Bachelor of Applied Management and Graduate Diplomas

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1 PG3 Bachelor of Applied Management and Graduate Diplomas Faculty of Business and Information Technology Programme Guide 2016 Course of study and programme specific completion requirements. This programme guide provides you with specific programme information and course summaries for the Bachelor of Applied Management & Graduate Diplomas. Prior to selecting your courses and occurrences, please ensure that you work with both this programme guide (PG3) and the latest version of the timetable (T3). These documents are available online For all programmes in this guide we recommend you bring your own laptop. Please see page 39 for recommended minimum specifications. PROGRAMMES OFFERED: MN4535 BACHELOR OF APPLIED MANAGEMENT () Majors in: PAGE 3-15 ACCOUNTING: NZICA/CPA & NON NZICA/CPA PATHWAY, HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT, COMMUNICATION MANAGEMENT, SALES AND MARKETING, OPERATIONS AND PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT, BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION AND CHANGE, EVENT MANAGEMENT, INNOVATION AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP*, STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT, TOURISM MANAGEMENT, HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT, PROJECT MANAGEMENT, ARTS MANAGEMENT MN4443 GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTING PAGE 17 MN4536 GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN ACCOUNTING PAGE 18 MN4537 GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT PAGE 19 MN4538 GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN SALES & MARKETING PAGE 20 MN4539 GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN OPERATIONS & PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT PAGE 21 MN4540 GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION & CHANGE PAGE 22 MN4541 GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN EVENT MANAGEMENT PAGE 23 MN4542 GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN INNOVATION & ENTREPRENEURSHIP* PAGE 24 MN4544 GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT PAGE 25 MN4549 GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN COMMUNICATION MANAGEMENT PAGE 26 MN4553 GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN TOURISM MANAGEMENT PAGE 27 MN4554 GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT PAGE 28 MN4555 GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN PROJECT MANAGEMENT PAGE 29 MN4556 GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN APPLIED MANAGEMENT PAGE 30 MN4557 GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN ARTS MANAGEMENT PAGE 32 PRE-REQUISITE COURSE TABLE PAGE 33 COURSE SUMMARIES PAGE 35 STUDYLINK - EFTS IN RELATION TO YOUR STUDENT LOAN PAGE 40 *APPLIES TO CURRENT STUDENTS ONLY If you require information about the progress of your enrolment contact: Nancy Jones Programme Administrator [email protected] If you require information about the progress of your enrolment contact: Pawan Pathela Programme Co-ordinator [email protected] Sandy Barnett Programme Leader [email protected] Some programmes require you to refer to this information during the academic year. We recommend that you file this document for safe keeping. FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MIT Manukau, Reception, Floor 2, Corner of Manukau Station Road and Davies Avenue, Private Bag , Auckland manukau.ac.nz [email protected] PROGRAMME GUIDE _V4.0

2 FOR NEW STUDENTS ONLY If you are using the online process to enrol you would have already clicked on Accept to accept the offer to study. The next step is to use the Select Courses screen (example shown below). Please ensure that you work with both this programme guide (PG3) and the latest version of the timetable (T3). Now select your courses, then finish by clicking on Confirm Courses (example shown below). (Please note - if you are a re-enrolling student please use the Re-enrolment form E2 please visit us at the Faculty Reception). Once you have made your selection, please finish by clicking Confirm Courses GLOSSARY OF TERMS Compulsory course A course which must be studied as part of a programme of study by all students. Core A course in a group of courses from which a certain number must be taken. Co-requisite One or more specified courses that must be undertaken in conjunction with another course. Cross credits A Cross Credit is given to a student when they have successfully completed a course at MIT or another institution, which is equivalent to a course on their present programme. Occurrence The time and place that a course is held. Optional courses A course which may be taken as part of a programme of study but is not compulsory. Pre-requisite One or more specified courses which must be completed before a student is permitted to proceed to another course or programme. Programme A set or group of courses that must be passed by a student to meet the requirement of a qualification. 2

3 BACHELOR OF APPLIED MANAGEMENT MN4535 Method of study Qualification Full-time/ Part-time MIT Degree ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Applicants must meet one of the following entry requirements: Duration Start dates Three years (full-time) February and July Credits 360 Cost (2016 Fees) ABOUT THE PROGRAMME $5900 (approx) per year The Bachelor of Applied Management is designed to ensure you have a business skill-set that is aligned to both the current and future job market. This is a flexible programme that provides you with a combination of general relevant skills and specialisations of your choice. The purpose of the Bachelor of Applied Management is to enable you to become a work-ready graduate with industry-relevant skills designed specifically to result in employment. The degree begins with a common first year, introducing you to all of the main disciplines of business. After the first year, you can choose how you want to specialise as your study continues, selecting from a variety of Major options (including having no major at all). When planning your degree, remember that not all courses are available each semester. You must check the programme structure, pre-requisites and availability of your chosen courses in advance. Note that it is your responsibility to ensure that you meet all requirements necessary for the completion of your degree. The Programme Leader will approve your chosen course of study. To be awarded the Bachelor of Applied Management (with or without a major), you need to successfully complete a total of: 360 credits at Level 5 and above All compulsory courses Minimum of 75 credits at Level 6 Minimum of 75 credits at Level 7 In addition to graduate with a major or double major, a student must complete all compulsory courses in that major. Successfully completed at least 42 NCEA (or equivalent) at Level 3 or higher, made up of: 14 credits in one approved subject 14 credits in another approved subject 14 credits from one or two additional domains or approved subjects and 8 credits in NCEA English Level 2 (four in reading and four in writing from NZQA Literacy Requirements for University Entrance list) (or equivalent) and 14 credits in NCEA Mathematics (or Pãngarau) Level 1 (or equivalent) or Have successfully completed a minimum of 72 credits at NCEA (or equivalent) Level 2 including a minimum of 14 credits in each of four subjects and a minimum of 30 credits at Merit or Excellence. Applicants will need to have achieved degree entry standards for numeracy and literacy or Provide evidence of equivalence through practical, professional or educational experience e.g. three - five year s full time work experience (relevant to business). Evidence of literacy and numeracy will be required. MIT literacy assessments are available and Have English language competence to undertake this programme which is taught and assessed in English. Any applicants whose first language is not English may be required to provide evidence of an overall IELTS (Academic) band score of 6.0 or greater (with no score below 5.5 in speaking, reading, writing and listening) or equivalent. Students who have attained the age of 20 years and do not hold the minimum entry requirements for a programme will be eligible to be enrolled as a student where their previous educational, work or life experience indicates they have a reasonable likelihood of success. Students who have not attained the age of 20 years and do not hold the required minimum entry requirements for a programme may also be eligible to enrol in exceptional circumstances. Such decisions will be made by the Faculty Dean. Applicants who meet the requirements for admission are accepted into the programme in the order their applications are received. Course Codes Bachelor of Applied Management without a major You may complete the degree without a major. The Programme Leader will approve your course of study. The fourth digit in a course code indicates the level: xxx.5xx is a level 5 course xxx.6xx is a level 6 course xxx.7xx is a level 7 course 3

