Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Toi Ohomai Institute of TechnologyThis course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Diploma
Duration
1 year
Next start date
Expected Jul 2026
Employers are always looking for skilled, adaptable staff who can continuously improve and innovate. This course gives you the skills and knowledge you need to work as a manager or leader an operational level. You'll start with the essential fundamentals of business. This includes basic accounting principles, interpreting financial performance and economic theory. You'll also cover fundamentals of commercial law, organisational management and communication and marketing. This strand then focuses on topics that will improve your knowledge and skill in leadership and management. The Diploma in Business is also: The first year of the the Bachelor of Applied Management at Toi Ohomai. You can can pathway straight into the second year of this degree after first year of the diploma. Or complete the first year of the Diploma in Business at Toi Ohomai and transfer 105 credits towards completing a Bachelor in Business at the University of Waikato (*you'll need one additional paper to transfer the full year across to the BBus). Upon successfully completing the requirements you'll receive the award of: New Zealand Diploma in Business (Leadership and Management) (Level 5)
To be admitted to this course, applicants must meet the following requirements:
If you do not meet the academic requirements you may be given special admission if Toi Ohomai staff are satisfied you are capable of successfully completing the requirements.
Special admission may also apply for applicants over 20 years.
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