Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Otago PolytechnicPostgraduate Certificate in Applied Management
Level of Study
Postgraduate Certificate or Diploma
Summary
About the programmeThe demand for management roles is expected to grow quickly over the next ten years.
There is also an increasing demand for people within these roles to hold higher level qualifications. So, a postgraduate qualification will give you a competitive advantage.
This programme will improve your management ability with course options such as Project Management, Analytics for Managers and Financial Decision Making. You begin with two compulsory courses - Capabilities for Managers, and Research and Enquiry - and then choose another two electives.
The flexibility of this qualification allows you to match your learning with particular employment opportunities you may have identified.
Note: The Dunedin July 2025 Intake of this programme is not being offered. Please apply for another intake that is open for applications or email BusSchool@op.ac.nz for more information.
Studying part-timeWe know full-time study isn't always possible. We offer this programme with part-time options - talk to us about what would suit you best!
Entry criteria
Entry Entry requirementsMinimum academic entry requirements are:
- A Bachelor's degree (or equivalent qualification) in a related discipline, OR
- A combination of academic qualifications and relevant skills and knowledge acquired through work or professional experience that is deemed equivalent to the above.
English Language requirements
- If English is not your first language, you must provide:
- New Zealand University Entrance OR
- Overall Academic IELTS 6.5 with no individual band score lower than 6.0 (achieved in one test completed in the last two years), OR
- Acceptable alternative evidence of the required IELTS (see here for internationally recognised proficiency tests and proficiency outcomes for international students).
If you need to improve your English Language skills, we offer awide range of English programmes.
Selection criteriaWhere there are more applicants than places available, applicants will be selected on the basis of the best academic records and their admission recommended to the AIC Director (Learning and Teaching) in Auckland or Programme Leader in Dunedin who will approve the final selection.
Pathways into this programmeYou may have completed an undergraduate degree in a different discipline and be working in a management role. There are no specific foundation/bridging programmes in Applied Management for this qualification.
If you need to improve your English to apply for this programme, you could apply for the New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Academic) (Level 5) which we offer at our Auckland International Campus.
Recognition of Prior LearningRecognition of Prior Learning including cross-credit or credit transfer is available for up to 45 credits in this programme.
AM801002 Capabilities for Managers is not available for credit recognition.
Advanced standing is not available for this programme.
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