4 BACHELOR OF APPLIED MANAGEMENT COURSE STRUCTURE (All majors except major in Accounting NZICA/CPA pathway) CO-OPERATIVE EDUCATION PROJECT (EQUIVALENT TO 4 COURSES) MAJOR 1 COURSE 4 MAJOR 1 COURSE 5 MAJOR 2 COURSE 4 ELECTIVE (at Levels 5, 6 or 7) MAJOR 2 COURSE 5 ELECTIVE (at Levels 5, 6 or 7) APPLIED MANAGEMENT RESEARCH METHODOLOGY MAJOR 1 COURSE 1 MAJOR 1 COURSE 2 MAJOR 1 COURSE 3 MAJOR 2 COURSE 1 ELECTIVE (at Levels 5, 6 or 7) MAJOR 2 COURSE 2 ELECTIVE (at Levels 5, 6 or 7) MAJOR 2 COURSE 3 ELECTIVE (at Levels 5, 6 or 7) LEVEL 5 BUSINESS COMPUTING BUSINESS HERITAGE, CULTURE & SUSTAINABILITY COMMERCIAL LAW ECONOMICS INTRO. TO ACCOUNTING INTRO. TO MARKETING MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATION KEY: Complulsory Courses Compulsory Major 2 for students doing a double major Compulsory for Single Major Elective choices for students doing a single major BACHELOR OF APPLIED MANAGEMENT COURSE STRUCTURE Major in Accounting NZICA/CPA Pathway (this is a prescribed programme of study with a 45 credit project that does not allow a double major option.) INDUSTRY PROJECT (EQUIVALENT TO 3 COURSES) ADVANCED FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING ADVANCED MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING APPLIED MGMT. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY INT. FINANCIAL ACCTNG. INT. MGMT. ACCTNG. TAXATION IN NZ INTRO. TO FINANCE AUDITING AND ASSURANCE LAW OF BUSINESS ENTITIES ACCOUNTING INFORMATION SYSTEMS LEVEL 5 BUSINESS COMPUTING BUSINESS HERITAGE, CULTURE & SUSTAINABILITY COM. LAW ECONOMICS INTRO. TO ACCTNG. INTRO. TO MKTG. MGMT. PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATION BUSINESS STATISTICAL ANALYSIS ACCOUNTING PRACTICES All courses are 15 credits except Co-operative Education Project which is 60 credits and the Industry Project which is 45 credits. LEVEL Professional Communication Introduction to Accounting Commercial Law Introduction to Marketing Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability Management Economics Business Computing Co-operative Education Project or Industry Project AND NZICA/CPA major only Business Statistical Analysis Accounting Practices Research Methodology Co-operative Education Project * (60 credits) or Industry Project * (45 credits) (NZICA/CPA Pathway or Accounting major with a double major) * This course should be taken in your last semester 4

5 BACHELOR OF APPLIED MANAGEMENT RECOMMENDED COURSE OF STUDY A full time student would usually enrol in four courses each semester. If you are a first year student and do not have or will not be applying for cross-credits (see Page 2) you are recommended to enrol in the following courses: The structure and courses for each Major are on pages N.B. Please check timetable (T3) to see which courses in your major(s) are available in which semester. SEMESTER ONE Professional Communication Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability Business Computing and one other course from the list following (if you are intending to take a major(s) in Accounting, Management or Marketing, please choose one course that corresponds to your chosen major(s)) Introduction to Accounting Management Introduction to Marketing SEMESTER THREE Single Major Three Level 6 courses in your major (if available) and one elective Double Major Three Level 6 courses from major 1 and one Level 6 course from major 2 SEMESTER FOUR Single Major Research Methodology and One Level 6 course in major and Two elective courses or Three elective courses or Two Level 7 courses in your major and One elective Double Major Research Methodology and the remaining Two Level 6 courses in major 2 and one Level 7 major 1 or Two Level 7 in major 1 and one Level 6 in major 2 SEMESTER FIVE Single Major SEMESTER TWO (All majors and non-majors excluding NZICA/CPA Accounting Pathway) and Two Level 7 courses in major and One elective or Two Level 7 courses in major and one Level 6 in major Commercial Law Economics Accounting Practices (Accounting Major only) and two courses (or one course for Accounting Major) that you have not already enrolled in from the following list: Introduction to Accounting Double Major and Two Level 7 courses in major 2 and One Level 6 in major 1 SEMESTER SIX Co-operative Education Project (60 credits) Management Introduction to Marketing Co-operative Education Project or Industry Project 5

6 MAJOR IN ACCOUNTING: NZICA/CPA PATHWAY RECOMMENDED COURSE OF STUDY SEMESTER ONE Professional Communication Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability Business Computing Introduction to Accounting SEMESTER FIVE and Two of the Level 6 courses not completed above and ONE OF: Advanced Financial Accounting Advanced Management Accounting SEMESTER TWO Commercial Law Economics Accounting Practices SEMESTER SIX Industry Project (45 credits) and one of the courses not completed of: Advanced Financial Accounting Advanced Management Accounting and one course that you have not already enrolled in from the following list: Management Co-operative Education Project or Industry Project Introduction to Marketing Business Statistical Analysis SEMESTER THREE Business Statistical Analysis and One Level 5 not completed Intermediate Financial Accounting Intermediate Management Accounting SEMESTER FOUR Research Methodology and THREE OF : Taxation in NZ Introduction to Finance Auditing and Assurance The Law of Business Entities Accounting Information Systems 6

7 MAJOR IN ACCOUNTING: NZICA/CPA PATHWAY MAJOR IN ACCOUNTING: NON NZICA/CPA PATHWAY LEVEL Business Statistical Analysis Professional Communication Introduction to Accounting Accounting Practices Commercial Law Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability Management Introduction to Marketing Economics LEVEL Professional Communication Introduction to Accounting Accounting Practices Commercial Law Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability Management Introduction to Marketing Economics Business Computing Business Computing CORE COURSES: Co-operative Education Project or Industry Project Research Methodology + + COURSES IN THIS MAJOR: Intermediate Financial Accounting Intermediate Management Accounting Taxation in NZ Introduction to Finance Auditing and Assurance The Law of Business Entities Accounting Information Systems CORE COURSE: Industry Project* (45 Credits) COURSES IN THIS MAJOR: Advanced Financial Accounting CORE COURSES: Co-operative Education Project or Industry Project Research Methodology + + COURSES IN THIS MAJOR: Intermediate Financial Accounting Intermediate Management Accounting Taxation in NZ Advanced Financial Accounting Advanced Management Accounting AND Co-operative Education Project * (60 Credits) * This course should be taken in your last semester ELECTIVE COURSES In addition you must select four other elective courses from the list on page 16. If you are doing a double major you will not be able to take elective courses, you will need to take five courses from your other major Advanced Management Accounting Due to the structure of the NZICA/CPA pathway, elective courses or a second Major are not possible. 7

8 HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT MAJOR COMMUNICATION MANAGEMENT MAJOR LEVEL Professional Communication Introduction to Accounting Commercial Law Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability Management Introduction to Marketing Economics Business Computing LEVEL Professional Communication Introduction to Accounting Commercial Law Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability Management Introduction to Marketing Economics Business Computing CORE COURSES: Co-operative Education Project or Industry Project Research Methodology + + COURSES IN THIS MAJOR: Industrial Relations Human Resources Organisational Behaviour CORE COURSES: Co-operative Education Project or Industry Project Research Methodology + + COURSES IN THIS MAJOR: Organisational Communication Organisational Writing Digital Media Communication Advanced Human Resource Management Contemporary Issues in Human Resource Management Co-operative Education Project * (60 Credits) * This course should be taken in your last semester External Communication Management Internal Communication Management Co-operative Education Project * (60 Credits) * This course should be taken in your last semester ELECTIVE COURSES In addition, for each major you must select five other elective courses from the list on page 16. If you are doing a double major you will not be able to take elective courses, you will need to take five courses from your other major. 8

9 SALES AND MARKETING MAJOR OPERATIONS AND PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT MAJOR LEVEL Professional Communication Introduction to Accounting Commercial Law Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability Management Introduction to Marketing Economics Business Computing LEVEL Professional Communication Introduction to Accounting Commercial Law Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability Management Introduction to Marketing Economics Business Computing CORE COURSES: Co-operative Education Project or Industry Project Research Methodology + + COURSES IN THIS MAJOR: Consumer Behaviour Market Development and Sales CORE COURSES: Co-operative Education Project or Industry Project Research Methodology + + COURSES IN THIS MAJOR: Project Management Operations Management Marketing Planning and Control SPECIALISED ELECTIVE International Marketing Strategic Marketing Co-operative Education Project * (60 Credits) * This course should be taken in your last semester SELECT ONE COURSE FROM THE FOUR BELOW: Intermediate Management Accounting Introduction to Finance Industrial Relations Human Resources Product Development Resource Integration Management Co-operative Education Project * (60 Credits) * This course should be taken in your last semester ELECTIVE COURSES In addition, for each major you must select five other elective courses from the list on page 16. If you are doing a double major you will not be able to take elective courses, you will need to take five courses from your other major. 9

