Graduate Diploma in Applied Management

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QUALIFICATION

Graduate Diploma (Level 7, 120 credits)

Duration

1 year full-time

Location

Auckland International Campus

Fees

NZD $23,100–$23,400 per year (indicative; confirm current fee)

Entry Score

IELTS: Academic 6.0 overall, no band below 5.5

Next Intake

February, April, July and October

Programme Overview

The Graduate Diploma in Applied Management at Otago Polytechnic is a one-year Level 7 qualification for graduates who want applied management skills. It is taught on campus in Auckland and ends with a 30-credit industry project.

Students follow one of three paths: Business Transformation and Change, Strategic Management, or Business Sustainability. The Auckland programme is offered by Future Skills Academy under a sub-contract with Otago Polytechnic.

What You'll Study

Contemporary Issues in Organisations and Improving Organisational Performance
Project Management, Leadership in Action and Entrepreneurship
Organisational Research Design, Business Transformation and Change, Organisational Strategy, Implementing Sustainable Practice
Industry Project (30 credits)

Why Choose This Programme?

One year: complete the Level 7 qualification in 12 months.
Four intakes: start in February, April, July or October.
Industry project: apply your learning to a real organisational problem.

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Career Pathways

Sector	Roles
Management roles	Apply management knowledge at organisational and strategic levels across industries.
Postgraduate study	Progress to postgraduate study in management.

Entry Requirements

An undergraduate degree, or equivalent practical, professional or scholarly experience. You cannot enrol in a major you studied at undergraduate level.
English: IELTS (Academic) 6.0 overall with no band below 5.5, or equivalent.
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