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Graduate Diploma in Business (Level 7)
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Programme Info
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Phone: 0800 22 55 348 or email: info@eit.ac.nz
Phone: 0800 22 55 348 or email: info@eit.ac.nz
Programme Info
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Specialise your business career
The Graduate Diploma in Business is designed for those who wish to increase their knowledge or change direction. This qualification is suitable for business and non-business graduates as well as professionals who need business knowledge to progress in their chosen career.
Specialise your business career
The Graduate Diploma in Business is designed for those who wish to increase their knowledge or change direction. This qualification is suitable for business and non-business graduates as well as professionals who need business knowledge to progress in their chosen career.
Programme Outline
The Graduate Diploma in Business is a 120 credit, one year full-time, or equivalent part-time, programme at Level 7 which enables those who have completed a bachelor’s degree to achieve a graduate level qualification in a specialised area of business.
The Graduate Diploma in Business has the following endorsements:
- Management
- Marketing
- Supply Chain and Logistics Management
- Human Resource Management
- An unendorsed diploma is also available
Those with extensive business experience at a management level may be able to enter the Graduate Diploma without a degree. The qualification is an ideal opportunity for those with experience to increase their employment mobility.
All those intending to enrol in this programme can make an appointment with the Programme Coordinator to discuss their course of study. Please contact the Programme Administrator to arrange an appointment.
All endorsements are offered subject to sufficient enrolments.
Typically, a full-time learner will take four courses per semester.
Career and Study Opportunities
The Graduate Diploma in Business adds strength to your qualification portfolio. This increases your mobility and range of potential employment roles.
Here are a few ideas:
- Operations Manager
- Marketing Manager
- Key Account Manager
- Human Resources Advisor
- Marketing communication
- Branding
- Marketing research
- Business strategy and business analysis
Further your study with a Master degree.
Entry Requirements
A personal interview is available as part of the application process.
Applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
- Successful completion of a three-year degree or equivalent qualification; or
- Applicants from industry who can demonstrate evidence of significant work and professional experience at degree level or above. These applicants will be required to participate in an interview prior to acceptance into the programme.
Applicants may be required to undertake preparatory study to meet the requirements for entry to specific courses.
Entry with Credit
This is particularly relevant for perspective learners who have extensive work experience. For all endorsements Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is available. A maximum of 45 credits from other programmes can be cross credited towards the Graduate Diploma in Business. Credit transfer cannot be made from the qualifying degree.
- Cross Credit (CC) is based on the equivalency of courses or qualifications. You would apply for CC if you have passed a very similar course at the same level.
- RPL is based on the assessment of your current knowledge and skills. You would apply for RPL if you had gained the relevant knowledge and skills through life experiences and informal learning situations.
- There is a fee for RPL.
You will be asked to provide details of anything that you would like to be considered as credit toward your intended programme of study, as part of your application.
RPL and CC cannot be awarded for a course if you are enrolled in that course. An original transcript or notice of results from the institute at which you previously studied (or verified copies) will be required for all applications.
For information and enquiries about CC and RPL please contact Lorilei Barnett, the Programme Administrator, on 06 830 1019.
How to Enrol
Step 1 – Check entry requirements
Make sure you have read and understood the entry requirements for your situation and background.
Entry requirements can be different for domestic and international students.
Step 2 – Confirm campus and check key dates
The next intake date(s) for your chosen course and campus are listed in the Course Details panel on this page.
Dates can vary between campuses, so make sure you have selected the campus you wish to study at.
Step 3 – Confirm fees and costs
Visit https://www.eit.ac.nz/fees/ to see the fees for this programme.
Step 4 – Complete any supporting forms
If your course requires any supporting forms, they will be listed below under ‘Supporting Documentation’
Step 5 – Submit your application
You’ll need an up-to-date email address to start your online application.
You’ll also need to know what you want to study – your degree or programme and majors and/or minors, and the courses you plan to take.
You may be asked to submit supporting documentation with your application.
Programme Outline
The Graduate Diploma in Business is a 120 credit, one year full-time programme at Level 7 which enables those who have completed a bachelor’s degree to achieve a graduate level qualification in a specialised area of business.
