NZ Diploma in Horticulture Production (Fruit Production) (Level 5)
Growing & Vines
A course by
EIT
Develop specialist technical skills and knowledge in fruit production for the horticulture sector. This Level 5 diploma equips students with leadership, production, and crop protection expertise for careers in horticulture management.
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Core skills this course teaches
Demonstrate leadership in fruit production
Show effective leadership and relationship management with team members and clients, using interpersonal skills relevant to the fruit production sector.
Plan and manage fruit production tasks
Plan and oversee fruit production operations to achieve set production goals and meet industry standards.
About This Course
The NZ Diploma in Horticulture Production (Fruit Production) (Level 5) is designed in partnership with industry to provide graduates with advanced knowledge and technical skills in fruit production. Students gain access to resources and industry experts, advancing their leadership abilities and practical expertise needed for roles such as assistant manager, manager, or advisor in the horticulture field. The programme emphasises production management, crop protection planning, interpersonal skills, and modern business practices in safe horticultural contexts.
Course Content
- Leadership qualities and interpersonal skills
- Labour management
- Physical resource management
- Safe horticultural business practices
- Horticulture business skills
- Crop production technologies and planning
- Crop protection planning and pest/disease management
- Horticulture research methods
Entry Requirements
NCEA Level 2
Successful completion of a Level 3 certificate or above, preferably in the Primary Industries subject area
Build towards these roles
Assistant manager in horticultureManager in fruit production businessesAdvisor in primary industries and horticulture sector
Build skills in these industries
HorticultureFruit ProductionPrimary Industries
