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 http://www.manukau.ac.nz/fobitguide. 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 975 4633 nancy.jones@manukau.ac.nz If you require information about the progress of your enrolment contact: Pawan Pathela Programme Co-ordinator 975 4649 pawan.pathela@manukau.ac.nz Sandy Barnett Programme Leader 975 4606 sandy.barnett@manukau.ac.nz 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 94 006, Auckland 2241 09 975 4564 manukau.ac.nz facultyofbusinessandit@manukau.ac.nz PROGRAMME GUIDE 3 2016_V4.0
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
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
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 5 181.519 Professional Communication 311.537 Introduction to Accounting 323.510 Commercial Law 351.515 Introduction to Marketing 341.571 Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability 341.576 Management 371.514 Economics 561.589 Business Computing 341.736 Co-operative Education Project or 341.752 Industry Project AND NZICA/CPA major only 143.505 Business Statistical Analysis 311.538 Accounting Practices 341.629 Research Methodology 341.736 Co-operative Education Project * (60 credits) or 341.752 Industry Project * (45 credits) (NZICA/CPA Pathway or Accounting major with a double major) * This course should be taken in your last semester 4
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 6-14. N.B. Please check timetable (T3) to see which courses in your major(s) are available in which semester. SEMESTER ONE 181.519 Professional Communication 341.571 Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability 561.589 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)). 311.537 Introduction to Accounting 341.576 Management 351.515 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 341.629 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 341.629 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 323.510 Commercial Law 371.514 Economics 311.538 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: 311.537 Introduction to Accounting Double Major and Two Level 7 courses in major 2 and One Level 6 in major 1 SEMESTER SIX 341.736 Co-operative Education Project (60 credits) 341.576 Management 351.515 Introduction to Marketing 341.736 Co-operative Education Project or 341.752 Industry Project 5
MAJOR IN ACCOUNTING: NZICA/CPA PATHWAY RECOMMENDED COURSE OF STUDY SEMESTER ONE 181.519 Professional Communication 341.571 Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability 561.589 Business Computing 311.537 Introduction to Accounting SEMESTER FIVE and Two of the Level 6 courses not completed above and ONE OF: 311.728 Advanced Financial Accounting 311.729 Advanced Management Accounting SEMESTER TWO 323.510 Commercial Law 371.514 Economics 311.538 Accounting Practices SEMESTER SIX 341.752 Industry Project (45 credits) and one of the courses not completed of: 311.728 Advanced Financial Accounting 311.729 Advanced Management Accounting and one course that you have not already enrolled in from the following list: 341.576 Management 341.736 Co-operative Education Project or 341.752 Industry Project 351.515 Introduction to Marketing 143.505 Business Statistical Analysis SEMESTER THREE 143.505 Business Statistical Analysis and One Level 5 not completed 311.646 Intermediate Financial Accounting 311.647 Intermediate Management Accounting SEMESTER FOUR 341.629 Research Methodology and THREE OF : 311.648 Taxation in NZ 311.650 Introduction to Finance 311.651 Auditing and Assurance 323.607 The Law of Business Entities 578.605 Accounting Information Systems 6
MAJOR IN ACCOUNTING: NZICA/CPA PATHWAY MAJOR IN ACCOUNTING: NON NZICA/CPA PATHWAY LEVEL 5 143.505 Business Statistical Analysis 181.519 Professional Communication 311.537 Introduction to Accounting 311.538 Accounting Practices 323.510 Commercial Law 341.571 Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability 341.576 Management 351.515 Introduction to Marketing 371.514 Economics LEVEL 5 181.519 Professional Communication 311.537 Introduction to Accounting 311.538 Accounting Practices 323.510 Commercial Law 341.571 Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability 341.576 Management 351.515 Introduction to Marketing 371.514 Economics 561.589 Business Computing 561.589 Business Computing CORE COURSES: 341.736 Co-operative Education Project or 341.752 Industry Project 341.629 Research Methodology + + COURSES IN THIS MAJOR: 311.646 Intermediate Financial Accounting 311.647 Intermediate Management Accounting 311.648 Taxation in NZ 311.650 Introduction to Finance 311.651 Auditing and Assurance 323.607 The Law of Business Entities 578.605 Accounting Information Systems CORE COURSE: 341.752 Industry Project* (45 Credits) COURSES IN THIS MAJOR: 311.728 Advanced Financial Accounting CORE COURSES: 341.736 Co-operative Education Project or 341.752 Industry Project 341.629 Research Methodology + + COURSES IN THIS MAJOR: 311.646 Intermediate Financial Accounting 311.647 Intermediate Management Accounting 311.648 Taxation in NZ 311.728 Advanced Financial Accounting 311.729 Advanced Management Accounting AND 341.736 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. 311.729 Advanced Management Accounting Due to the structure of the NZICA/CPA pathway, elective courses or a second Major are not possible. 7
