Qualification Overview

Qualification Title Graduate Diploma in Business
Qualification Type Graduate Diploma
Level 7
Credits 120
Subject Area
  • Management and Commerce » Business and Management » Business Management
Strategic Purpose Statement
The Graduate Diploma in Business is a Level 7 programme of at least 120 credits, which enables students who have completed a bachelor degree to achieve a degree level qualification in a specialised area of business.
Graduate profile
The strategic intent of the Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT) is to provide relevant, high quality, accessible education and training that supports the economic and social development of
the region. Consequently in the field of business EIT expects the graduates of the Graduate Diploma in Business qualification to demonstrate a desire for life-long learning and ability in
different business areas.
Education pathways
Possible further postgraduate studies in endorsement areas.
Employment pathways
The Graduate Diploma in Business adds strength to your qualification portfolio. This increases your mobility and range of potential employment roles.

Here are a few ideas:

Operations Manager
Marketing Manager
Key Account Manager
Human Resources Advisor
Marketing communication
Branding
Marketing research
Business strategy and business analysisTo find out more about employment opportunities click on the CareersNZ logo, then the provider who offers this qualification.
Entry Requirements
A personal interview is available as part of the application process.

Applicants must meet one of the following criteria:

Successful completion of a three-year degree or equivalent qualification; or
Applicants from industry who can demonstrate evidence of significant work and professional experience at degree level or above. These applicants will be required to participate in an interview prior to acceptance into the programme.
Applicants may be required to undertake preparatory study to meet the requirements for entry to specific courses.

English language entry requirements

All applicants must demonstrate an acceptable level of English language fluency prior to acceptance in the programme. For international learners, ways in which English language fluency may be demonstrated include the following:

Successful study of a programme in which English was the language of instruction (conditions apply)
Completion of a New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Level 5 with any endorsement)
IELTS Academic score of 6.0, with no band score lower than 5.5, achieved in a single test within the two years preceding enrolment
International equivalents to IELTS accepted by NZQA
Education Organisation Te Pukenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology
Developed By Te Pukenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology
Quality Assured By New Zealand Qualifications Authority
Number HB3974
Status Current
Created 2023-01-20 10:30:12.697
Next Review 2028-01-20 00:00:00.0
Content
The Graduate Diploma in Business has the following endorsements:

Management
Marketing
Supply Chain and Logistics Management
Human Resource Management
An unendorsed diploma is also available

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