Graduate Diploma in Environmental Management
Environment
A course by
SIT
A one-year graduate-level programme providing knowledge and practical skills in environmental management, with electives in topics such as mineral resources, sustainable food systems, and renewable energy.
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NZQA Level 7 Certification (120 Credits)
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Core skills this course teaches
Develop broad understanding of environmental management
Understand concepts across governance, legal, scientific, management, and economic aspects of environmental problems on various scales.
Apply practical and research skills in real-world contexts
About This Course
The Graduate Diploma in Environmental Management equips graduates with a broad understanding of environmental management through a combination of theoretical and applied learning. Open to those with a prior degree in any discipline, this programme provides students the opportunity to transition into the environmental sector. The elective structure allows learners to specialise in areas like mineral resources management and sustainable food systems, while practical coursework ensures graduates develop industry-relevant skills for both public and private sector roles.
Course Content
- Introduction to Renewable Energy (currently not offered)
- Research and Statistics
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
- Research I (industry project proposal preparation)
- Research II (industry project execution)
- Case Studies in Environmental Management and Sustainability
- Earth Science and Environmental Management
- Advanced Environmental Impact Assessment and Monitoring
- Mineral Resources Management
- Sustainable Food Systems 1
- Sustainable Food Systems 2
- Energy Auditing (currently not offered)
Entry Requirements
Successful graduation from a bachelor degree programme, or demonstration of equivalent relevant, practical, professional or educational experience in a related discipline.
Build towards these roles
Environmental manager/analystEnergy auditorMineral resources advisorSustainability consultantFood systems planner
Build skills in these industries
Environmental ScienceSustainabilityResource Management