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT MAJOR COMMUNICATION MANAGEMENT MAJOR LEVEL 5 181.519 Professional Communication 311.537 Introduction to Accounting 323.510 Commercial Law 341.571 Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability 341.576 Management 351.515 Introduction to Marketing 371.514 Economics 561.589 Business Computing LEVEL 5 181.519 Professional Communication 311.537 Introduction to Accounting 323.510 Commercial Law 341.571 Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability 341.576 Management 351.515 Introduction to Marketing 371.514 Economics 561.589 Business Computing CORE COURSES: 341.736 Co-operative Education Project or 341.752 Industry Project 341.629 Research Methodology + + COURSES IN THIS MAJOR: 342.619 Industrial Relations 342.620 Human Resources 342.621 Organisational Behaviour CORE COURSES: 341.736 Co-operative Education Project or 341.752 Industry Project 341.629 Research Methodology + + COURSES IN THIS MAJOR: 183.606 Organisational Communication 183.607 Organisational Writing 184.608 Digital Media Communication 342.720 Advanced Human Resource Management 342.721 Contemporary Issues in Human Resource Management 341.736 Co-operative Education Project * (60 Credits) * This course should be taken in your last semester 183.707 External Communication Management 183.708 Internal Communication Management 341.736 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
SALES AND MARKETING MAJOR OPERATIONS AND PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT MAJOR LEVEL 5 181.519 Professional Communication 311.537 Introduction to Accounting 323.510 Commercial Law 341.571 Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability 341.576 Management 351.515 Introduction to Marketing 371.514 Economics 561.589 Business Computing LEVEL 5 181.519 Professional Communication 311.537 Introduction to Accounting 323.510 Commercial Law 341.571 Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability 341.576 Management 351.515 Introduction to Marketing 371.514 Economics 561.589 Business Computing CORE COURSES: 341.736 Co-operative Education Project or 341.752 Industry Project 341.629 Research Methodology + + COURSES IN THIS MAJOR: 351.630 Consumer Behaviour 351.631 Market Development and Sales CORE COURSES: 341.736 Co-operative Education Project or 341.752 Industry Project 341.629 Research Methodology + + COURSES IN THIS MAJOR: 343.607 Project Management 343.611 Operations Management 351.632 Marketing Planning and Control SPECIALISED ELECTIVE 351.725 International Marketing 351.726 Strategic Marketing 341.736 Co-operative Education Project * (60 Credits) * This course should be taken in your last semester SELECT ONE COURSE FROM THE FOUR BELOW: 311.647 Intermediate Management Accounting 311.650 Introduction to Finance 342.619 Industrial Relations 342.620 Human Resources 341.738 Product Development 343.705 Resource Integration Management 341.736 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
BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION AND CHANGE MAJOR EVENT MANAGEMENT MAJOR LEVEL 5 181.519 Professional Communication 311.537 Introduction to Accounting 323.510 Commercial Law 341.571 Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability 341.576 Management 351.515 Introduction to Marketing 371.514 Economics 561.589 Business Computing LEVEL 5 181.519 Professional Communication 311.537 Introduction to Accounting 323.510 Commercial Law 341.571 Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability 341.576 Management 351.515 Introduction to Marketing 371.514 Economics 561.589 Business Computing CORE COURSES: 341.736 Co-operative Education Project or 341.752 Industry Project 341.629 Research Methodology + + COURSES IN THIS MAJOR: 343.607 Project Management 341.650 Principles of Leadership 342.621 Organisational Behaviour CORE COURSES: 341.736 Co-operative Education Project or 341.752 Industry Project 341.629 Research Methodology + + COURSES IN THIS MAJOR: 341.637 Event Logistics 341.638 Event Planning and Management 343.607 Project Management 341.744 Strategic Management 343.703 Business Transformation and Change 341.736 Co-operative Education Project * (60 Credits) * This course should be taken in your last semester 341.741 Event Marketing and Sponsorship 341.742 Event Project 341.736 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
INNOVATION AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP MAJOR (APPLIES TO CURRENT STUDENTS ONLY) LEVEL 5 181.519 Professional Communication 311.537 Introduction to Accounting 323.510 Commercial Law 341.571 Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability 341.576 Management 351.515 Introduction to Marketing 371.514 Economics 561.589 Business Computing CORE COURSES: 341.736 Co-operative Education Project or 341.752 Industry Project 341.629 Research Methodology + + COURSES IN THIS MAJOR: 341.630 Entrepreneurship 341.631 Innovation and Creativity 341.632 Strategic Planning for Small Business 341.737 Managing for Growth 341.738 Product Development 341.736 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
STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT MAJOR LEVEL 5 181.519 Professional Communication 311.537 Introduction to Accounting 323.510 Commercial Law 341.571 Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability 341.576 Management 351.515 Introduction to Marketing 371.514 Economics 561.589 Business Computing 341.744 Strategic Management 341.736 Co-operative Education Project * (60 Credits) * This course should be taken in your last semester SPECIALISED ELECTIVE SELECT ONE COURSE FROM THE THREE BELOW: 343.706 Business and Society 342.720 Advanced Human Resource Management 343.703 Business Transformation and Change CORE COURSES: 341.736 Co-operative Education Project or 341.752 Industry Project 341.629 Research Methodology + + COURSES IN THIS MAJOR: 341.650 Principles of Leadership SPECIALISED ELECTIVE SELECT TWO COURSES FROM THE FOUR BELOW: 341.632 Strategic Planning for Small Business 341.644 Services Marketing Management 342.644 Human Resources 311.650 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
TOURISM MANAGEMENT MAJOR HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT MAJOR LEVEL 5 181.519 Professional Communication 311.537 Introduction to Accounting 323.510 Commercial Law 341.571 Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability 341.576 Management 351.515 Introduction to Marketing 371.514 Economics 561.589 Business Computing LEVEL 5 181.519 Professional Communication 311.537 Introduction to Accounting 323.510 Commercial Law 341.571 Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability 341.576 Management 351.515 Introduction to Marketing 371.514 Economics 561.589 Business Computing CORE COURSES: 341.736 Co-operative Education Project or 341.752 Industry Project 341.629 Research Methodology + + C COURSES IN THIS MAJOR: SELECT THREE COURSES FROM THE FOUR BELOW: 445.604 Tourism Multimedia 445.606 Tourism Industry and Enterprises 445.607 Sustainable Tourism Practices 445.608 Accommodation Services Management 445.701 Contemporary Issues in the Tourism Industry 445.703 Destination Management 341.736 Co-operative Education Project * (60 Credits) * This course should be taken in your last semester CORE COURSES: 341.736 Co-operative Education Project or 341.752 Industry Project 341.629 Research Methodology + + C COURSES IN THIS MAJOR: 343.613 Food and Beverage Operations 343.614 Front Office Operations Management And one of 341.632 Strategic Planning for Small Businesses 341.637 Event Logistics 342.621 Organisational Behaviour 343.607 Project Management 343.707 Accommodation Facilities Management 343.708 Food and Beverage Management 341.736 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
PROJECT MANAGEMENT MAJOR LEVEL 5 181.519 Professional Communication 311.537 Introduction to Accounting 323.510 Commercial Law 341.571 Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability 341.576 Management 351.515 Introduction to Marketing 371.514 Economics 561.589 Business Computing CORE COURSES: 341.736 Co-operative Education Project or 341.752 Industry Project 341.629 Research Methodology + + COURSES IN THIS MAJOR: 311.650 Introduction to Finance 343.607 Project Management 343.611 Operations Management 341.757 Advanced Project Management 341.736 Co-operative Education Project * (60 Credits) * This course should be taken in your last semester 343.705 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
ARTS MANAGEMENT MAJOR LEVEL 5 181.519 Professional Communication 311.537 Introduction to Accounting 323.510 Commercial Law 341.571 Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability 341.576 Management 351.515 Introduction to Marketing 371.514 Economics 561.589 Business Computing CORE COURSES: 341.736 Co-operative Education Project or 341.752 Industry Project 341.629 Research Methodology + + COURSES IN THIS MAJOR: 341.643 Arts Management Concepts 343.607 Project Management SELECT ONE COURSE FROM THE THREE BELOW: 341.638 Event Planning and Management 184.608 Digital Media Communication 183.607 Organisational Writing 301.710 Creative Industries 821.701 Arts Practices 341.736 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
