New Zealand Diploma in Primary Industry Business Management (Level 5)
Course details
| NZQF Level | 5 |
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About the course
This programme is designed to equip you with skills and knowledge that will increase your confidence to make sound business decisions, enable you to ensure your team is productive and engaged, and to improve your bottom line.It's delivered each week via a two-hour Zoom class and an online tutorial. Everything you learn will apply to the business you work in.The diploma covers management and planning in four key areas: finance, business, staffing and sustainability. You’ll learn about: employment obligations and responsibilities; human resources issues and strategies for good workplace relationships; budgets and cash flow forecasts; GST and PAYE; and evaluating opportunities for future performance. You’ll also learn about concepts of asset management, transfer and succession; analysing environmental management practices and addressing shortcomings; ensuring long term viability and sustainability; nutrient budgeting for Land Management units.This programme offers the flexibility to work towards the full diploma or complete only courses that you require. You can start at the beginning of any of the four terms.
Entry requirements
What if English is not my first Language? 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. If English or te reo Māori is not a first language you will need to provide evidence that you have the necessary English language proficiency required for this programme. IELTS 5.5 Academic (with no band score lower than 5.0). Still want to study but don't meet the Academic Requirements? You are eligible for Special Admission if you are 20 years of age or older and have not reached the general admision requirements for this programme. If you are not yet 20 years of age and have not reached the general admission requirements for this programme, you may be eligible for Discretionary Admission. If you show that you have equivalent skills for tertiary study gained through study, work and/or life experience, you may be able to gain alternative entry. Note: The number of courses you have to complete for this qualification may be reduced where you have relevant credits from previous study, or evidence of similar learning or experience in the workplace. In addition you need to: You should be in a position to access financial and production performance information about a specific primary industry business. 48 Credits at NCEA Level 2 including 12 credits in English or Māori A relevant qualification at NZQF Level 3; or above or Equivalent If you have undertaken examinations other than NCEA (e.g. International Baccalaureate, Cambridge Examination), Ara will assess your qualification for academic entry equivalency.
About the provider
Ara Institute of Canterbury is recognised as one of New Zealand’s leading tertiary institutes. Specialising in applied, vocational and professional training, it offers more than 150 courses from foundation to postgraduate level.
Ara caters to a diverse range of learners; from school leavers and career changers to professionals wanting to upskill and individuals seeking to re-enter the workforce.
All Ara students benefit from the Ara Advantage: relevant courses, taught by inspirational mentors in real-life learning environments. Almost every Ara programme includes work-integrated learning. Work placements, apprenticeships, industry-based projects and internships ensure students are work-ready when they graduate.
Across its six campuses, Ara’s dedicated tutors and non-academic staff support students throughout their study journey. A comprehensive range of student services - such as financial assistance, learning support, health and wellbeing services, accommodation, childcare and student events – contributes to the success of every student.
It also has six additional small community hubs which deliver free digital upskilling and personal development courses.