Future Skills is a New Zealand tertiary education provider focused on industry-aligned, applied learning that equips students with practical skills for the workplace. Based in Auckland, the institution offers business and technology postgraduate qualifications designed to bridge academic knowledge and professional practice, with support services and workshops to help international students succeed both academically and in future careers.

 

Why Study This Programme?

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

• Deepen their understanding of information systems management and how technology supports organisational strategy.
• Prepare for leadership and analytical roles where technology and business intersect.
• Gain practical experience through applied projects and industry engagement.
• Create a pathway to further postgraduate study (e.g., Master of Applied Management — Business Information Systems).

 

Elective Courses (60 Credits)

Students choose elective courses (Level 8 or 9) that align with their career interests.

Examples include:
• Information Security — security principles and risk mitigation
• Business Intelligence — advanced data analytics
• Management of Information Systems — strategic IS management
• Business Solutions Architecture — enterprise architecture planning
• Business Analysis — analysing organisational needs
• User Experience Design — designing interactive systems
• Software Engineering Methodologies — software processes and methods
• Software Quality Assurance — quality standards for software
• Professional Project — applied research project linking theory to practice (45 credits)

 

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Future Skills may grant credit transfer or prior learning recognition of up to 60 credits based on prior study or experience — reducing time and cost for some students.

 

Disciplines & Specialisation

This programme focuses on Business Information Systems — blending management expertise with technical and analytical skills:

• Business analytics
• Information systems strategy
• Security and data governance
• Systems design and evaluation
• IT management in organisational contexts

 

Highlights

• Industry-Relevant Curriculum: Courses blend management and information systems theory with practical application.
• Applied Learning: Professional projects and workplace-linked study prepare you for real organisational challenges.
• Multiple Intakes: Flexible start dates (Feb, Apr, Jul, Oct) help with visa timing.
• Career-Focused: Designed to align with evolving industry needs where data and systems expertise is highly valued.

 

Career Outcomes

Graduates are prepared for roles such as:

• Business Analyst
• Business Intelligence Analyst
• Information Systems Analyst
• Information Security Analyst
• Project Manager
• Technical/Solution Architect
• User Experience Designer
• Information Systems Researcher

 

Visa Requirements

If you plan to study on campus in New Zealand as an international student, you will typically need:

• New Zealand Student Visa
• Proof of offer of place
• Evidence of funds for tuition and living costs
• Health/medical insurance and travel documents