ELECTIVE COURSES N.B. Courses are not necessarily available every semester or every year. Please check timetable (T3). LEVEL 5 143.505 Business Statistical Analysis 311.538 Accounting Practices 183.707 External Communication Management 183.708 Internal Communication Management 183.606 Organisational Communication 183.607 Organisational Writing 184.608 Digital Media Communication 311.646 Intermediate Financial Accounting 311.647 Intermediate Management Accounting 311.648 Taxation in NZ 311.650 Introduction to Finance 311.651 Auditing and Assurance 323.607 The Law of Business Entities 341.630 Entrepreneurship 341.631 Innovation and Creativity 341.632 Strategic Planning for Small Business 341.637 Event Logistics 341.638 Event Planning and Management 341.643 Arts Management Concepts 341.644 Services Marketing Management 341.650 Principles of Leadership 342.619 Industrial Relations 342.620 Human Resources 342.621 Organisational Behaviour 343.607 Project Management 301.710 Creative Industries 311.728 Advanced Financial Accounting 311.729 Advanced Management Accounting 341.737 Managing for Growth 341.738 Product Development 341.741 Event Marketing and Sponsorship 341.742 Event Project 341.744 Strategic Management 341.757 Advanced Project Management 342.720 Advanced Human Resource Management 342.721 Contemporary Issues in the Human Resource Management 343.703 Business Transformation and Change 343.705 Resource Integration Management 343.706 Business and Society 343.707 Accommodation Facilities Management 343.708 Food and Beverage Management 351.725 International Marketing 351.726 Strategic Marketing 445.701 Contemporary Issues in the Tourism Industry 445.703 Destination Management 821.701 Arts Practices 343.611 Operations Management 343.613 Food and Beverage Operations 343.614 Front Office Operations Management 351.630 Consumer Behaviour 351.631 Market Development and Sales 351.632 Marketing Planning and Control 445.604 Tourism Multimedia 445.606 Tourism Industry and Enterprises 445.607 Sustainable Tourism Practices 445.608 Accommodation Services Management 578.605 Accounting Information Systems 16
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 5 143.505 Business Statistical Analysis 323.510 Commercial Law 371.514 Economics 341.576 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 6 311.646 Intermediate Financial Accounting 311.647 Intermediate Management Accounting 311.648 Taxation in New Zealand 311.650 Introduction to Finance 311.651 Auditing and Assurance 323.607 The Law of Business Entities 578.605 Accounting Information Systems Level 7 311.728 Advanced Financial Accounting 311.729 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
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: 311.646 Intermediate Financial Accounting 311.647 Intermediate Management Accounting 311.648 Taxation in NZ 311.728 Advanced Financial Accounting 311.729 Advanced Management Accounting 341.753 Industry Project Part A (15 Credits) 341.754 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
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: 342.619 Industrial Relations 342.620 Human Resources 342.621 Organisational Behaviour 342.720 Advanced Human Resource Management 342.721 Contemporary Issues in the Human Resource Management 341.753 Industry Project Part A (15 Credits) 341.754 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
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: 351.630 Consumer Behaviour 351.631 Market Development and Sales 351.632 Marketing Planning and Control 351.725 International Marketing 351.726 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. 341.753 Industry Project Part A (15 Credits) 341.754 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
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: 343.607 Project Management 343.611 Operations Management and one course selected from below: 311.647 Intermediate Management Accounting 311.650 Introduction to Finance 342.619 Industrial Relations 342.620 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. 341.738 Product Development 343.705 Resource Integration Management Applicants who meet the requirements for admission are accepted into the programme in the order their applications are received. 341.753 Industry Project Part A (15 Credits) 341.754 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
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: 341.650 Principles of Leadership 342.621 Organisational Behaviour 343.607 Project Management 341.744 Strategic Management 343.703 Business Transformation and Change 341.753 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. 341.754 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
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: 341.637 Event Logistics 341.638 Event Planning and Management 343.607 Project Management 341.741 Event Marketing and Sponsorship 341.742 Event Project 341.753 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. 341.754 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
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: 341.630 Entrepreneurship 341.631 Innovation and Creativity 341.632 Strategic Planning for Small Business 341.737 Managing for Growth 341.738 Product Development 341.753 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. 341.754 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