10 BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION AND CHANGE MAJOR EVENT MANAGEMENT MAJOR LEVEL Professional Communication Introduction to Accounting Commercial Law Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability Management Introduction to Marketing Economics Business Computing LEVEL Professional Communication Introduction to Accounting Commercial Law Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability Management Introduction to Marketing Economics Business Computing CORE COURSES: Co-operative Education Project or Industry Project Research Methodology + + COURSES IN THIS MAJOR: Project Management Principles of Leadership Organisational Behaviour CORE COURSES: Co-operative Education Project or Industry Project Research Methodology + + COURSES IN THIS MAJOR: Event Logistics Event Planning and Management Project Management Strategic Management Business Transformation and Change Co-operative Education Project * (60 Credits) * This course should be taken in your last semester Event Marketing and Sponsorship Event Project Co-operative Education Project * (60 Credits) * This course should be taken in your last semester ELECTIVE COURSES In addition, for each major you must select five other elective courses from the list on page 16. If you are doing a double major you will not be able to take elective courses, you will need to take five courses from your other major. 10

11 INNOVATION AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP MAJOR (APPLIES TO CURRENT STUDENTS ONLY) LEVEL Professional Communication Introduction to Accounting Commercial Law Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability Management Introduction to Marketing Economics Business Computing CORE COURSES: Co-operative Education Project or Industry Project Research Methodology + + COURSES IN THIS MAJOR: Entrepreneurship Innovation and Creativity Strategic Planning for Small Business Managing for Growth Product Development Co-operative Education Project * (60 Credits) * This course should be taken in your last semester ELECTIVE COURSES In addition, for each major you must select five other elective courses from the list on page 16. If you are doing a double major you will not be able to take elective courses, you will need to take five courses from your other major. 11

12 STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT MAJOR LEVEL Professional Communication Introduction to Accounting Commercial Law Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability Management Introduction to Marketing Economics Business Computing Strategic Management Co-operative Education Project * (60 Credits) * This course should be taken in your last semester SPECIALISED ELECTIVE SELECT ONE COURSE FROM THE THREE BELOW: Business and Society Advanced Human Resource Management Business Transformation and Change CORE COURSES: Co-operative Education Project or Industry Project Research Methodology + + COURSES IN THIS MAJOR: Principles of Leadership SPECIALISED ELECTIVE SELECT TWO COURSES FROM THE FOUR BELOW: Strategic Planning for Small Business Services Marketing Management Human Resources Introduction to Finance ELECTIVE COURSES In addition, for each major you must select five other elective courses from the list on page 16. If you are doing a double major you will not be able to take elective courses, you will need to take five courses from your other major. 12

13 TOURISM MANAGEMENT MAJOR HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT MAJOR LEVEL Professional Communication Introduction to Accounting Commercial Law Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability Management Introduction to Marketing Economics Business Computing LEVEL Professional Communication Introduction to Accounting Commercial Law Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability Management Introduction to Marketing Economics Business Computing CORE COURSES: Co-operative Education Project or Industry Project Research Methodology + + C COURSES IN THIS MAJOR: SELECT THREE COURSES FROM THE FOUR BELOW: Tourism Multimedia Tourism Industry and Enterprises Sustainable Tourism Practices Accommodation Services Management Contemporary Issues in the Tourism Industry Destination Management Co-operative Education Project * (60 Credits) * This course should be taken in your last semester CORE COURSES: Co-operative Education Project or Industry Project Research Methodology + + C COURSES IN THIS MAJOR: Food and Beverage Operations Front Office Operations Management And one of Strategic Planning for Small Businesses Event Logistics Organisational Behaviour Project Management Accommodation Facilities Management Food and Beverage Management Co-operative Education Project * (60 Credits) * This course should be taken in your last semester ELECTIVE COURSES In addition, for each major you must select five other elective courses from the list on page 16. If you are doing a double major you will not be able to take elective courses, you will need to take five courses from your other major. 13

14 PROJECT MANAGEMENT MAJOR LEVEL Professional Communication Introduction to Accounting Commercial Law Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability Management Introduction to Marketing Economics Business Computing CORE COURSES: Co-operative Education Project or Industry Project Research Methodology + + COURSES IN THIS MAJOR: Introduction to Finance Project Management Operations Management Advanced Project Management Co-operative Education Project * (60 Credits) * This course should be taken in your last semester Resource Integration Management ELECTIVE COURSES In addition, for each major you must select five other elective courses from the list on page 16. If you are doing a double major you will not be able to take elective courses, you will need to take five courses from your other major. 14

15 ARTS MANAGEMENT MAJOR LEVEL Professional Communication Introduction to Accounting Commercial Law Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability Management Introduction to Marketing Economics Business Computing CORE COURSES: Co-operative Education Project or Industry Project Research Methodology + + COURSES IN THIS MAJOR: Arts Management Concepts Project Management SELECT ONE COURSE FROM THE THREE BELOW: Event Planning and Management Digital Media Communication Organisational Writing Creative Industries Arts Practices Co-operative Education Project * (60 Credits) * This course should be taken in your last semester ELECTIVE COURSES In addition, for each major you must select five other elective courses from the list on page 16. If you are doing a double major you will not be able to take elective courses, you will need to take five courses from your other major. 15

16 ELECTIVE COURSES N.B. Courses are not necessarily available every semester or every year. Please check timetable (T3). LEVEL Business Statistical Analysis Accounting Practices External Communication Management Internal Communication Management Organisational Communication Organisational Writing Digital Media Communication Intermediate Financial Accounting Intermediate Management Accounting Taxation in NZ Introduction to Finance Auditing and Assurance The Law of Business Entities Entrepreneurship Innovation and Creativity Strategic Planning for Small Business Event Logistics Event Planning and Management Arts Management Concepts Services Marketing Management Principles of Leadership Industrial Relations Human Resources Organisational Behaviour Project Management Creative Industries Advanced Financial Accounting Advanced Management Accounting Managing for Growth Product Development Event Marketing and Sponsorship Event Project Strategic Management Advanced Project Management Advanced Human Resource Management Contemporary Issues in the Human Resource Management Business Transformation and Change Resource Integration Management Business and Society Accommodation Facilities Management Food and Beverage Management International Marketing Strategic Marketing Contemporary Issues in the Tourism Industry Destination Management Arts Practices Operations Management Food and Beverage Operations Front Office Operations Management Consumer Behaviour Market Development and Sales Marketing Planning and Control Tourism Multimedia Tourism Industry and Enterprises Sustainable Tourism Practices Accommodation Services Management Accounting Information Systems 16

17 GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTING MN4443 Method of study Qualification Duration Start dates Full-time and Part-time start either semester MIT Graduate Diploma One year full-time/or equivalent part-time February and July Credits 120 Fees (2016) one year $5900 (approx) Courses Students complete courses in their individual course of study from the list below Level Business Statistical Analysis Commercial Law Economics Management ABOUT THE PROGRAMME The Graduate Diploma in Professional Accounting is designed to satisfy the academic requirements for provisional membership in the College of Chartered Accountants of New Zealand (NZICA or CAANZ) or CPA Australia and to prepare students to start their practical experience and professional competence components to become a full member of the professional accounting bodies. The qualification is suitable for degree graduates from New Zealand or overseas institutions, to complete courses that meet the academic requirements of the professional accounting bodies: NZICA (CAANZ) and CPA Australia. Applicants will be given an individual study plan by the Programme Leader prior to enrolment. They will be advised to seek an assessment of their existing qualifications from NZICA (CAANZ) or CPA Australia, before or within the first semester of study to confirm that their study plan includes all the courses required by the accounting body. It may be necessary for students to complete more than one year of study (120 credits) in order to meet the requirements of NZICA (CAANZ) or CPA Australia. Students may gain cross credits from previous study or take elective courses from the Bachelor of Applied Management to complete 120 credits. Level Intermediate Financial Accounting Intermediate Management Accounting Taxation in New Zealand Introduction to Finance Auditing and Assurance The Law of Business Entities Accounting Information Systems Level Advanced Financial Accounting Advanced Management Accounting In addition other courses may be selected from the Bachelor of Applied Management to make up 120 credits if necessary. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Applicants must meet the following entry requirements: Have successfully completed a bachelor s degree AND Have evidence of current knowledge of Accounting at an introductory level. AND Have English language competence to undertake this programme which is taught and assessed in English. Any applicants whose first language is not English may be required to provide evidence of an overall IELTS (Academic) band score of 6.0 (with no score below 5.5 in speaking, reading, writing and listening) or equivalent. 17