The Graduate Diploma in Business has the following endorsements:
- Management
- Marketing
- Supply Chain and Logistics Management
- Human Resource Management
- An unendorsed diploma is also available
Those with extensive business experience at a management level may be able to enter the Graduate Diploma without a degree. The qualification is an ideal opportunity for those with experience to increase their employment mobility.
All those intending to enrol in this programme can make an appointment with the Programme Coordinator to discuss their course of study. Please contact the Programme Administrator to arrange an appointment.
All endorsements are offered subject to sufficient enrolments.
Typically, a full-time learner will take four courses per semester.
Career and Study Opportunities
The Graduate Diploma in Business adds strength to your qualification portfolio. This increases your mobility and range of potential employment roles.
Here are a few ideas:
- Operations Manager
- Marketing Manager
- Key Account Manager
- Human Resources Advisor
- Marketing communication
- Branding
- Marketing research
- Business strategy and business analysis
Further your study with a Master degree.
Entry Requirements
Academic Entry Requirements
A personal interview is available as part of the application process.
Applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
- Successful completion of a three-year degree or equivalent qualification; or
- Applicants from industry who can demonstrate evidence of significant work and professional experience at degree level or above. These applicants will be required to participate in an interview prior to acceptance into the programme.
Applicants may be required to undertake preparatory study to meet the requirements for entry to specific courses.
English Language Entry Requirements
All applicants must demonstrate an acceptable level of English language fluency prior to acceptance in the programme. For international students, ways in which English language fluency may be demonstrated include the following:
- PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no band score lower than 42
- IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5 (or equivalent) achieved within the last two years.
- International equivalents to IELTS accepted by NZQA or successful study of a programme in which English was the language of instruction (conditions apply).
Further information about NZQA English language entry requirements for international students can be found at www2.nzqa.govt.nz/tertiary/english-language-entry-requirements-for-international-students/
How to Apply
Ready to apply? It’s easy!
Complete and sign our international student application form at eit.ac.nz/apply-online-international/
- Indicate which programme you intend to study.
- Attach a verified copy of your birth certificate or passport to use as identification.
- Remember to include all other supporting documents.
- We will assess your application and let you know the outcome as soon as possible, usually within three to five working days.
On-campus study in New Zealand
Step 1 – Pay your fees
- After submitting your application, you will receive an Offer of Place letter by email with details of your tuition and other fees payable.
Please note: If you have applied using the services of an agent, a copy of this information will also be sent to your agent. - Pay your fees and apply for your student visa.
- We will send you a receipt, which you will need when you apply for your student visa.
We recommend you apply at least 12 weeks before your intended start date. You can apply online at www.immigration.govt.nz
If you have any questions about the process, contact your agent or email visas@eit.ac.nz
Step 2 – Prepare to come to New Zealand
Book your flights
When your student visa is approved, book your flights and ensure you meet all government-mandated entry requirements to come to New Zealand. Check the Immigration New Zealand website for the most up-to-date information.
Organise your accommodation
If you haven’t already organised your accommodation, you should now decide which of the accommodation options is most suitable for you. You can find our more about our EIT accommodation options here.
Step 3 – Connect with us
- Be sure to complete and submit the arrival form sent to you by the International Student Support Officer.
- Your International Student Support Officer will contact you prior to the start of your programme to let you know what you need to do and keep you up to date on what to expect when you arrive.
Online study
Step 1 – Enrol
- After submitting your application, you will receive your acceptance into the programme by email alongside instructions on how to enrol.
- Complete and sign the enrolment form provided to you by our Admissions Team and send it back to internationalapplications@eit.ac.nz
Please note: If you have applied using the services of an agent, a copy of this information will also be sent to your agent.
Step 2 – Choose your courses and pay your Fees
- Your course selection form will be sent to you by our team.
- After completing your course selection form, you will be sent an invoice. You can then pay your fees by bank transfer to EIT’s account. Full account details and payment information will be provided on your invoice.
Step 3 – Connect with us
Your International Student Support Officer will contact you after you enrol to keep you up-to-date with anything you need to know, including details about your Orientation, where you will meet your classmates and all about studying at EIT.
Whether you join us on-campus or online, we welcome you to the EIT student community!
If you need any help you can contact our friendly staff at international@eit.ac.nz