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Graduate Diploma in Strategic Management

This course is available

On-Campus

Level of Study

Graduate Certificate or Diploma

Campus

Christchurch - City Campus

Summary

This programme is designed to equip you with the skills needed to be an effective strategic management professional, capable of shaping strategic direction in a range of business environments and types of organisations. It covers intermediate and advanced strategic planning and management, leadership, change management, finance and marketing. Additionally, you’ll channel the knowledge and skills you acquire into a practical industry project for a local business or organisation, in which you’ll address business issues or advance business opportunities. In the process, you’ll strengthen your understanding of strategic management. Part-time up to four years.

Entry criteria

What if English is not my first Language? Overall IELTS 6.0 Academic 5.5 Listening 5.5 Reading 5.5 Writing 5.5 Speaking If English is not your first language, we want to make sure that you will be successful in your chosen programme of study. Please provide a result from a test or qualification on the acceptable alternatives English Proficiency Outcomes Chart. If you are a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident, complete an Admission and Enrolment form and Ara will contact you regarding a free assessment. If you are not a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent resident, book an IELTS or other test through the Ara Examination Centre or in your home country. IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form and are valid for two years from the date of the test. What if I have achieved NCEA Level 3 University Entrance? You do not need to provide additional evidence of English Language skills. A Bachelor's degree in any field excluding Strategic Management.

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