Future Skills is a New Zealand provider offering industry-focused business and management programmes with practical and applied learning at their Auckland campuses. Their qualifications are designed to combine academic knowledge with real-world skills, preparing graduates for managerial roles and further postgraduate study.

 

Why Study this Programme?

The Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Management (Business Management) is ideal for international students who want to:

• Deepen advanced business management knowledge and professional skills.
• Enhance career opportunities in leadership, strategy and organisational roles.
• Study in New Zealand in an applied learning context where real workplace practices are emphasised.
• Move on to the Master of Applied Management (Business Management) or similar Level 9 study afterwards.

 

Disciplines / Specialisations

While formally the qualification is Applied Management, the wide elective range allows you to focus on areas like:

• Leadership and strategic management
• Marketing and innovation
• HR and organisational behaviour
• Information systems in business contexts
• Sustainability and change management

 

Highlights of the Programme

• Developed to meet industry needs — with applied management skills highly relevant to employers.
• Offers flexible electives to focus on areas like marketing, HR, digital business, or systems.
• Includes interactive learning, analytical and project skills.
• Multiple intakes per year provide flexible start dates for international planning.
• Pathway available to Master of Applied Management (Business Management) for further study.

 

Career Outcomes

Graduates are prepared for a range of roles in business and management, such as:

• Project Manager
• Business Development Manager
• Marketing Manager
• HR / People Operations Manager
• Operations Manager
• General Manager
• Business Analyst / Strategy Analyst
• Change Management Specialist

 

Visa Requirements (for International Students)

As an international student in New Zealand, you must typically apply for a Student Visa to live and study full-time on campus. Requirements usually include:

• An offer of place from Future Skills
• Proof of sufficient funds for tuition and living costs
• Health / medical insurance
• English language evidence and passport documentation
• Any other requirements specified by Immigration New Zealand