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Graduate Diploma in Strategic Management

STARTS: July 2024
Madras Street

Equip yourself to improve organisational effectiveness.

This programme is designed to equip you with the skills needed to be an effective strategic management professional, capable of working in a range of business environments. It covers applied business management, leadership, strategic planning, finance and marketing.

An industry project will form part of your studies and will provide you with hands-on experience that strengthens your understanding of the area. Part-time up to 4 years.

Fees for 2024

Domestic Fee
$7,197 - $8,057 per year
Indicative Student Services Fee
$350 per year

A Bachelor's degree in any field excluding Strategic Management.

What if English is not my first Language?

If English is not your first language, we want to make sure that you will be successful in your chosen programme of study.

  • Please provide a result from a test or qualification on the acceptable alternatives English Proficiency Outcomes Chart.
  • If you are a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident, complete an Admission and Enrolment form and Ara will contact you regarding a free assessment.
  • If you are not a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent resident, book an IELTS or other test through the Ara Examination Centre or in your home country.
  • IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form and are valid for two years from the date of the test.
  • What if I have achieved NCEA Level 3 University Entrance?
  • You do not need to provide additional evidence of English Language skills.

Overall IELTS 6.0 Academic

  • 5.5 Listening
  • 5.5 Reading
  • 5.5 Writing
  • 5.5 Speaking

Funding assistance

If you face unexpected financial hardship during your studies, we have several funds that you can apply for. These are designed to enable you to continue your current course of study. We also have a wide range of scholarships and awards that can provide financial assistance.

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Graduate Diploma in Strategic Management

FULL-TIME - 1 Year

Equip yourself to improve organisational effectiveness.

Information
Type Graduate Certificate / Diploma
Code CH4005
Next Starts July 2024
May be available for Study Visa? Yes
Credits 120
Level 7
May be eligible for Fees Free? Yes
Reference CH4005-STRU

Fees for 2024

Domestic Fee
$7,197 - $8,057 per year
Indicative Student Services Fee
$350 per year

Placements or workplace assignments are an integral part of this programme. You don’t need to supply evidence of your Covid-19 vaccination status to apply for this programme, but please be aware that some workplaces may require evidence from you that you are fully vaccinated from COVID-19 before allowing you to complete work at their organisation.

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Graduate Diploma in Strategic Management - Jul 2024 - Christchurch
Start date: 22 July 2024
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Credit Recognition

If you have prior relevant experience or previous related study credits, you may be eligible for credit recognition towards this qualification.

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