Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Management (Business Information Systems)
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A one-year, Level 8 postgraduate diploma extending management and information systems expertise through practical, industry-engaged learning and a professional project, designed for those seeking to progress into management roles requiring both applied management and business information systems knowledge.
NZ$31,050
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Demonstrate advanced applied management and IS knowledge
Extend and deepen knowledge and understanding of applied management and information systems in a range of organisational settings.
Lead and manage complex organisational projects
Apply critical awareness and skills needed to manage complex organisations and projects.
About This Course
The Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Management (Business Information Systems) is designed to develop advanced understanding and practical capabilities in both management and information systems. Students engage with organisational leadership, research, analytics, project management, and a specialised stream of electives—including information security, business intelligence, and user experience. The programme incorporates hands-on professional projects, industry events, employability workshops, and opportunities to work directly with industry, preparing graduates for advanced roles in management and information systems within diverse business environments. Completion also provides a pathway to further study in the Master's programme.
Course Content
- Capabilities for Managers: Advanced organisational and leadership skills for complex environments.
- Research and Enquiry: Professional research methods and project skills.
- Analytics for Managers: Data evaluation and decision-making using analytics.
- Project Management: Advanced techniques for managing projects.
- Professional Project: Capstone project applying management and IS skills in a real-world setting.
- Electives (selection based on availability): Information Security, Business Intelligence, Management of Information Systems, Business Solutions Architecture, Business Analysis, User Experience Design, Software Engineering Methodologies, Software Quality Assurance.
Entry Requirements
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a related discipline
Build towards these roles
Business AnalystBusiness Intelligence AnalystInformation Systems AnalystInformation Systems Security AnalystProject ManagerTechnical ArchitectSolution ArchitectUser Experience DesignerFront End DesignerInformation Systems ResearcherManagement Consultant