18 GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN ACCOUNTING MN4536 Method of study Qualification Duration Full-time and Part-time start either semester MIT Graduate Diploma One year full-time/or equivalent part-time ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Applicants must meet the following entry requirements: Successfully completed a bachelor s degree in any field excluding the specific graduate diploma field or Start dates February and July Credits 120 Cost (2016 Fees) $5900 (approx) per year The Graduate Diploma consists of the following courses: Intermediate Financial Accounting Intermediate Management Accounting Taxation in NZ Advanced Financial Accounting Advanced Management Accounting Industry Project Part A (15 Credits) Industry Project Part B (30 Credits) Successfully completed a 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 e.g. three years full time work experience (relevant to business studies) and Evidence of current knowledge of Accounting at an introductory level; and Have English language competence to undertake this programme which is taught and assessed in English. Any applicants whose first language is not English may be required to provide evidence of an overall IELTS (Academic) band score of 6.0 (with no score below 5.5 in speaking, reading, writing and listening) or equivalent. Students who have attained the age of 20 years and do not hold the minimum entry requirements for a programme will be eligible to be enrolled as a student where their previous educational, work or life experience indicates they have a reasonable likelihood of success. Students who have not attained the age of 20 years and do not hold the required minimum entry requirements for a programme may also be eligible to enrol in exceptional circumstances. Such decisions will be made by the Faculty Dean. RECOMMENDED COURSE OF STUDY The recommended study for a full time student is: FIRST SEMESTER Applicants who meet the requirements for admission are accepted into the programme in the order their applications are received. Three Level 6 courses in your Graduate Diploma and Industry Project Part A SECOND SEMESTER Two Level 7 courses in your Graduate Diploma and Industry Project Part B 18

19 GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT MN4537 Method of study Qualification Duration Full time and part time start either semester MIT Graduate Diploma One year full-time/or equivalent part-time ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Applicants must meet the following entry requirements: Successfully completed a bachelor s degree in any field excluding the specific graduate diploma field or Start dates February and July Credits 120 Cost (2016 Fees) $5900 (approx) per year The Graduate Diploma consists of the following courses: Industrial Relations Human Resources Organisational Behaviour Advanced Human Resource Management Contemporary Issues in the Human Resource Management Industry Project Part A (15 Credits) Industry Project Part B (30 Credits) RECOMMENDED COURSE OF STUDY The recommended study for a full time student is: FIRST SEMESTER Successfully completed a 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. three years full time work experience (relevant to business studies) and Have English language competence to undertake this programme which is taught and assessed in English. Any applicants whose first language is not English may be required to provide evidence of an overall IELTS (Academic) band score of 6.0 (with no score below 5.5 in speaking, reading, writing and listening) or equivalent. Students who have attained the age of 20 years and do not hold the minimum entry requirements for a programme will be eligible to be enrolled as a student where their previous educational, work or life experience indicates they have a reasonable likelihood of success. Students who have not attained the age of 20 years and do not hold the required minimum entry requirements for a programme may also be eligible to enrol in exceptional circumstances. Such decisions will be made by the Faculty Dean. Applicants who meet the requirements for admission are accepted into the programme in the order their applications are received. Three Level 6 courses in your Graduate Diploma and Industry Project Part A SECOND SEMESTER Two Level 7 courses in your Graduate Diploma and Industry Project Part B 19

20 GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN SALES AND MARKETING MN4538 Method of study Qualification Duration Start dates Full-time and Part-time start either semester MIT Graduate Diploma One year full-time or equivalent part-time February and July Credits 120 Cost (2016 Fees) $5900 (approx) per year The Graduate Diploma consists of the following courses: Consumer Behaviour Market Development and Sales Marketing Planning and Control International Marketing Strategic Marketing ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Applicants must meet the following entry requirements: Successfully completed a bachelor s degree in any field excluding the specific graduate diploma field or Successfully completed a 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. three years full time work experience (relevant to business studies) and Have English language competence to undertake this programme which is taught and assessed in English. Any applicants whose first language is not English may be required to provide evidence of an overall IELTS (Academic) band score of 6.0 (with no score below 5.5 in speaking, reading, writing and listening) or equivalent and Students who have attained the age of 20 years and do not hold the minimum entry requirements for a programme will be eligible to be enrolled as a student where their previous educational, work or life experience indicates they have a reasonable likelihood of success. Students who have not attained the age of 20 years and do not hold the required minimum entry requirements for a programme may also be eligible to enrol in exceptional circumstances. Such decisions will be made by the Faculty Dean Industry Project Part A (15 Credits) Industry Project Part B (30 Credits) RECOMMENDED COURSE OF STUDY The recommended study for a full time student is: FIRST SEMESTER Applicants who meet the requirements for admission are accepted into the programme in the order their applications are received. Three Level 6 courses in your Graduate Diploma and Industry Project Part A SECOND SEMESTER Two Level 7 courses in your Graduate Diploma and Industry Project Part B 20

21 GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN OPERATIONS AND PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT MN4539 Method of study Qualification Duration Full-time and part-time start either semester MIT Graduate Diploma One year full-time/or equivalent part-time ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Applicants must meet the following entry requirements: Successfully completed a bachelor s degree in any field excluding the specific graduate diploma field or Start dates February and July Credits 120 Cost (2016 Fees) $5900 (approx) per year The Graduate Diploma consists of the following courses: Project Management Operations Management and one course selected from below: Intermediate Management Accounting Introduction to Finance Industrial Relations Human Resources Successfully completed a 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. three years full time work experience (relevant to business studies). Have English language competence to undertake this programme which is taught and assessed in English. Any applicants whose first language is not English may be required to provide evidence of an overall IELTS (Academic) band score of 6.0 (with no score below 5.5 in speaking, reading, writing and listening) or equivalent and Students who have attained the age of 20 years and do not hold the minimum entry requirements for a programme will be eligible to be enrolled as a student where their previous educational, work or life experience indicates they have a reasonable likelihood of success. Students who have not attained the age of 20 years and do not hold the required minimum entry requirements for a programme may also be eligible to enrol in exceptional circumstances. Such decisions will be made by the Faculty Dean Product Development Resource Integration Management Applicants who meet the requirements for admission are accepted into the programme in the order their applications are received Industry Project Part A (15 Credits) Industry Project Part B (30 Credits) RECOMMENDED COURSE OF STUDY The recommended study for a full time student is: FIRST SEMESTER Three Level 6 courses in your Graduate Diploma and Industry Project Part A SECOND SEMESTER Two Level 7 courses in your Graduate Diploma and Industry Project Part B 21

