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You can be the people person!
Have you always had a penchant for people management? Can you see yourself in an HR role but you’re just not quite sure how to get there? If this sounds like your dream and you want to pursue it, then take the first step! You can gain the knowledge and expertise to add this capability to your management repertoire.
Coaching Support
Unsure about studying online? Face to face on-campus sessions are available for this programme in Kaitaia, Kerikeri, Kaikohe and Whangārei. You will be able to get support for course related questions and assessment work.
Who is this for?
Do you have a desire to work in the HR field, and you need a stronger understanding of the wide range of competencies and how to deliver on them effectively? Or maybe you are already working in HR and you want to formalise your skills and take the next step? This qualification will provide you with the skills and knowledge to move forward in your career with the comfort that comes with a recognised qualification.
About eCampus NZ
The eCampus NZ online learning platform is a collaboration by New Zealand’s major tertiary providers to provide quality education to New Zealanders no matter where they live. The eCampus platform is easy to use, flexible and supportive. You will be able to access course material, upload assignments and chat to other students through our private online forum. Our portal also keeps you up to date with the latest course information including news, events and important details.
As an eCampus online student you can learn at your own pace and fit your study around your work, family and lifestyle. All study is completely online – with dedicated facilitators and advisors to help you along the way.
It is possible to study individual courses/papers from within eCampus programmes without completing the full qualification. If you are interested in only competing specific courses/papers please contact the eCampus team ecampus@northtec.ac.nz to find out more about how this works.
Click here to learn more about eCampus NZ.
Coaching support and study spaces
NorthTec offers study spaces where you will be able to meet new people, gain support from an experienced tutor in this field, put a face to the names on your forums and learn more about the course. We have free Wi-Fi, kitchenette, coffee, tea, snacks and milo.
Take advantage of highly skilled and experienced tutors accessible to answer questions and provide you the support to help, guide and direct you.
What you will learn
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The core competencies required by an HR professional - From recruitment to Health and Safety and learning and development, the HR world is full of challenge and opportunity. The skill base required is varied and challenging, and its important that you have a great knowledge of all aspects of HR so you can contribute effectively and appropriately. You will learn about the core areas of this integral business component and how to deliver on them effectively and well.
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Minimise risk - A strong legal and ethical framework drives the HR function within both small and large organisations. It’s important that you understand the legalities associated with this field of work and that you know how to apply them effectively to minimise business risk.
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Health and Safety - Ensuring staff are safe in the workplace is a core function of any HR team. There are strict regulations around Health and Safety requirements and its essential that all businesses get these right. You will gain a sound understanding of requirements and the tools to enable you to deliver effectively on these for your organisation.
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Succession Planning - Great organisations plan for future success. They know how to develop and grow their people to ensure knowledge is shared and that the business will continue under changed circumstances. The HR team has a role to play in identifying prospective up and comers in the business and arming them with the skills to take on future leadership roles. You will learn how to deliver effectively on this component.
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Performance Management - Businesses need their people and teams to be high performing. Great HR people can identify and deliver on that outcome ensuring you maximise individual potential and deal with poor performance as required. You will gain an understanding of the tools and techniques to maximise people performance.
Courses in this programme
To gain a New Zealand Diploma in Business (Human Resource Management) (Level 5) you are required to complete the following EIGHT courses.
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NZB501 - Organisations in a New Zealand Context
Aim: Learning about ethical behaviour and the bi-cultural requirements of doing business in New Zealand.
Gain a clear understanding of the New Zealand business environment
Operating at a management level requires a sound understanding of all aspects of managing a business in New Zealand. This course will give you the opportunity to review and analyse business entities from a range of perspectives in a New Zealand context.
Understand professional and ethical behaviour
Learn what professional and ethical standards are expected when doing business in New Zealand. How do you translate these from theory into practice and how do you ensure a shared understanding of these expectations with your team.
Clarity about the bi-cultural nature of New Zealand business
Our business environment is unique with increasing awareness of the need to operate effectively in a bi-cultural environment. Make sure you are aware of what this means for you and your organisation.
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5 |
15 |
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NZB502 - Business Environments
Aim: Apply knowledge of core business functions for operational efficiency and effectiveness. Based on case study that flows through all business functions.
Learn legal and economic principles
If you want to succeed in business, it’s essential you have a sound understanding of core legal and economic principles. You can’t afford to make mistakes in this space. This course will provide you with the security of knowing that you have a good understanding of these principles and how they are applicable in a work environment.
