Diploma de Nueva Zelanda en Negocios (Liderazgo y Gestión) en la ICL Graduate Business School

Start building the practical business capabilities employers need every day. The New Zealand Diploma in Business with a Leadership and Management focus at ICL Graduate Business School develops core knowledge of operations, planning, communication, innovation, change and project delivery.

Learn through realistic business situations and supported workshops. Students strengthen the knowledge, professional attitudes and people skills required to contribute to organisational objectives in bicultural and multicultural environments.

Why choose NZ Diploma in Business - Leadership and Management?

• Complete a 120-credit NZQF Level 5 New Zealand qualification.
• Finish the programme across two 16-week trimesters.
• Study business operations, planning, innovation and change.
• Develop leadership, communication and project-management capability.
• Learn through classes and structured workshops based on realistic business contexts.
• Build a possible pathway into further business or information-systems study.

Program at a glance

• Program level: NZQF Level 5
• Credits: 120
• Duration: approximately eight to nine months
• Study structure: Two 16-week trimesters
• Academic structure: Eight Level 5 papers of 15 credits each
• Location: ICL Education Centre, Auckland CBD
• Class commitment: Approximately 20 scheduled class and workshop hours per week
• English requirement: Academic IELTS 5.5 overall with no band below 5.0, or an NZQA-recognised equivalent

Practical preparation for leadership and operations

The programme gives students opportunities to engage with real or realistic business situations. It covers the connected functions that support day-to-day organisational performance, while developing ethical decision-making, stakeholder communication and an understanding of the New Zealand business environment.

Course structure and options

• 5200 Business Fundamentals - 15 credits
• 5201 Professional Practice and Communication in Business - 15 credits
• 5202 Contributing to Business Innovation and Change - 15 credits
• 5210 Managing Business Operations - 15 credits
• 5211 Business Planning - 15 credits
• 5212 Leading Business Activities and Change - 15 credits
• 5213 New Zealand Business Environment - 15 credits
• 5214 Managing Projects - 15 credits

Entry requirements

• Achievement of NCEA Level 2, including eight literacy credits at Level 2 or above and 14 numeracy credits at Level 1 or above, or an accepted overseas equivalent.
• A complete academic transcript.
• International applicants normally require Academic IELTS 5.5 overall with no individual band below 5.0, or an NZQA-recognised equivalent.

Tuition and additional fees

• Standard tuition: NZD 24,400 for the complete programme.
• Approximate tuition display: USD 6,980 per semester.
• Material fee: NZD 2,000.
• Enrolment fee: NZD 260.

The USD figure is a planning estimate based on standard tuition divided across two trimesters. Official fees are invoiced in New Zealand dollars and should be reconfirmed before enrolment.

Progression and future directions

• Customer Services Manager
• Administrator
• Business Coordinator
• Facilities Manager
• Operations Manager
• Business Manager across a range of sectors

Progression, employment, admission and immigration outcomes depend on the student’s individual circumstances and the requirements of receiving institutions, employers and government authorities.

Study in central Auckland

The provider is located in Auckland CBD, close to public transport, libraries, cultural institutions and the city’s commercial districts. Students join an international learning community in New Zealand’s largest city.

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