22 GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION AND CHANGE MN4540 Method of study Full-time start semester 1, 2016 Part-time either semester Qualification Duration Start dates MIT Graduate Diploma One year full-time/or equivalent part-time February and July Credits 120 Cost (2016 Fees) $5900 (approx) per year The Graduate Diploma consists of the following courses: Principles of Leadership Organisational Behaviour Project Management Strategic Management Business Transformation and Change Industry Project Part A (15 Credits) ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Applicants must meet the following entry requirements: Successfully completed a bachelor s degree in any field excluding the specific graduate diploma field or Successfully completed a 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. three years full time work experience (relevant to business studies) and Have English language competence to undertake this programme which is taught and assessed in English. Any applicants whose first language is not English may be required to provide evidence of an overall IELTS (Academic) band score of 6.0 (with no score below 5.5 in speaking, reading, writing and listening) or equivalent. Students who have attained the age of 20 years and do not hold the minimum entry requirements for a programme will be eligible to be enrolled as a studentwhere their previous educational, work or life experience indicates they have a reasonable likelihood of success. Students who have not attained the age of 20 years and do not hold the required minimum entry requirements for a programme may also be eligible to enrol in exceptional circumstances. Such decisions will be made by the Faculty Dean Industry Project Part B (30 Credits) RECOMMENDED COURSE OF STUDY The recommended study for a full time student is: FIRST SEMESTER Applicants who meet the requirements for admission are accepted into the programme in the order their applications are received. Three Level 6 courses in your Graduate Diploma and Industry Project Part A SECOND SEMESTER Two Level 7 courses in your Graduate Diploma and Industry Project Part B 22

23 GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN EVENT MANAGEMENT MN4541 Method of study Full-time start semester 2, 2016 Part-time either semester Qualification Duration Start dates MIT Graduate Diploma One year full-time/or equivalent part-time February and July Credits 120 Cost (2016 Fees) $5900 (approx) per year The Graduate Diploma consists of the following courses: Event Logistics Event Planning and Management Project Management Event Marketing and Sponsorship Event Project Industry Project Part A (15 Credits) ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Applicants must meet the following entry requirements: Successfully completed a bachelor s degree in any field excluding the specific graduate diploma field or Successfully completed a 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. three years full time work experience (relevant to business studies) and Have English language competence to undertake this programme which is taught and assessed in English. Any applicants whose first language is not English may be required to provide evidence of an overall IELTS (Academic) band score of 6.0 (with no score below 5.5 in speaking, reading, writing and listening) or equivalent. Students who have attained the age of 20 years and do not hold the minimum entry requirements for a programme will be eligible to be enrolled as a student where their previous educational, work or life experience indicates they have a reasonable likelihood of success. Students who have not attained the age of 20 years and do not hold the required minimum entry requirements for a programme may also be eligible to enrol in exceptional circumstances. Such decisions will be made by the Faculty Dean Industry Project Part B (30 Credits) RECOMMENDED COURSE OF STUDY The recommended study for a full time student is: FIRST SEMESTER Applicants who meet the requirements for admission are accepted into the programme in the order their applications are received. Three Level 6 courses in your Graduate Diploma and Industry Project Part A SECOND SEMESTER Two Level 7 courses in your Graduate Diploma and Industry Project Part B 23

24 GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN INNOVATION AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP (APPLIES TO CURRENT STUDENTS ONLY) MN4542 Method of study Qualification Duration Full-time and part-time start either semester MIT Graduate Diploma One year full-time/or equivalent part-time ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Applicants must meet the following entry requirements: Successfully completed a bachelor s degree in any field excluding the specific graduate diploma field or Start dates February and July Credits 120 Cost (2016 Fees) $5900 (approx) per year The Graduate Diploma consists of the following courses: Entrepreneurship Innovation and Creativity Strategic Planning for Small Business Managing for Growth Product Development Industry Project Part A (15 Credits) Successfully completed a 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. three years full time work experience (relevant to business studies) and Have English language competence to undertake this programme which is taught and assessed in English. Any applicants whose first language is not English may be required to provide evidence of an overall IELTS (Academic) band score of 6.0 (with no score below 5.5 in speaking, reading, writing and listening) or equivalent. Students who have attained the age of 20 years and do not hold the minimum entry requirements for a programme will be eligible to be enrolled as a student where their previous educational, work or life experience indicates they have a reasonable likelihood of success. Students who have not attained the age of 20 years and do not hold the required minimum entry requirements for a programme may also be eligible to enrol in exceptional circumstances. Such decisions will be made by the Faculty Dean Industry Project Part B (30 Credits) RECOMMENDED COURSE OF STUDY The recommended study for a full time student is: FIRST SEMESTER Applicants who meet the requirements for admission are accepted into the programme in the order their applications are received. Three Level 6 courses in your Graduate Diploma and Industry Project Part A SECOND SEMESTER Two Level 7 courses in your Graduate Diploma and Industry Project Part B 24

25 GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT MN4544 Method of study Full-time or part-time Semester 1, 2016 Part-time start either semester Qualification Duration Start dates MIT Graduate Diploma One year full-time/or equivalent part-time February and July Credits 120 Cost (2016 Fees) $5900 (approx) per year The Graduate Diploma consists of the following courses: Principles of Leadership SPECIALISED ELECTIVE SELECT TWO COURSES FROM THE FOUR BELOW: Introduction to Finance Strategic Planning for Small Business Services Marketing Management Human Resources ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Applicants must meet the following entry requirements: Successfully completed a bachelor s degree in any field excluding the specific graduate diploma field or Successfully completed a 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. three years full time work experience (relevant to business studies) and Have English language competence to undertake this programme which is taught and assessed in English. Any applicants whose first language is not English may be required to provide evidence of an overall IELTS (Academic) band score of 6.0 (with no score below 5.5 in speaking, reading, writing and listening) or equivalent. Students who have attained the age of 20 years and do not hold the minimum entry requirements for a programme will be eligible to be enrolled as a student where their previous educational, work or life experience indicates they have a reasonable likelihood of success. Students who have not attained the age of 20 years and do not hold the required minimum entry requirements for a programme may also be eligible to enrol in exceptional circumstances. Such decisions will be made by the Faculty Dean Strategic Management Applicants who meet the requirements for admission are accepted into the programme in the order their applications are received Industry Project Part A (15 Credits) Industry Project Part B (30 Credits) SPECIALISED ELECTIVE SELECT ONE COURSE FROM THE THREE BELOW: Advanced Human Resource Management Business Transformation and Change Business and Society RECOMMENDED COURSE OF STUDY The recommended study for a full time student is: FIRST SEMESTER Three Level 6 courses in your Graduate Diploma and Industry Project Part A SECOND SEMESTER Two Level 7 courses in your Graduate Diploma and Industry Project Part B 25

26 GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN COMMUNICATION MANAGEMENT MN4549 Method of study Qualification Duration Full-time and Part-time start semester 2, 2016 MIT Graduate Diploma One year full-time/or equivalent part-time ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Applicants must meet the following entry requirements: Successfully completed a bachelor s degree in any field excluding the specific graduate diploma field or Start dates February and July Credits 120 Cost (2016 Fees) $5900 (approx) per year The Graduate Diploma consists of the following courses: Organisational Communication Organisational Writing Digital Media Communication External Communication Management Internal Communication Management Industry Project Part A (15 Credits) Successfully completed a 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. three years full time work experience (relevant to business studies) and Have English language competence to undertake this programme which is taught and assessed in English. Any applicants whose first language is not English may be required to provide evidence of an overall IELTS (Academic) band score of 6.0 (with no score below 5.5 in speaking, reading, writing and listening) or equivalent. Students who have attained the age of 20 years and do not hold the minimum entry requirements for a programme will be eligible to be enrolled as a student where their previous educational, work or life experience indicates they have a reasonable likelihood of success. Students who have not attained the age of 20 years and do not hold the required minimum entry requirements for a programme may also be eligible to enrol in exceptional circumstances. Such decisions will be made by the Faculty Dean Industry Project Part B (30 Credits) RECOMMENDED COURSE OF STUDY The recommended study for a full time student is: FIRST SEMESTER Applicants who meet the requirements for admission are accepted into the programme in the order their applications are received. Three Level 6 courses in your Graduate Diploma and Industry Project Part A SECOND SEMESTER Two Level 7 courses in your Graduate Diploma and Industry Project Part B 26

