
Computer Science
A course by
Media Design School
A part-time, online, NZQA Level 8 micro-credential introducing working professionals to Data Analytics, Machine Learning, and Artificial Intelligence, including business applications and ethical and cultural considerations.
inc GST
Enquire about international pricing
This course starts anytime
NZQA Level 8 Certification (10 Credits)
Post Grad
inc GST
Enquire about international pricing
This course starts anytime
NZQA Level 8 Certification (10 Credits)
Post Grad

Understand how data and analytics drive decision making in organisations.

Identify different types, systems, and frameworks used in Artificial Intelligence.
This NZQA-accredited Level 8 micro-credential is designed for professionals, leaders, and managers wanting to learn how Data Analytics, Machine Learning, and Artificial Intelligence can transform organisations. Participants will explore data science processes, data ingestion, cleansing and transformation, and analyse how data analytics informs business decisions. The course also covers various types of artificial intelligence, basic knowledge representation, and problem solving. Ethical, privacy, and cultural issues—including Māori and Pacific perspectives—are integrated to ensure participants can approach AI and analytics in an Aotearoa New Zealand context.
What you need to know first
Bachelor's degree, or equivalent level qualification, OR relevant professional experience



Computer Science
A course by
Media Design School
A part-time, online, NZQA Level 8 micro-credential introducing working professionals to Data Analytics, Machine Learning, and Artificial Intelligence, including business applications and ethical and cultural considerations.
inc GST
Enquire about international pricing
This course starts anytime
NZQA Level 8 Certification (10 Credits)
Post Grad
inc GST
Enquire about international pricing
This course starts anytime
NZQA Level 8 Certification (10 Credits)
Post Grad

Understand how data and analytics drive decision making in organisations.

Identify different types, systems, and frameworks used in Artificial Intelligence.
This NZQA-accredited Level 8 micro-credential is designed for professionals, leaders, and managers wanting to learn how Data Analytics, Machine Learning, and Artificial Intelligence can transform organisations. Participants will explore data science processes, data ingestion, cleansing and transformation, and analyse how data analytics informs business decisions. The course also covers various types of artificial intelligence, basic knowledge representation, and problem solving. Ethical, privacy, and cultural issues—including Māori and Pacific perspectives—are integrated to ensure participants can approach AI and analytics in an Aotearoa New Zealand context.
What you need to know first
Bachelor's degree, or equivalent level qualification, OR relevant professional experience


Online study
Flexible online learning from anywhere
It will take a total of 8 weeks
This course requires 12 hours per week

Investigate ethical, privacy, and cultural issues, with specific attention to Māori and Pacific contexts and values.
All applications assessed by Programme Director, interview may be required
Online study
Flexible online learning from anywhere
It will take a total of 8 weeks
This course requires 12 hours per week

Investigate ethical, privacy, and cultural issues, with specific attention to Māori and Pacific contexts and values.
All applications assessed by Programme Director, interview may be required