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: 341.650 Principles of Leadership SPECIALISED ELECTIVE SELECT TWO COURSES FROM THE FOUR BELOW: 311.650 Introduction to Finance 341.632 Strategic Planning for Small Business 341.644 Services Marketing Management 342.620 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. 341.744 Strategic Management Applicants who meet the requirements for admission are accepted into the programme in the order their applications are received. 341.753 Industry Project Part A (15 Credits) 341.754 Industry Project Part B (30 Credits) SPECIALISED ELECTIVE SELECT ONE COURSE FROM THE THREE BELOW: 342.720 Advanced Human Resource Management 343.703 Business Transformation and Change 343.706 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
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: 183.606 Organisational Communication 183.607 Organisational Writing 184.608 Digital Media Communication 183.707 External Communication Management 183.708 Internal Communication Management 341.753 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. 341.754 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
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 445.604 Tourism Multimedia 445.606 Tourism Industry and Enterprises 445.607 Sustainable Tourism Practices 445.608 Accommodation Services Management 445.701 Contemporary Issues in the Tourism Industry 445.703 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. 341.753 Industry Project Part A (15 Credits) 341.754 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
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: 343.613 Food and Beverage Operations 343.614 Front Office Operations Management And one of 341.632 Strategic Planning for Small Business 341.637 Event Logistics 342.621 Organisational Behaviour 343.607 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. 343.707 Accommodation Facilities Management 343.708 Food and Beverage Management 341.753 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. 341.754 Industry Project Part B (30 Credits) 28
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: 311.650 Introduction to Finance 343.607 Project Management 343.611 Operations Management 341.757 Advanced Project Management 343.705 Resource Integration Management 341.753 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. 341.754 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
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 311.646 Intermediate Financial Accounting 311.647 Intermediate Management Accounting 311.648 Taxation in NZ 311.650 Introduction to Finance 341.630 Entrepreneurship 341.631 Innovation and Creativity 341.632 Strategic Planning for Small Business 341.637 Event Logistics 341.638 Event Planning and Management 341.643 Arts Management Concepts 341.644 Services Marketing Management 341.650 Principles of Leadership 342.619 Industrial Relations 342.620 Human Resources 342.621 Organisational Behaviour 343.607 Project Management 343.611 Operations Management 343.613 Food and Beverage Operations SELECT TWO COURSES FROM THE LIST BELOW (PROVIDING PRE-REQUISTES ARE MET) 301.710 Creative Industries 311.728 Advanced Financial Accounting 311.729 Advanced Management Accounting 341.737 Managing for Growth 341.738 Product Development 341.741 Event Marketing and Sponsorship 341.742 Event Project 341.744 Strategic Management 342.720 Advanced Human Resource Management 342.721 Contemporary Issues in Human Resource Management 343.703 Business Transformation and Change 343.705 Resource Integration Management 343.706 Business and Society 343.707 Accommodation Facilities Management 343.708 Food and Beverage Management 343.757 Advanced Project Management 351.725 International Marketing 351.726 Strategic Marketing 445.701 Contemporary Issues in the Tourism Industry 445.703 Destination Management 821.701 Arts Practices AND 341.753 Industry Project Part A (15 Credits) 341.754 Industry Project Part B (30 Credits) 343.614 Front Office Operations Management 351.630 Consumer Behaviour 351.631 Market Development and Sales 351.632 Marketing Planning and Control 445.604 Tourism Multimedia 445.606 Tourism Industry and Enterprises 445.607 Sustainable Tourism Practices 445.608 Accommodation Services Management» Your choice of courses will be subject to Programme Leader approval Not all courses are offered every semester 30
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
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: 341.653 Arts Management Concepts 343.607 Project Management And one of 341.638 Event Planning and Management 184.608 Digital Media Communication 183.607 Organisational Writing 301.710 Creative Industries 821.701 Arts Practices 341.753 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. 341.754 Industry Project Part B (30 Credits) 32