27 GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN TOURISM MANAGEMENT MN4553 Method of study Qualification Duration Full-time and/or Part-time start Semester 2, 2016 only MIT Graduate Diploma One year full-time/or equivalent part-time ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Applicants must meet the following entry requirements: Successfully completed a bachelor s degree in any field excluding the specific graduate diploma field or Start dates February and July Credits 120 Cost (2016 Fees) $5900 (approx) per year The Graduate Diploma consists of the following courses: - THREE OF Tourism Multimedia Tourism Industry and Enterprises Sustainable Tourism Practices Accommodation Services Management Contemporary Issues in the Tourism Industry Destination Management Successfully completed a 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. three years full time work experience (relevant to business studies) and Have English language competence to undertake this programme which is taught and assessed in English. Any applicants whose first language is not English may be required to provide evidence of an overall IELTS (Academic) band score of 6.0 (with no score below 5.5 in speaking, reading, writing and listening) or equivalent. Students who have attained the age of 20 years and do not hold the minimum entry requirements for a programme will be eligible to be enrolled as a student where their previous educational, work or life experience indicates they have a reasonable likelihood of success. Students who have not attained the age of 20 years and do not hold the required minimum entry requirements for a programme may also be eligible to enrol in exceptional circumstances. Such decisions will be made by the Faculty Dean Industry Project Part A (15 Credits) Industry Project Part B (30 Credits) Applicants who meet the requirements for admission are accepted into the programme in the order their applications are received. 27

28 GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT MN4554 Method of study Full-time start Semester 1, 2016 Part-time start either semester Qualification Duration Start dates MIT Graduate Diploma One year full-time/or equivalent part-time February and July Credits 120 Cost (2016 Fees) $5900 (approx) per year The Graduate Diploma consists of the following courses: Food and Beverage Operations Front Office Operations Management And one of Strategic Planning for Small Business Event Logistics Organisational Behaviour Project Management ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Applicants must meet the following entry requirements: Successfully completed a bachelor s degree in any field excluding the specific graduate diploma field or Successfully completed a 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. three years full time work experience (relevant to business studies) and Have English language competence to undertake this programme which is taught and assessed in English. Any applicants whose first language is not English may be required to provide evidence of an overall IELTS (Academic) band score of 6.0 (with no score below 5.5 in speaking, reading, writing and listening) or equivalent. Students who have attained the age of 20 years and do not hold the minimum entry requirements for a programme will be eligible to be enrolled as a student where their previous educational, work or life experience indicates they have a reasonable likelihood of success. Students who have not attained the age of 20 years and do not hold the required minimum entry requirements for a programme may also be eligible to enrol in exceptional circumstances. Such decisions will be made by the Faculty Dean Accommodation Facilities Management Food and Beverage Management Industry Project Part A (15 Credits) Applicants who meet the requirements for admission are accepted into the programme in the order their applications are received Industry Project Part B (30 Credits) 28

29 GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN PROJECT MANAGEMENT MN4555 Method of study Qualification Duration Full-time and part-time start either semester MIT Graduate Diploma One year full-time/or equivalent part-time ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Applicants must meet the following entry requirements: Successfully completed a bachelor s degree in any field excluding the specific graduate diploma field or Start dates February and July Credits 120 Cost (2016 Fees) $5900 (approx) per year The Graduate Diploma consists of the following courses: Introduction to Finance Project Management Operations Management Advanced Project Management Resource Integration Management Industry Project Part A (15 Credits) Successfully completed a 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. three years full time work experience (relevant to business studies) and Have English language competence to undertake this programme which is taught and assessed in English. Any applicants whose first language is not English may be required to provide evidence of an overall IELTS (Academic) band score of 6.0 (with no score below 5.5 in speaking, reading, writing and listening) or equivalent. Students who have attained the age of 20 years and do not hold the minimum entry requirements for a programme will be eligible to be enrolled as a student where their previous educational, work or life experience indicates they have a reasonable likelihood of success. Students who have not attained the age of 20 years and do not hold the required minimum entry requirements for a programme may also be eligible to enrol in exceptional circumstances. Such decisions will be made by the Faculty Dean Industry Project Part B (30 Credits) Applicants who meet the requirements for admission are accepted into the programme in the order their applications are received. 29

30 GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN APPLIED MANAGEMENT» MN4556 Method of study Qualification Duration Start dates Full-time and part-time start either semester MIT Graduate Diploma One year full-time/or equivalent part-time February and July Credits 120 Cost (2016 Fees) $5900 (approx) per year The Graduate Diploma consists of the following courses: SELECT THREE COURSES FROM THE LIST BELOW Intermediate Financial Accounting Intermediate Management Accounting Taxation in NZ Introduction to Finance Entrepreneurship Innovation and Creativity Strategic Planning for Small Business Event Logistics Event Planning and Management Arts Management Concepts Services Marketing Management Principles of Leadership Industrial Relations Human Resources Organisational Behaviour Project Management Operations Management Food and Beverage Operations SELECT TWO COURSES FROM THE LIST BELOW (PROVIDING PRE-REQUISTES ARE MET) Creative Industries Advanced Financial Accounting Advanced Management Accounting Managing for Growth Product Development Event Marketing and Sponsorship Event Project Strategic Management Advanced Human Resource Management Contemporary Issues in Human Resource Management Business Transformation and Change Resource Integration Management Business and Society Accommodation Facilities Management Food and Beverage Management Advanced Project Management International Marketing Strategic Marketing Contemporary Issues in the Tourism Industry Destination Management Arts Practices AND Industry Project Part A (15 Credits) Industry Project Part B (30 Credits) Front Office Operations Management Consumer Behaviour Market Development and Sales Marketing Planning and Control Tourism Multimedia Tourism Industry and Enterprises Sustainable Tourism Practices Accommodation Services Management» Your choice of courses will be subject to Programme Leader approval Not all courses are offered every semester 30

31 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Applicants must meet the following entry requirements: Successfully completed a bachelor s degree in any field excluding the specific graduate diploma field or Successfully completed a 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. three years full time work experience (relevant to business studies) and Have English language competence to undertake this programme which is taught and assessed in English. Any applicants whose first language is not English may be required to provide evidence of an overall IELTS (Academic) band score of 6.0 (with no score below 5.5 in speaking, reading, writing and listening) or equivalent. Students who have attained the age of 20 years and do not hold the minimum entry requirements for a programme will be eligible to be enrolled as a student where their previous educational, work or life experience indicates they have a reasonable likelihood of success. Students who have not attained the age of 20 years and do not hold the required minimum entry requirements for a programme may also be eligible to enrol in exceptional circumstances. Such decisions will be made by the Faculty Dean. Applicants who meet the requirements for admission are accepted into the programme in the order their applications are received. 31

32 GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN ARTS MANAGEMENT MN4557 Method of study Qualification Duration Full-time (semester 2, 2016 start) part-time start either semester MIT Graduate Diploma One year full-time/or equivalent part-time ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Applicants must meet the following entry requirements: Successfully completed a bachelor s degree in any field excluding the specific graduate diploma field or Start dates February and July Credits 120 Cost (2016 Fees) $5900 (approx) per year The Graduate Diploma consists of the following courses: Arts Management Concepts Project Management And one of Event Planning and Management Digital Media Communication Organisational Writing Creative Industries Arts Practices Industry Project Part A (15 Credits) Successfully completed a 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. three years full time work experience (relevant to business studies) and Have English language competence to undertake this programme which is taught and assessed in English. Any applicants whose first language is not English may be required to provide evidence of an overall IELTS (Academic) band score of 6.0 (with no score below 5.5 in speaking, reading, writing and listening) or equivalent. Students who have attained the age of 20 years and do not hold the minimum entry requirements for a programme will be eligible to be enrolled as a student where their previous educational, work or life experience indicates they have a reasonable likelihood of success. Students who have not attained the age of 20 years and do not hold the required minimum entry requirements for a programme may also be eligible to enrol in exceptional circumstances. Such decisions will be made by the Faculty Dean. Applicants who meet the requirements for admission are accepted into the programme in the order their applications are received Industry Project Part B (30 Credits) 32

