Career opportunities

Graduates of the Leadership and Management strand may be employed in a managerial/leadership operational role within New Zealand business entities.

What you will learn

When you achieve this qualification, you will know how to

• Analyse the impact of internal and external environments on a business to inform decision-making
• Apply knowledge of the principles and practices of operations, accounting, marketing/sales, human resources and risk management, to support business performance
• Contribute to innovation and organisational change
• Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders
• Apply knowledge of te Tiriti o Waitangi to analyse how bi-cultural partnership can apply to business activities and relationships
• Apply professional and ethical practices with integrity, in accordance with the operational environmental, social and cultural requirements of the context
• Apply personal and interpersonal skills to contribute to the achievement of business operational objectives.

You will also learn how to:

• Identify operational issues and challenges
• Apply techniques for continuous improvement to support business performance
• Contribute to business planning
• Lead others to implement activities, including change processes, within the business's plans to support its performance.
• Manage projects within scope, resources and time
• Develop strategies for a positive workplace culture and team engagement, to value diversity and support business performance
• Monitor compliance to meet internal and external requirements.