You may choose to complete your Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Management qualification with or without a major.
Not studying towards a specific major is a great option if you prefer flexibility in your elective courses.
The below major options are available if you prefer to specialize in any of the subject areas.
*Please note to complete your qualification with a major, your research project needs to fulfil the requirements of the major.
Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Logistics and supply chain management is a dynamic industry - responding capably, and with creativity and innovation, to emerging challenges faced by all New Zealanders. NMIT is one of the few institutes in the country to offer a postgraduate qualification in this fast-moving and strategic subject area. Logistics and supply chain management is well aligned in support of Nelson’s vibrant export markets, making this a great location from which to further your career.
Major courses:
You will complete two of the following courses.
- LSC801 Storage and Warehouse Techniques
- LSC802 Transportation, Distribution and Network Management
- LSC803 Strategic Procurement and Inventory Management
- LSC804 Performance Measurement and Process Outsourcing
Plus
- RES801 Applied Research Methods (Foundation for Research Project)
- MGT811 Special Topic (Research project)
Aquaculture Management
Aquaculture in New Zealand is riding a wave – with the NZ Government setting a goal of the industry generating over $3 billion revenue by 2035. This dynamic industry’s continued expansion relies on the development of qualified, passionate professionals. The major of aquaculture management will equip you with an understanding of this highly lucrative industry, and the principles and practices of operations strategy in this industry’s context.
- GSA801 Sustainable Aquaculture Practice
- GSA802 Sustainable Aquaculture Management
Business Analytics
Business analytics is a process of transforming data into insights to inform decision-making. Here, mathematics, information technology, and business domain knowledge are blended together.
This causes the emergence of new hybrid jobs and creates demand for a new kind of professionals, those who have both technical and non-technical skills and know-how to use them to solve diverse business problems.
This major is designed so that you can develop this skill set and be ready to practically apply it in the variety of emerging hybrid job roles.
In Analytical Models and Data Analysis Techniques learn and systematise your knowledge of the most commonly used quantitative analysis techniques.
Data Management and Information Chains will allow you to learn how to automate processes and connect people to business analytics.
Major courses:
Pre-requisite for Business Analytics courses and/or major: To successfully complete these courses, a suitable background in Business Analytics or a related discipline is required’.
Healthcare Management
If you have experience or a qualification in a healthcare-related career, this major is designed to take you to the next level in management. Through this major, you will learn about global healthcare systems, trends and issues, with a particular focus on New Zealand. You will have the opportunity to appraise and critique the management and leadership approaches in the healthcare sector, equipping you with
the knowledge to make a positive impact in healthcare organizations in New Zealand or abroad.
Major courses:
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HCM801 Healthcare Systems Management
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HCM802 Contemporary Healthcare Leadership and Management
- MGT811 Special Topic
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RES801 Applied Research Methods (Foundation for Research Project)
- MGT811 Special Topic (Research project).