33 PRE-REQUISITE COURSE TABLE If your chosen course is not listed here, it does not have a pre-requisite. If you do not have the pre-requisite but have equivalent knowledge and skills, the pre-requisite may be waived. See your Programme Leader. Pre-requisites for the Level 6 courses are waived for Graduate Diplomas. The pre-requisite skills and knowledge are assessed in the entry criteria. COURSE TITLE PRE-REQUISITES Accounting Practices Introduction to Accounting Organisational Communication Professional Communication Organisational Writing Professional Communication Digital Media Communication Professional Communication Intermediate Financial Accounting Introduction to Accounting AND Accounting Practices Intermediate Management Accounting Introduction to Accounting AND Accounting Practices Taxation in NZ Introduction to Accounting Introduction to Finance Introduction to Accounting Auditing and Assurance Introduction to Accounting AND Accounting Practices The Law of Business Entities Commercial Law Management Research Methodology Student must complete and pass at least four level 6 courses Event Logistics Management Co-requisite Event Planning and Management Event Planning and Management Management Services Marketing Management Introduction to Marketing Principles of Leadership Management Industrial Relations Management Human Resources Management Consumer Behaviour Introduction to Marketing Market Development and Sales Introduction to Marketing Marketing Planning and Control Introduction to Marketing Accounting Information Systems Introduction to Accounting AND Accounting Practices AND Business Computing External Communication Management Student must complete and pass at least two level 6 courses related to their major Internal Communication Management Student must complete and pass at least two level 6 courses related to their major Creative Industries Project Management Arts Management Concepts Advanced Financial Accounting Intermediate Financial Accounting Advanced Management Accounting Intermediate Management Accounting Co-operative Education Project Research Methodology Managing for Growth Entrepreneurship 33

34 COURSE TITLE PRE-REQUISITES Product Development Student must complete and pass at least two level 6 courses related to their major Event Marketing and Sponsorship Introduction to Marketing Event Project Student must complete and pass at least two level 6 courses related to their major Strategic Management Student must complete and pass at least two level 6 courses related to their major Special Topic Student must complete and pass at least two level 6 courses related to their major Industry Project Student must complete and pass at least two level 6 courses related to their major Advanced Project Management Project Management Advanced Human Resource Management Two of the following: Industrial Relations Human Resources Organisational Behaviour Contemporary Issues in the Two of the following: Human Resource Management Industrial Relations Human Resources Organisational Behaviour Business Transformation and Change AND Principles of Leadership Resource Integration Management Student must complete and pass at least two level 6 courses related to their major Business and Society Two of the following: Principles of Leadership Strategic Planning for small Business Services Marketing Management Accommodation Facilities Management Food and Beverage Operations AND Front Office Operations Management Food and Beverage Management Food and Beverage Operations AND Front Office Operations Management International Marketing Two of the following: Consumer Behaviour Market Development and Sales Marketing Planning and Control Strategic Marketing Two of the following: Consumer Behaviour Market Development and Sales Marketing Planning and Control Contemporary Issues in the Tourism Industry Two of the following: Tourism Multimedia Tourism Industry and Enterprises Sustainable Tourism Practices Accommodation Services Management Destination Management Two of the following: Tourism Multimedia Tourism Industry and Enterprises Sustainable Tourism Practice Accommodation Services Management Arts Practices Project Management Arts Management Concepts 34

35 COURSE SUMMARIES LEVEL Business Statistical Analysis Gain a practical understanding of data analysis, spreadsheets, and how to present this data meaningfully in the form of graphs Professional Communication Study oral and written communication skills and interpersonal communication skills in the New Zealand business context Introduction to Accounting Learn the basics of accounting in a New Zealand business context; create and understand financial statements; and analyse business performance for small companies Accounting Practices Learn essential accounting practices, including processing GST transactions, accounts payable, accounts receivable and using MYOB accounting software Commercial Law Learn the fundamentals of the legal system as it relates to business, including liability, contract law and consumer rights Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability Develop an understanding of New Zealand s diverse cultural and commercial history, and how its cultural heritage relates to business today Management Learn techniques for effective management, including organisational analysis, problem solving, motivation and leadership, ethics and social responsibility Introduction to Marketing Gain a basic understanding of the theory and practice of marketing, including market analysis, segmentation and consumer behaviour Economics Develop an understanding of elements of economic theory and how they relate to contemporary business issues, including exchange rates, international trade, and the relationship between market economics and regulation Business Computing Understand the various ways in which information technology can be used to meet business requirements, including ethical issues and application skills Organisational Communication To enable students to develop an understanding of the context and application of organisational communication Organisational Writing To enable students to understand the role of professional writing and develop writing skills and strategies to inform, instruct and persuade internal and external audiences Digital Media Communication To enable students to use, analyse and evaluate emerging technology tools and techniques for a range of business and organisational purposes including knowledge management Intermediate Financial Accounting Gain an understanding of the regulatory and technical aspects of financial accounting, including the formation of new companies, analysis of financial reporting, and contemporary issues in accounting Intermediate Management Accounting Build on the skills learnt in the Introduction to Accounting course, learning how to analyse and present management-accounting information to help an organisation make effective business decisions Taxation in NZ Study the principles of accounting in the context of taxation and apply that knowledge of taxation rules to New Zealand businesses in a range of situations Introduction to Finance Gain a practical understanding of financial management, capital budgeting techniques, asset management and analysis of shortterm and long-term financing alternatives Auditing and Assurance Learn about auditing and assurance processes, audit standards and frameworks, and current issues of auditing research The Law of Business Entities Learn about, and demonstrate an understanding of, the legal requirements for the creation, operation and ending of different kinds of business entities. Build on the skills learnt in the Management course by proposing, developing and executing a project that meets the needs of a specific business problem Research Methodology Train in the key analytical tools used in business and how they affect management decision-making. You will learn to apply research methodologies to identify and solve a practical businessrelated problem Entrepreneurship Gain an understanding of the theory and practice of entrepreneurship including; how entrepreneurship relates to economic health, strategies for identifying and leveraging opportunities and risk analysis and minimisation. 35

36 Innovation and Creativity Learn about the role of creativity and innovation within the business environment and gain practical tools to aid in the creative process and identify opportunities for innovation within an organisation Strategic Planning for Small Businesses In the context of developing a strategic plan for a small business in New Zealand, gain analytic, research and presentation skills necessary to be a strategic planner for a small business Event Logistics Grow your event-management skills with a range of strategic tools and processes for managing the logistical requirements of events, including legal and health and safety requirements Event Planning and Management Build on the skills learnt in the Management course by applying project-management techniques specifically in the context of event and conference planning Services Marketing Management Learn about the roles, functions and applications of services marketing management in a New Zealand business context, exploring the key resources, skills, techniques and ethics required to operate successfully in a range of service environments Principles of Leadership Assess your own current leadership potential, learn how to develop that potential and gain an understanding of the principles and practices of effective leadership in a business context Arts Management Concepts Develop knowledge of theories, principles and practices of applied art management. Students will develop knowledge of the market, landscape and culture of applied arts management in local, national and international settings Industrial Relations Learn about industrial relations, the relationship between industrial relationships and government regulation, employment agreements and legal rights Human Resources Learn the essentials of human resources, understanding its role within an organisation, from recruitment and induction to performance management and health and safety legislation Organisational Behaviour Learn how individuals, groups and structures influence the behaviour of people within organisations; develop an analytical awareness of your own personal and interpersonal behaviour; and gain a fundamental understanding of psychology as it relates to organisations and groups Project Management Gain a practical understanding of project management, how to develop a project plan, optimise project efficiency, and monitor the progress of a project as it is rolled out Operations Management Learn how to analyse operational systems, how people and resources work together in producing outputs and understand how an operation contributes to the broader management environment Food and Beverage Operations Students will gain knowledge and skills appropriate to the operations management of food and beverage outlets domestically and internationally Front Office Operations Management Students will acquire knowledge, understanding and competence relating to the provision of, and standards relating to, international front office services to ensure efficient and effective operation of accommodation enterprises Consumer Behaviour Learn how to identify and analyse target markets, create appropriate positioning strategies and design suitable marketing communications strategies for the target market Market Development and Sales Develop a practical understanding of personal selling, how it is used to build relationships with customers and where it fits in the broader marketing strategy of an organisation Marketing Planning and Control Build on the skills learnt in the Introduction to Marketing course by learning how to develop an operational marketing plan for a market or business and present a practical demonstration of those skills Tourism Multimedia Students will gain an appreciation of the influence multimedia, and in particular social media, has on the marketing and selling of tourism products and destinations. Students will also have the opportunity to create multimedia product and content, for use in a tourism enterprise Tourism Industry and Enterprises Students will gain an understanding of the historical development of tourism. They will analyse and examine its structure and the components which make up the tourism industry nationally and internationally. They will look at tourism enterprises from an operational perspective and the strategies which drive their success in this dynamic business environment Sustainable Tourism Practices To provide students with an awareness and understanding of the benefits of adopting environmentally, economically sustainable practices which are also socially and culturally sustainable for all tourism sectors Accommodations Services Management Students will gain an understanding of management and operational concepts for the sustainable operation of accommodation organisations Accounting Information Systems Learn to design, implement and maintain accounting information systems; gain skills in spreadsheets, databases and accounting packages; and learn to create meaningful reports and flowcharts. 36

