Course Overview
The focus on marketing and sales within the New Zealand Diploma in Business (Level 5) will ensure you are equipped to provide insight into brand management, product design and influencers of buyer behaviour. This will allow you to advise, plan and execute marketing and sales strategies that will anticipate and enrich the customer experience.
This diploma is also the first year of the Toi Ohomai Bachelor of Applied Management (Business Management) or the University of Waikato Bachelor of Business or Bachelor of Business Management (Hons). Once you have completed the Diploma in Business, you can pathway straight into the second year of any of these degrees.
Upon successfully completing the requirements you'll receive the award of:
- New Zealand Diploma in Business (Marketing and Sales) (Level 5)
| Locations | Rotorua, Tauranga, Wider BOP/Other |
|---|---|
| Next intake | Feb 2025 View more details |
| Study options |
1 year full-time, including holidays (if applicable) Study face-to-face on campus at set times Tauranga intakes (all courses delivered on Windermere Campus) Wider BOP/Other intakes (core courses delivered in Rotorua, but travel to Tauranga is required for strand courses on Thursdays) Part-time study available |
| Total credits | 120 |
| StudyLink assistance | Available |
| Indicative Fees | $6,623 for domestic students View full fees information |
| Eligibility | View entry criteria |
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Career opportunities
Depending on the strand you choose, employment opportunities may include:
- Accounting Technician
- Analyst
- Business Banker
- Event Manager
- Marketing Executive
- Office Manager
- Sales Executive
Topics you'll cover
Compulsory topics for all specialties are:
- Organisations in a New Zealand Context
- Business Fundamentals
- Business Environments
- Change Management
Marketing and sales topics:
- Marketing Principles
- Relationship Marketing
- Introduction to Digital Marketing
- Marketing Communications
Course Fees
| Indicative Fees * | $6,623 for domestic students |
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Your final fee may vary if:
- you have a choice of topics/papers to study
- the qualification excludes GST
- there are extra course materials to purchase
- student levies apply
We’ll let you know if any of these apply to you.
* Important fee information, and hints and tips
Help with fees
Are you Eligible for Free Fees?
There are several ways to take advantage of free study at Toi Ohomai. Find out how on our Fees Free FAQ page.
Student Loans and Allowances
This course meets the requirements for student allowance and student loan applications through StudyLink.
- A student loan helps to pay for your course fees (the compulsory fees), study materials e.g. books, equipment, and living costs. You'll have to pay this money back.
- A student allowance is a weekly payment that can help with your living expenses while you're studying. You don't have to pay the money back.
Find out more and apply at studylink.govt.nz
Scholarships
Scholarships are one way you might be able to get some financial help. Any scholarships specifically related to this course are shown below, otherwise check out the full list of scholarships promoted by Toi Ohomai.
Course Entry Information
Entry criteria
For domestic applicants under the age of 20 will need:
- 50 credits at NCEA Level 2, including a minimum of eight Literacy credits, OR
- equivalent educational achievement.
If you do not meet the academic requirements you may be given special admission if Toi Ohomai staff are satisfied you are capable of successfully completing the requirements.
Special admission may also apply for applicants over 20 years.
Information Session
You’ll be invited to an information meeting. This is your opportunity to find out more about the course content and to make sure you're on the most appropriate course for your career aspirations and current level of experience.
Standard Entry Criteria
Admission, entry, selection, and enrolment into programmes will be in accordance with the Academic Regulations and/or, where approved, specific programme regulations.
English language requirements
Level 5 certificate or diploma IELTS Academic score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5 or completed NZ Certificate in English Language Level 4 with the Academic Endorsement or meets a relevant English Proficiency Outcome as outlined by NZQA.
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Course Locations and Intake Information
Tauranga intakes (all courses delivered on Windermere Campus)
Wider BOP/Other intakes (core courses delivered in Rotorua, but travel to Tauranga is required for strand courses on Thursdays)
| Location | Campus | Start Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tauranga | Windermere Campus | 17 Feb 2025 | |
| Wider BOP/Other | --- | 17 Feb 2025 | |
| Rotorua | Mokoia Campus | 14 Jul 2025 | |
| Tauranga | Windermere Campus | 14 Jul 2025 |
Study options
- 1 year full-time, including holidays (if applicable)
- Study face-to-face on campus at set times
Tauranga intakes (all courses delivered on Windermere Campus)
Wider BOP/Other intakes (core courses delivered in Rotorua, but travel to Tauranga is required for strand courses on Thursdays) - Part-time study available