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 311.538 Accounting Practices 311.537 Introduction to Accounting 183.606 Organisational Communication 181.519 Professional Communication 183.607 Organisational Writing 181.519 Professional Communication 184.608 Digital Media Communication 181.519 Professional Communication 311.646 Intermediate Financial Accounting 311.537 Introduction to Accounting AND 311.538 Accounting Practices 311.647 Intermediate Management Accounting 311.537 Introduction to Accounting AND 311.538 Accounting Practices 311.648 Taxation in NZ 311.537 Introduction to Accounting 311.650 Introduction to Finance 311.537 Introduction to Accounting 311.651 Auditing and Assurance 311.537 Introduction to Accounting AND 311.538 Accounting Practices 323.607 The Law of Business Entities 323.510 Commercial Law 341.576 Management 341.629 Research Methodology Student must complete and pass at least four level 6 courses 341.637 Event Logistics 341.576 Management Co-requisite 341.638 Event Planning and Management 341.638 Event Planning and Management 341.576 Management 341.644 Services Marketing Management 351.515 Introduction to Marketing 341.650 Principles of Leadership 341.576 Management 342.619 Industrial Relations 341.576 Management 342.620 Human Resources 341.576 Management 351.630 Consumer Behaviour 351.515 Introduction to Marketing 351.631 Market Development and Sales 351.515 Introduction to Marketing 351.632 Marketing Planning and Control 351.515 Introduction to Marketing 578.605 Accounting Information Systems 311.537 Introduction to Accounting AND 311.538 Accounting Practices AND 561.589 Business Computing 183.707 External Communication Management Student must complete and pass at least two level 6 courses related to their major 183.708 Internal Communication Management Student must complete and pass at least two level 6 courses related to their major 301.710 Creative Industries 343.607 Project Management 341.653 Arts Management Concepts 311.728 Advanced Financial Accounting 311.646 Intermediate Financial Accounting 311.729 Advanced Management Accounting 311.647 Intermediate Management Accounting 341.736 Co-operative Education Project 341.629 Research Methodology 341.737 Managing for Growth 341.630 Entrepreneurship 33
COURSE TITLE PRE-REQUISITES 341.738 Product Development Student must complete and pass at least two level 6 courses related to their major 341.741 Event Marketing and Sponsorship 351.515 Introduction to Marketing 341.742 Event Project Student must complete and pass at least two level 6 courses related to their major 341.744 Strategic Management Student must complete and pass at least two level 6 courses related to their major 341.751 Special Topic Student must complete and pass at least two level 6 courses related to their major 341.752 Industry Project Student must complete and pass at least two level 6 courses related to their major 341.757 Advanced Project Management 343.607 Project Management 342.720 Advanced Human Resource Management Two of the following: 342.619 Industrial Relations 342.620 Human Resources 342.621 Organisational Behaviour 342.721 Contemporary Issues in the Two of the following: Human Resource Management 342.619 Industrial Relations 342.620 Human Resources 342.621 Organisational Behaviour 343.703 Business Transformation and Change AND 341.650 Principles of Leadership 343.705 Resource Integration Management Student must complete and pass at least two level 6 courses related to their major 343.706 Business and Society Two of the following: 341.650 Principles of Leadership 341.632 Strategic Planning for small Business 341.644 Services Marketing Management 343.707 Accommodation Facilities Management 343.613 Food and Beverage Operations AND 343.614 Front Office Operations Management 343.708 Food and Beverage Management 343.613 Food and Beverage Operations AND 343.614 Front Office Operations Management 351.725 International Marketing Two of the following: 351.630 Consumer Behaviour 351.631 Market Development and Sales 351.632 Marketing Planning and Control 351.726 Strategic Marketing Two of the following: 351.630 Consumer Behaviour 351.631 Market Development and Sales 351.632 Marketing Planning and Control 445.701 Contemporary Issues in the Tourism Industry Two of the following: 445.604 Tourism Multimedia 445.606 Tourism Industry and Enterprises 445.607 Sustainable Tourism Practices 445.608 Accommodation Services Management 445.703 Destination Management Two of the following: 445.604 Tourism Multimedia 445.606 Tourism Industry and Enterprises 445.607 Sustainable Tourism Practice 445.608 Accommodation Services Management 821.701 Arts Practices 343.607 Project Management 341.653 Arts Management Concepts 34
COURSE SUMMARIES LEVEL 5 143.505 Business Statistical Analysis Gain a practical understanding of data analysis, spreadsheets, and how to present this data meaningfully in the form of graphs. 181.519 Professional Communication Study oral and written communication skills and interpersonal communication skills in the New Zealand business context. 311.537 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. 311.538 Accounting Practices Learn essential accounting practices, including processing GST transactions, accounts payable, accounts receivable and using MYOB accounting software. 323.510 Commercial Law Learn the fundamentals of the legal system as it relates to business, including liability, contract law and consumer rights. 341.571 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. 341.576 Management Learn techniques for effective management, including organisational analysis, problem solving, motivation and leadership, ethics and social responsibility. 