37 External Communication Management To enable students to acquire skills for meeting an organisation s external communication needs including research, planning and implementation in a range of situations Internal Communication Management To enable students to acquire skills for meeting an organisation s internal communication needs including research, planning and implementation in a range of situations Creative Industries To enable students to develop knowledge of theories, principles and practices of the creative industries and apply these to a range of professional concepts Advanced Financial Accounting Gain the skills necessary to operate in New Zealand s financialreporting environment, preparing and presenting complex financial statements in the context of accepted modern accounting practice Advanced Management Accounting Build on the skills learnt in Intermediate Management Accounting, learning advanced techniques to provide and evaluate accounting information, how it affects behaviour and how it contributes to strategic decision-making Co-operative Education Project (equivalent to four courses) As part of the final year of your Bachelor of Applied Management, you will work hands-on within a real business environment applying your learning. During this time you will also complete a significant research project for your host organisation, overseen by an MIT lecturer. This experience will ensure you graduate with both a qualification and practical experience. NOTE - If you are studying part-time while working, you can incorporate your Co-operative Education Project into your existing place of employment Managing for Growth Learn about the stages of business growth, how to plan for sustainable growth of a business and what tools and techniques are best applied at different stages of a business s growth Product Development Gain a practical understanding of the stages of New Product/ Service Development (NPD), tools and techniques to apply at the different stages; and demonstrate your skills by designing a customised NPD process Event Marketing and Sponsorship Learn how to apply current theory and practice in analysing, planning, monitoring, evaluating and controlling the marketing and sponsorship of events Event Project In this practical component of your studies, you will plan, create and manage a real event for a local New Zealand business, applying and demonstrating all of the event- management skills you have acquired Strategic Management Learn how to improve organisational effectiveness through the application of strategic management and management processes, including a systematic set of strategic goals, plans and actions. You will also learn how to evaluate the effectiveness of implementing these measures Industry Project (equivalent to three courses) As part of your Graduate Diploma or in the final year of your Bachelor of Applied Management (Accounting Majors only) you will work hands-on within a real business environment applying your learning. During this time you will complete a significant research project for your host organisation, overseen by an MIT lecturer. This experience will ensure you graduate with both a qualification and practical experience. NOTE - If you are studying part-time while working, you can incorporate your Industry Project into your existing place of employment Advanced Project Management This course will enable the student to learn the principles of the project management body of knowledge and cover the content of the Project Management Institute PMBOK and its application and evaluation to the workplace Advanced Human Resource Management Develop a practical understanding of how to integrate humanresource strategy with business-planning strategy, including planning a Human Resource Audit to evaluate the effectiveness of human-resource management practices Contemporary Issues in the Human Resource Management Critically examine contemporary issues in human-resource management both within New Zealand and overseas, evaluating their impact on the human- resources professional and their function within organisations Business Transformation and Change Gain insight into the challenges and opportunities presented by introducing strategic change in organisations, examining the forces of change in today s business environment including deregulation, privatisation, globalisation and other factors Resource Integration Management Understand supply-chain management, business-facility layout and modification, engineering economics and how these disciplines integrate in various elements of practical business operation. 37

38 Business and Society Gain comprehensive skills in the implementation of business strategy that integrates corporate citizenship and its social and economic value. You will develop an understanding of ethical issues in business, covering a range of sociological concepts in a business context Accommodation Facilities Management Students will acquire knowledge, skills and techniques (applicable to a range of types and sizes of hospitality operation in both domestic and international contexts) which will enable the demonstration of competencies related to the management and maintenance of premises and accommodation services Food and Beverage Management To provide students with an appreciation of the management decisions fundamental to the successful operation of an existing and/or the establishment of a new, food and beverage enterprise International Marketing Gain an understanding of the opportunities and threats facing marketers in a global context, including understanding cultural issues and communicating effectively with different audiences throughout the world Strategic Marketing Learn how to think strategically about marketing situations, employing techniques to analyse markets and businesses from a strategic perspective and develop appropriate strategies to minimise risks and leverage opportunities Contemporary Issues in the Tourism Industry The student will be able to critically examine contemporary issues in human resource management locally nationally and internationally. Once identified the issues will be evaluated for their impact on the human resource professional and the human resource function within organisations. The issues researched and analysed will reflect the dynamic nature of the current HRM environment Destination Management Students will demonstrate an understanding of the multifaceted and complex, strategies and practices involved with the management of a sustainable tourist destination Arts Practices Employing practical research, this paper requires students to thoroughly investigate the contexts and potential of an individual creative practitioner, a project, event or organisation. 38

39 BRING YOUR OWN DEVICE If you currently own a laptop that has the minimum specs or above, you can use it at MIT Manukau. The minimum specs are; Laptop A 10 inch screen or larger 4GB RAM 50GB free space minimum Windows v7.0 or higher (XP will not work) Apple Mac 10.6 (Leopard) or higher Wireless capable CPU meets vendor OS minimum requirements. (Please note for IT students CPU must be i5 or equivalent). If you do not currently own a device or are thinking of buying a new device, we recommend a laptop with the following specifications, or better, to future proof your needs and ensure a great experience; Windows 7 or 8, Android v3 or above or an equivalent 32/64 bit operating system i3 dual core or equivalent processor (i5 or equivalent if you are an IT student) 4GB RAM 320GB or greater hard drive Wi-fi capable At least a 13 inch screen Up-to-date antivirus software GRADE TABLE FOR DEGREES AND GRADUATE DIPLOMAS PASS GRADES A A A B B B C C C AP CP FAIL GRADES Aegrotat Pass Conceded Pass D E Below 40 F NC FCW Failed compulsory assessment Did not complete the course Failed Course Work 39

40 STUDYLINK EFTS IN RELATION TO YOUR STUDENT LOAN As a guideline: To be considered as a full time student by Studylink a student enrolled into programmes in this enrolment guide requires: A minimum of seven 15 credit courses, enrolled in one calendar year Please note a full time student would usually enrol in 4 courses each semester To be considered as a part time student by Studylink a student enrolled into programmes in this enrolment guide requires: A minimum of two 15 credit courses, enrolled in one calendar year To be considered for a student loan by Studylink (subject to any other Studylink eligibility requirements) a student must be enrolled in at least enough courses to satisfy the part-time eligibility requirements above. Studylink require you to be enrolled in a certain value of EFTS. EFTS stands for Equivalent Full-time Student. It measures the amount of study or workload involved in a course and is used to calculate if you are studying full-time or part-time. Please refer to T3 timetable to calculate the total number of EFTS you are enrolled in. To confirm your eligibility for Student Loan and Allowances we recommend that you consult Studylink, visit or call them on NOTE: Every effort is made to ensure that this Programme Guide is correct at the time of printing. However the Faculty of Business and Information Technology reserves the right to make any changes that may be necessary. 40