New Zealand Diploma in Business (Project Management) (Level 5)
Business & Management
A course by
NorthTec
Get a well-rounded understanding of the core principles and components of project management with this Level 5 diploma. Designed to prepare students for entry-level project management roles in commercial or community contexts, the programme covers project management life cycles, stakeholder engagement, business environments, and operational business practices.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Available in 4 locations
Core skills this course teaches
Analyse operational impact on business decision-making
Analyse the operational impact of internal and external environments on a business entity to inform decision-making.
Apply knowledge of business functions to support performance
Apply broad knowledge of principles and current practices of operations, accounting, marketing/sales, human resources, and risk management to support business performance.
Contribute to innovation and organisational change
What You're Signing Up For
This diploma provides foundational knowledge and skills in project management applicable to business and community organisations. Graduates will be equipped to manage projects from start to finish using knowledge, tools, and techniques, as well as engage effectively with stakeholders throughout the project life cycle. The qualification also covers broad business knowledge including operations, accounting, marketing/sales, human resources, risk management, innovation, and organisational change. It includes an understanding of te Tiriti o Waitangi's application in business contexts and professional ethical practices. The programme consists of compulsory courses in business contexts and a project management strand with courses on principles, methodologies, tools, and applied project management. Completion offers a pathway into the second year of a Bachelor of Applied Management.
Course Content
- Organisations in an Aotearoa New Zealand Context
- Business Environments
- Business Functions
- Change and Innovation
- Project Management Principles
- Project Management Methodologies
- Project Management Tools
- Applied Project Management
What you need to know first
Be at least 16 years old at programme start
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Business
Project Management
Future employment opportunities might be
Entry-level project management roles in commercial and community organisations