Gain an advanced knowledge of environmental policy and management with the Graduate Diploma in Sustainable Management (Level 7). Once you’ve achieved this qualification you will have the skills necessary to plan and conduct activities and programmes in a variety of environmental work streams. You will also have the ability to communicate complex environmental ideas and information in a professional way.
Approximately 10-12 hours study per week for each 20 credit course. This may be higher at assessment or exam time.
Approximate cost for the full qualification based on 2018 fee information, not including annual administration fees, fee increases, textbooks, course materials or external exam fees.
Eligible for student loans, if you meet the criteria. Student loans and eligibility
For information about selecting courses to study towards this qualification, check out the Choose courses tab.
When you achieve this qualification you will be able to apply integrated resource management solutions to a diverse range of complex environmental problems. Combining your new project preparation and management skills with existing qualifications and experience will also prepare you for a variety of environmental work streams.
This qualification will prepare you for a career in central or local government as a planner or enforcement officer, working with public interest groups, iwi and runanga resource managers and in environmental management positions in the private sector.
If you have work experience or a qualification in environment (or a related area), find out if your knowledge counts towards this qualification. Get in touch via the ask an advisor tab above.
Every course has an enrolment close-off date. Make sure you know when you need to enrol by.
Every course is assessed differently - some require assignments and others exams. Check the individual course pages for more information.
