University
Lincoln UniversityDiploma in Horticultural Business
This course is available
Online
Level of Study
Diploma
Duration
1 year
Next start date
Expected Nov 2026
Campus
Our campus
Summary
If you're already working in the New Zealand horticultural sector, this online qualification will expand your knowledge and help you to cultivate new opportunities.
About this programmeHorticulture is one of New Zealand’s most vibrant and successful industries. But in order to keep pace with change and growing demand, qualified and experienced leaders are needed across the sector.
The Diploma in Horticulture Business is a flexible 12-month online study programme that complements your knowledge of horticulture production and other food-related businesses with business skills.
This can open doors to other roles including strategic management, consultancy and sustainable growing.
The online version of this programme is not available to onshore international students (those currently in New Zealand).
How you’ll grow- Learn how biological, economic and social disciplines create value chains relating to horticultural production and global agribusiness.
- Understand how theoretical concepts underpin the operation and management of horticultural operations.
- Understand the complex technical, economic and social aspects of global horticulture.
- Learn how to implement competitive marketing strategies and plans across food market systems and agribusiness.
- Gain the knowledge to solve horticultural business problems related to production, horticultural business and marketing issues
Entry criteria
- University Entrance through NCEA or an equivalent approved qualification.
- If you have an overseas qualification, find out more about entry requirements here.
- Special admission is offered for mature domestic students in current, relevant employment.
- Current or prior experience working in the horticultural sector would be advantageous.
- If English isn’t your first language, other entry requirements will apply. Learn more about English language requirements.
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