New Zealand Diploma in Business – Leadership and Management
Course details
| NZQF Level | 5 |
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About the course
The New Zealand Diploma in Business (Leadership and Management) (Level 5) is designed for people who want to lead teams, support business operations, and strengthen their confidence as emerging leaders. Whether you're new to the workforce, returning to work, or building on existing experience, this programme gives you practical skills in communication, people management, problem-solving, and project delivery.
You'll learn how to motivate others, manage performance, contribute to business planning, and create positive workplace cultures—preparing you for team leader, supervisor, or coordinator roles, or further study in business.
Entry requirements
What you will need to study this programme.
Domestic students
Academic requirements
To be admitted to this programme all applicants must be at least 16 years of age on the date of the programme’s commencement, and meet one of the following requirements:
- Achievement of NCEA Level 2 including Or:
- 8 Literacy credits at Level 2 or above; and
- 14 Numeracy credits at Level 1 or above
- An equivalent of the above; Or
- Successful completion of an approved qualification at Level 3 or above with a relevant pathway.
And meet one of the English entry requirements;
- 8 NCEA literacy credits at Level 2 or above; Or
- Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.
Don’t meet these Academic requirements?
- If you don’t meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Applyonline, and we’ll discuss your next steps.
- If you don’t meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.
For more information, download the programme regulations.
International students
Academic requirements
Applicants must be at least 16 years of age when they begin their studies, and they should meet the country specific admission requirements,
And English entry requirements;
If English is not your first language, you will also need at least one of the following qualifications:
- An equivalent of IELTS (Academic) with minimum band scores of 5.5 with no individual band lower than 5.0 from one test taken in the preceding two years,; or
- Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.; or
If you do not meet the English criteria above, we have a range of English Language programmes available, depending on your current level of ability.
Don’t meet these Academic requirements?
-
- If you don’t meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Applyonline, and we’ll discuss your next steps.
- If you don’t meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.
- If you don’t meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Applyonline, and we’ll discuss your next steps.
For more information, download the programme regulations.
About the provider
Unitec is New Zealand’s largest institute of technology offering a wide range of work-oriented programmes and short courses. We offer leading employment-focused education at our two campuses in Mt. Albert, and Waitākere. At Unitec we think the traditional view of spending hours in a lecture theatre is out-dated. And that's why we approach learning differently. With our unique combination of world-class theory and hands-on experience, you'll get the skills to meet the changing needs of employers. And because our tutors are industry-based, they know what it takes to make it in the real world. We offer a friendly and diverse learning environment with flexible study programmes, lots of support, and hands-on experience to build the skills you need for your career and your future.