The New Zealand Diploma in Business (Level 5) equips students with practical business knowledge and professional skills required across a wide range of industries. The programme combines business theory with real-world applications, preparing graduates for employment or further study.

Students will:

• Develop practical business and management skills
• Learn current business practices used by New Zealand organisations
• Gain knowledge across accounting, marketing, operations, human resources and risk management
• Build communication, leadership and teamwork abilities
• Understand innovation, organisational change and ethical business practices
• Learn business within the context of Aotearoa New Zealand, including Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles
• Choose a specialist pathway aligned with career goals
• Progress to higher-level business qualifications after graduation.

Programme Structure

The qualification consists of 120 credits, including compulsory business courses and one chosen specialisation.

Compulsory Courses

• Organisations in an Aotearoa New Zealand Context (15 Credits)
• Business Environments (15 Credits)
• Business Functions (15 Credits)
• Change and Innovation (15 Credits)

These courses provide a strong foundation in:

• Business operations
• Marketing
• Human resources
• Accounting
• Organisational behaviour
• Innovation
• Professional communication
• Ethics
• Business sustainability.

Specialisations (Choose One)

1. Accounting Strand

Students develop specialised knowledge in:

• Financial accounting
• Accounting software
• Taxation
• Financial reporting
• Budget preparation
• Internal controls
• Business risk management
• Financial statement analysis
• Decision making using financial information

2. Leadership and Management Strand

Students learn to:

• Lead teams effectively
• Manage organisational performance
• Plan business activities
• Improve workplace productivity
• Manage projects
• Support organisational change
• Build positive workplace culture
• Engage employees
• Solve operational business problems

Career Outcomes

Graduates may find employment as:

Accounting Pathway

• Accounts Administrator
• Accounts Assistant
• Payroll Officer
• Bookkeeper
• Finance Administrator
• Accounting Support Officer

Leadership & Management Pathway

• Team Leader
• Business Coordinator
• Office Manager
• Operations Coordinator
• Project Support Officer
• Customer Service Manager
• Business Administrator
• Supervisor

Programme Highlights

• NZQA Level 5 nationally recognised qualification
• Industry-focused curriculum
• Practical business learning
• Choice of Accounting or Leadership & Management specialisation
• Strong pathway to higher education
• Experienced industry lecturers
• Small class sizes
• Modern learning environment
• Strong employer engagement
• Excellent graduate employability
• Located in Auckland, New Zealand's largest business hub.

Latest Updates (2026)

• The programme continues to offer two specialist strands: Accounting and Leadership & Management.
• February and July intakes are available, although some intakes may close once full.
• International students must attend classes on campus rather than enrolling in online-only study.
• Tuition fees shown are indicative for the 2026 academic year and exclude the Compulsory Student Services Fee (CSSF).

Visa Requirements

International applicants generally require a New Zealand Student Visa before commencing study.

Typical requirements include:

• Valid passport
• Offer of Place from MIT
• Proof of tuition fee payment (where required)
• Evidence of sufficient funds for tuition and living expenses
• Acceptable English language proficiency
• Medical examination and chest X-ray (if applicable)
• Police clearance (if required)
• Valid health and travel insurance for the duration of study