New Zealand Diploma in Business (Administration and Technology) (Level 5)
If you are an experienced Administrator, you can choose to study this diploma with our Assessment of Prior Learning Centre, Capable NZ. We can measure your existing knowledge and experience against this qualification, and you can then fill in the gaps.
Domestic
Work-based
About the programme
Are you an experienced administrator?
This programme is delivered through Capable NZ - our assessment of prior learning centre.
It proves you have the knowledge and skills to plan, organise and manage business administration functions, operations and/or projects.
As a graduate, you’ll be able to select, apply and support a broad range of current and emerging business technologies to meet an organisation’s needs, and know how to manage, analyse, evaluate and improve administrative systems and processes.
Our study partner, eCampus NZ, also offer this programme fully online.
Studying part-time
We know full-time study isn't always possible. You can also study this programme part-time, over 40 weeks.
What You Study
The Capable NZ difference
The Capable NZ process centres on you and your own career – you’ll reflect on where you’ve come from, where you are now, and where you want to go.
You will:
- identify early experiences and influences that have shaped you, and how these relate to your working life
- analyse your work and life experiences and skills, and evaluate your strengths and capabilities
- identify, access and research relevant practice theories, models, tools, frameworks, and reflect on how these might inform and influence your work
- complete in-depth case studies that critically explore and analyse key learning experiences from your work or community life, and align these with academic research
- undertake learning to fill any gaps in your knowledge or experience.
One key point of difference with Capable NZ study is that you complete in-depth case studies to critically analyse learning experiences from your career or community life and consider how these meet the requirements of your chosen qualification.
This programme is worth 120 credits. You'll complete 60 credits during your study and the other 60 credits will be awarded via Recognition of Prior Learning (APL).
Workload
Your workload
You'll need to spend approximately 20 hours per week on this programme within your current employment.
Entry
Entry requirements
- You will need approximately five to seven years of skills/knowledge/experience in this field with a specific focus on management and leadership.
- IELTS 6.0 (no band score lower than 5.5) from one test completed in the last two years, or equivalent.
Please note: This programme is not available for international students.
Fees
Domestic fees
Fees Free
If you’re a domestic student and this is your first time doing tertiary study in New Zealand (over 60 credits at Level 3 or higher), you may be able to get free tuition fees for this programme.
All the details and criteria are on the Fees Free website and you can check whether you’re going to be able to access funding by entering your National Student Number.
If you can access it, we’ll organise your fees with the Tertiary Education Commission when you’re enrolled to study with us. This funding doesn’t include additional costs or living costs.
Student loans and allowances
This programme is not eligible for course-related costs through Studylink but it is eligible for a student loan.
Student Services Fee
For most students, your tuition fee shown above includes a Student Services Fee – also known as the Student Levy. This compulsory fee covers your access to the student services we offer. This cost is tailored depending on how you're studying.
Tuition fees
The tuition fees shown above are approximate only. There may be a slight fee increase per year once Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) rules and guidelines are applied. These fees also don’t include additional costs or living costs.
Application
How to apply
- If you want to find out a little more about this programme, send us an enquiry and we'll be in touch!
- If you know that you just want to apply, click on the APPLY button at the top of this page and complete our online application form.
A change for 2023 enrolments
When you apply to study with Otago Polytechnic in 2023, you will be enrolled with Te Pūkenga, the new national network of vocational and applied education in Aotearoa New Zealand. You will learn in the same way, in the same place, and with the same people. The great news is that this enables us to share skills and knowledge across a network of passionate education providers, to better help you succeed. Enrolling in programmes that start in 2023, means that you will graduate with a Te Pūkenga qualification.
Disclaimer
While every effort is made to ensure that this sheet is accurate, Otago Polytechnic reserves the right to amend, alter or withdraw any of the contained information. The fees shown in this document are indicative only. Both domestic and international fees are subject to change and are dependent on the development and implementation of Government policies. Please note that additional fees may from time to time be required for external examination, NZQA fees and/or additional material fees.
