Graduate DiplomaFull time - 1 year, part time over 4 years |
Annual Fees(indicative 2018) |
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Programme code |
CH4001 |
Domestic$6,200 - $6,900 |
Starts |
February, July, October |
International$19,500+ $500 text book costs |
Credits |
120 |
Course related costsAdvised before enrolment |
Level |
7 | |
Domestic Applications due |
Accepted throughout the year | |
International Applications due |
22 January for February start; 23 June for July start; 8 September for October start | |
Location |
Christchurch - Madras Street |
Content
Use your strong organisational skills and advance your appreciation of the procedures required to ensure production functions at optimum levels in this advance level qualification.
You will explore the best methods for optimising supply chain relationships and the logistics of production, including considerations from an engineering perspective.
Core studies include the essentials of project management, product development, operations management and resource integration management.
We also introduce you to other relevant topics including industrial relations, human resources and finance and management accounting.
If you complete one additional course Advanced Project Management (AMPM700) and choose Introduction to Finance (AMIF603) as your elective option, you will graduate with two graduate diplomas - the Graduate Diploma in Operations and Production Management and the Graduate Diploma in Project Management, provided that your industry project reflects both fields of study.
Credit recognition
If you have work experience in this area, or a relevant prior qualification, you may be eligible for credit recognition towards this qualification.
Programme structure
To complete this Graduate Diploma you are required to complete a minimum total of 120 credits. Please browse the guide below to view the course options currently available within this qualification.
Core courses
Elective Courses
To be a full time student you need to maintain a workload of 120 credits per year. We recommend you talk with us to ensure you choose electives to benefit your future career.
Entry requirements
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A bachelor's degree in any field excluding operations and production management
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Level 6 or 7 Diploma and relevant work and/or life experience (equivalent to a Bachelor's degree)
or Evidence of equivalent practical, professional or educational experience eg 3 - 5 years full time work experience
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If English is not your first language you may also be required to provide evidence of your English language skills as listed below. If you have no evidence of your English language skills and are a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, contact us for an assessment.
Note: If you have achieved NCEA Level 3 University Entrance requirements you are not required to provide evidence of English Language Skills.
OVERALL IELTS REQUIREMENTS | |||
6.0 ACADEMIC | |||
SPEAKING6.0 |
READING6.0 |
WRITING6.0 |
LISTENING6.0 |
Next steps
To apply for this programme please:
- complete an Admission and Enrolment Form or an International Application Form
Your on-the-job experience may count towards part or even all of this qualification. To learn more, contact our Centre for Assessment of Prior Learning (CAPL) .
Application documents
Career opportunities
On completion of this graduate diploma you are qualified for employment in managerial and consultation roles throughout industry, as well as for supervisory and logistical technician positions in manufacturing companies. Using electives to concentrate on courses in international business and/or industrial relations may be helpful for your career.
Study pathways
This qualification could be combined with our Graduate Diploma in Project Management to expand your career prospects.
Recommended school subjects
- English
- Mathematics
- Computing / ICT
- Economics
- Admission & Enrolment Form PDF File: 81.0 KB
- International Application Form PDF File: 80.8 KB