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Postgraduate Certificate, Diploma or Master of Digital Business
Study Options
Full-time, Part-time
Length
6 months - 2 years full-time
Level
Level 9
IT Qualifications Are In High Demand
The Digital Business Postgraduate Programmes are designed for those who have completed their Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or Business and who aspire to higher education while wishing to advance their skill level beyond that which they have attained in their Bachelor studies.
The Digital Business suite of postgraduate programmes focusses on providing a management perspective on contemporary and emerging technologies. Graduates of the programmes will be equipped with the ability to harness digital technologies that will enable them to manage technology for businesses and effect digital transformation for organisations.
Outline
Master of Digital Business (MDigiBus)
The MDigiBus is a Level 9 programme of 240 or 180 credits at Levels 8 and 9 with at least 45 credits at Level 9, completed by coursework, or a combination of coursework and either a project or research.
It enables those who have completed a Bachelor’s Degree in Computing, Information Technology, Business or similar to achieve a postgraduate level qualification in the digital business area.
The programme can be completed in two years (240 credits) or 18 months (180 credits) full-time or up to eight years part-time, depending on your previous study and experience and specific course preferences.
The rationale for this programme is to enable students to succeed on a full Master’s Degree after completing a Computing, Information Technology, Business or related Bachelor’s Degree and achieve at Level 9 with a strong foundation at Level 8.
Postgraduate Diploma in Digital Business (PGDipDigiBus)
The Postgraduate Diploma in Digital Business is a Level 8 programme of 120 credits at Levels 7 and 8, with at least 75 credits at Level 8, which enables those who have completed a Bachelor’s Degree in Computing, Information Technology, Business or similar to achieve a postgraduate level qualification in the digital business area.
The programme can be completed in 12 months full-time or up to four years part-time, depending on your previous study and experience and specific course preferences. Those who initially enrolled in the Master’s Degree and are not in a position to complete it, can transfer applicable courses to the postgraduate diploma for the purposes of qualification completion.
Postgraduate Certificate in Digital Business (PGCertDigiBus)
The Postgraduate Certificate in Digital Business is a Level 8 programme of 60 credits, which enables those who have completed a Bachelor’s Degree in Computing, Information Technology, Business or similar to achieve a postgraduate level qualification in the digital business area.
The programme can be completed in six months full-time or up to two years part-time, depending on your previous study and experience and specific course preferences. It provides an exit qualification for those enrolled in the Masters Degree or Postgraduate Diploma who, for some reason, are unable to complete the programme requirements.
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Your Future Career Opportunities
Graduates of these programmes will be able to seek employment as:
Digital Marketers, Digital Platform Managers, Social Media Planners, Project Managers (Technology), Automation Managers, Digital Business Analysts, Digital Strategy E-Commerce Directors, Brand and Digital Marketing Managers, Business Transformation Consultants, IT and Strategy Consultants, E-Commerce Entrepreneurs.
These employment pathways derive from the synergy between the field of Business and Technology especially from a strategic view and from the need for organisations to harness technology more effectively. There are also opportunities in the E-Commerce and business start-up area.
Dates
There are four entry dates per year:
- February
- April
- July
- October
Entry
Entry Requirements
A personal interview may be part of the application process.
Academic Entry Requirement
Applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
MDigiBus (240)
- An NZQF listed undergraduate degree (or equivalent) with a minimum of a pass (as per the EIT | Te Pūkenga 11 point grading system specified in the ARF); or
- At the Dean’s discretion, where an applicant’s situation is compelling but not covered by the requirements listed above.
MDigiBus (180)
- A NZQF listed undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in the Computing, Information Technology, Business or Management field with a minimum of the equivalent to a B average (as per the EIT | Te Pūkenga 11 point grading system specified in the ARF); or
- A bachelor honours or postgraduate degree in the Computing, Information Technology, Business or Management field with 120 credits at Level 8; or
- A degree or equivalent professional qualification in a related field with a minimum of the equivalent to a B average (as per the EIT | Te Pūkenga 11 point grading system specified in the ARF) and evidence of relevant experience in the Computing, Information Technology, Business or Management field at degree level, subject to assessment from the Programme Coordinator; or
- At the Dean’s discretion, where an applicant’s situation is compelling but not covered by the requirements listed above.
A MDigiBus applicant who does not meet the entry criteria above may be admitted to the PGCertDigiBus and, upon successful completion of four courses (with a minimum B average) from the schedule of courses may be admitted to the MDigiBus.
PGDipDigiBus and PGCertDigiBus
- A NZQF listed undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in Computing, Information Technology, Business or Management; or
- An undergraduate degree in a related field with a minimum of the equivalent to a B average (as per the EIT | Te Pūkenga 11 point grading system specified in the ARF), subject to assessment by the Programme Coordinator; or
- At the Dean’s discretion, where an applicant’s situation is compelling but not covered by the requirements listed above.
English Language Entry Requirements
If English is not your first language you are required to have attained an acceptable level of English language fluency. This may be demonstrated in a variety of ways, including successful study in English, approved scores on TOEFL or IELTS (6.0 Academic) tests, completion of accepted international equivalents, or completion of an EIT | Te Pūkenga language assessment. In addition, learners are required to show evidence of good school records.
Entry with Credit
You may already have knowledge or skills that can be recognised as part of your intended study. This may take a number of different forms including study at a private training establishment, workplace training, other tertiary study, or life experiences. If you think you may qualify, you may want to apply for Cross Credit (CC) or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
- 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.
- CC and RPL can only be awarded for Level 8 study, not Level 9.
You will be asked to provide details of anything that you would like considered as credit toward your intended programme of study, as part of your application.
You must apply prior to enrolment in the course. CC and RPL cannot be awarded for a course if you are enrolled in that course.
CC may be granted from other degree programmes, providing they are not part of the entry qualification.
For further information and enquiries about CC and RPL please contact the Postgraduate Programmes Administrator, on 09 300 7410 or email PostgradMaster@eit.ac.nz.
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Scholarships
EIT | Te Pūkenga offers a variety of scholarships across various subjects and programme levels. Some scholarships are based on your age, some are specific to the subject you want to study. Not all scholarships are based on your academic ability and anyone wanting to study should investigate what scholarships are available to them.
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