Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Toi Ohomai Institute of TechnologyPostgraduate Diploma in Applied Professional Studies (Mentoring and Leadership)
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Postgraduate Certificate or Diploma
Duration
1 year
Next start date
Expected Nov 2026
Summary
Are you a working professional who wants to gain higher qualifications in your field of expertise? At Toi Ohomai you can advance your study of professional leadership with our unique suite of applied postgraduate courses.
The Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Professional Studies - Mentoring and Leadership will suit you if you're wanting to advance your scholarly research and hone your leadership skills.
You'll apply theoretical study to examples of work-based situations. Your assessments and projects directly support your professional employment so you can seamlessly put your new skills and knowledge into practice on the job.
During the course you'll explore and evaluate your own personal practice while learning to critique, analyse and find effective solutions to issues and challenges within your specialist field.
You'll learn to critically evaluate the concepts and theories of mentoring and/or professional supervision, and develop a framework for use in your work.
The Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Professional Studies leads onto Masters study – within 18 months you could complete both qualifications. Or, complete your Postgraduate Diploma and put your new skills to work. You can return at any time to take your learning to the next level.
Upon successfully completing the requirements you'll receive the award of:
Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Professional Studies (Mentoring and Leadership)
Additional awards included:
Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Professional Studies (Mentoring and Leadership)
Entry criteria
To be admitted to this course, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Hold a Bachelor's Degree or a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in a cognate subject, OR
- Hold the Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Professional Studies (with endorsement) or in cognate subject for entry to the Postgraduate Diploma; OR
- A combination of academic and practical or professional experience based upon a record of learning (academic transcript), parchment and a curriculum vitae detailing relevant educational achievements work experience and professional achievements as follows:
- Completion of a post-secondary school diploma in a related discipline at NZQA level 7 or equivalent from a recognised tertiary provider; AND
- Demonstration of at least two years relevant practical experience with at least two written references (employer and character); OR
- Demonstration of at least five years relevant practical or professional experience at a senior level, evidence of ability to study at postgraduate qualification level and two written references (employer and character).
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