New Zealand Diploma in Business – Leadership and Management
Course details
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.
Highlights
- Build practical leadership and people-management skills you can apply immediately in the workplace
- Learn how to support business operations, manage projects, and enhance team performance
- Work with experienced lecturers who bring real industry knowledge into the classroom
- Study in a supportive learning environment with small classes and personalised guidance
- Develop confidence in communication, problem-solving, and decision-making
- Prepare for roles such as team leader, supervisor, coordinator, or project assistant
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What’s Next?
Upon successful completion the New Zealand Diploma in Business – Leadership and Management provides a pathway to our Bachelor of Business (Marketing) or the Bachelor of Business (Management), where you can specialise in Human Resource Management, or Operations Management.
Career Options
- Team leader/supervisor
- Office Manager
- Retail/Duty Manager
- Call Centre Team Leader
- Sales Manager
Annual Tuition Fees
Domestic/NZ students
$6,700
(Approximate fees only - includes GST but excludes the Compulsory Student Services Fee (CSSF) levy. Your final study costs depends on a number of factors including the courses you select to study. View options for funding your study and fees-free eligibility)
International students
$26,415 (NZD) (approximate fees for 120 credits) Save up to $2,000 (NZD) with the Unitec International Study Grant 2026. Terms and conditions apply.
Semester Dates
Sem 1 2026: 23 Feb – 28 Jun
Sem 2 2026: 20 Jul – 22 Nov
For course and class timings, refer to the specific course webpage.
For StudyLink purposes, please ensure your application states your earliest course start date.
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Entry requirements
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.
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.