Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Management
Course details
| NZQF Level | 8 |
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About the course
Get started with postgraduate study to excel your career in leadership!
Entry requirements
There are two entry pathways into the Business Analytics major, each leading to one of the two research areas. Below is a description of the entry requirements.
We encourage all applicants with the right skills, education, and experience to apply for the major. We may interview applicants as part of the application process.
| Pathway One |
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| * A bachelor’s degree or higher academic qualification in business, which includes at least 15 credits in mathematics and/or statistics. AND* At least one year of proven work experience that involved systematically analysing or managing business data as a key aspect of the role. AND* Genuine interest in researching business analytics management practices within New Zealand/Australia/Oceania. |
| Pathway Two |
| * A bachelor’s degree or higher academic qualification in statistics or a similar discipline (mathematics, data science, engineering) included at least 60 credits in mathematics and/or statistics. AND* Genuine interest in researching analytical models and data analysis techniques. AND* At least one year of work experience that involved managing people, processes, or projects as a key aspect of the role or any tertiary academic qualification, which included at least 15 credits in business or management. |
Applicants must have
Relevant computer skills
Proficiency in computer use, including navigation and file management skills utilising Microsoft OneDrive (e.g., storing and editing files across multiple devices, version control, synchronisation, and sharing). Confidence in using Microsoft Word essential automation, e.g., text formatting using styles, leveraging dynamic table of contents, captions, and cross-references. Experience using Microsoft Excel for data analysis, e.g., absolute, relative, structured referencing, formula syntax, and chart design tools.
Mathematics and statistics fundamentals
A foundational understanding of core arithmetic operations (including exponentiation, extraction of roots, and logarithm), algebra (variables, functions), and statistical concepts (random variables, probability).
An understanding of business concepts
Knowledge of basic business terminology and concepts, such as financial performance, strategy generation and evaluation, business functions, and management practices.
About the provider
Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology (NMIT) is a Government Institute with campuses in Nelson and Marlborough.
NMIT is a New Zealand Qualifications Authority Category 1 (the highest) Institute. Our programmes are designed alongside industry to create work-ready graduates that meet local and international job market needs.
You'll find NMIT tutors care a lot about student success, and classes are small enough that they know you by name.