New Zealand Diploma in Business (Level 5) (Human Resource Management Strand)

Entry requirements

• IELTS5.5 overall

Prerequisites

Application criteria To apply for the New Zealand Diploma in Business (Level 5), you must be at least 16 years old when the programme begins, or have an approved Early Release Exemption. You’ll also need to meet one of the following: NCEA Level 2, including: 8 literacy credits at Level 2 or above 14 numeracy credits at Level 1 or above An equivalent qualification, or An approved Level 3 or higher qualification with a relevant pathway Discretionary admission If you don’t meet the standard entry requirements but believe you’re prepared to study at this level, you may apply for discretionary admission. You’ll need to demonstrate that you have the ability and preparation to succeed in the programme. Admission is at the discretion of the relevant academic authority. Programme-specific requirements There are no additional programme-specific entry requirements. Language and literacy requirements All applicants must demonstrate the language and literacy skills needed for the programme. This is normally shown through: 8 NCEA literacy credits at Level 2 or above If you can’t provide this evidence, you may be asked to demonstrate your ability through an approved proficiency test or an equivalent recognised under NZQA requirements. English language requirements International applicants must provide evidence of English language proficiency. You’ll need: IELTS Academic: 5.5 overall, with no band below 5.0, from one test taken within the previous two years, or An equivalent English language