Graduate Diploma in Business

Entry requirements

To enrol in this programme you need to have a Bachelor degree; or have successfully completed the Open Polytechnic Graduate Certificate in Business; or have an equivalent professional qualification.

English language requirements

International students must also have an IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.5, or equivalent.

Domestic students for whom English or Māori is not their first language must also have an IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.5, or equivalent.

Learn more about English language entry requirements

Credit recognition

If you have completed the Open Polytechnic Graduate Certificate in Business you may transfer the three courses (60 credits) to this programme.

For all other students credit recognition may not exceed two thirds of the programme. Cross credit to Level 7 courses will not normally be awarded.

International students and domestic students living overseas

You can study this programme part-time if you’re an international student living in New Zealand or overseas. If you’re living in New Zealand you will need to be in paid employment with a valid work permit.

You can also study this programme if you’re a New Zealand citizen living overseas.

Learn more about studying as an international student

Computer and internet requirements

This programme is delivered online. To complete this programme you will need access to a laptop or desktop computer, reliable broadband internet connection and a data plan able to support online learning such as streaming of videos (including YouTube), downloading content, and writing and submitting online assessments. If you are unsure if your current computer or internet access allows you to complete your online learning with us, please contact us before applying to enrol.

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