351.515 Introduction to Marketing Gain a basic understanding of the theory and practice of marketing, including market analysis, segmentation and consumer behaviour. 371.514 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. 561.589 Business Computing Understand the various ways in which information technology can be used to meet business requirements, including ethical issues and application skills. 183.606 Organisational Communication To enable students to develop an understanding of the context and application of organisational communication. 183.607 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. 184.608 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. 311.646 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. 311.647 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. 311.648 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. 311.650 Introduction to Finance Gain a practical understanding of financial management, capital budgeting techniques, asset management and analysis of shortterm and long-term financing alternatives. 311.651 Auditing and Assurance Learn about auditing and assurance processes, audit standards and frameworks, and current issues of auditing research. 323.607 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. 341.629 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 341.630 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
341.631 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. 341.632 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. 341.637 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. 341.638 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. 341.644 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. 341.650 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. 341.653 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 342.619 Industrial Relations Learn about industrial relations, the relationship between industrial relationships and government regulation, employment agreements and legal rights. 342.620 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. 342.621 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. 343.607 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. 343.611 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. 343.613 Food and Beverage Operations Students will gain knowledge and skills appropriate to the operations management of food and beverage outlets domestically and internationally. 343.614 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. 351.630 Consumer Behaviour Learn how to identify and analyse target markets, create appropriate positioning strategies and design suitable marketing communications strategies for the target market. 351.631 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. 351.632 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. 445.604 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 445.606 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. 445.607 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. 445.608 Accommodations Services Management Students will gain an understanding of management and operational concepts for the sustainable operation of accommodation organisations. 578.605 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
183.707 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. 183.708 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. 301.710 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. 311.728 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. 311.729 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. 341.736 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. 341.737 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. 341.738 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. 341.741 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. 341.742 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. 341.744 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. 341.752 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. 341.757 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. 342.720 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. 342.721 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. 343.703 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. 343.705 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
343.706 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. 343.707 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. 343.708 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. 351.725 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. 351.726 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. 445.701 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. 445.703 Destination Management Students will demonstrate an understanding of the multifaceted and complex, strategies and practices involved with the management of a sustainable tourist destination. 821.701 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
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