Understand the wider business environment
Gain the skills to manage the wider business environment and the potential impact that this might have on your business.
Learn to manage risk
It’s all very well understanding what’s happening in the business environment but how do you translate that into risk management within your business role? This course will help you gain the skills to manage risk associated with changing business influences.
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5 |
15 |
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NZB503 - Business Functions
Aim: To analyse environmental influences on a business entity.
Understand the core functions within a business
Core business functions contribute to the smooth operating of a business and its long- term success. This course will give you a sound understanding of what is entailed within various core business functions and how they contribute to the total operational package of a business.
Gain confidence and improve performance
You need to have a good understanding of business functions to feel comfortable providing advice and support within your organisation. The knowledge gained on this course will help give you the confidence to contribute and assist others with their performance across the business as a whole.
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5 |
15 |
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NZB504 - Understanding Change
Aim: To contribute to innovation and change in organisations.
Learn how to identify innovation and change
Successful businesses are constantly looking to innovate and enact change to ensure sustainability. In this course you will learn how to contribute to that process and play a role identifying innovation and change.
Gain confidence in recommending solutions
Get the confidence to recommend changes within your business to help improve organisational performance.
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5 |
15 |
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Credits |
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5574.NZDB517 - Introduction to Human Resources
Aim: To enable students to demonstrate the principles and practices of Human Resource (HR) functions.
Human Resources is a complex and essential work stream within any successful business. People keep the wheels turning and the business afloat. Every business needs great people to help manage this important aspect. Make sure you have the expertise to help deliver on this crucial function in a knowledgeable yet people friendly way.
Understand the core components of the HR function within a business environment
Whether you are working in the HR field or have responsibility for staff management, it’s essential that you know and understand the core components of people management. From recruitment through to employment termination, this course will ensure you have the knowledge required to operate effectively and safely within your workplace environment.
Awareness of Ethics in HR
The field of Human Resources is all about managing people and when you are dealing with people you must get process right and do the right thing. In this course you will learn about the ethics associated with HR to help guide you to make the right decisions and take appropriate action.
Understand your Health and Safety responsibilities
Every employee has the right to work within a healthy and safe environment. Not only is this a right but it’s a legal requirement. Make sure you know your responsibilities and accountabilities in the field of Health and Safety to meet your legal obligation to staff.
Make the most of technology
The modern working environment provides a range of new tools and technology to assist in delivering the HR function. This course will help you stay up to date with available tools to do your job well.
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15 |
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5574.NZDB518 - Introduction to Health and Safety Management
Aim: To enable students to contribute to the development of a Health and Safety management system.
The Health and Safety legislation in New Zealand is complex. Every worker has a right to a safe environment and every employer has an obligation to provide that environment. Make sure you know, and understand, the legislation and how to apply it effectively in your workplace.
Understand the legislative environment that applies to this field.
Every employer needs to know the law that applies to workplace Health and Safety. After all we all want our teams to be safe in their workplace and the consequences of not meeting that obligation can be significant. You can’t afford to make mistakes. This course will provide you with the security of knowing that you have a good understanding of Health and Safety in the workplace and how to meet your obligations.
Be aware of risks and hazards in your environment
Awareness of risks and hazards in the workplace is a significant first step in meeting employer obligations. This course will help you to identify and mitigate risks to make sure your workplace is safe and healthy.
Learn about policy, procedure and reporting
It’s all very well understanding what’s required when it comes to Health and Safety in the workplace but how do you translate that into workplace policy that is effective and meets legislative requirements? This course will help you gain the skills required to ensure your paperwork is up to date and fir or purpose.
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15 |
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5574.NZDB519 - Change and HR Initiatives
Aim: To enable students to adapt changes with measurable HR initiatives in order for the organisation to be agile.
Every organisation faces change at some stage or other. Restructures and changes in culture can have a significant impact on work place productivity and morale. That’s why it is so important to get it right and do it well. This course will provide you with the tools to identify and apply change and then review the impact and effectiveness of the process.
Understand the science of change from an HR perspective
Change is inevitable, but it doesn't need to be disruptive. If managed well, change within the HR function can add value to the business and streamline services. This course will help you to understand the science behind the change process, so you can identify and evaluate the impact of change.
Gain confidence in your communications
Communications within the HR function are not standard. They need to be carefully crafted and meet any legislative requirements. This course will help you understand how to communicate HR information and advice within a recognised industry ethical framework.
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15 |
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5574.NZDB520 - People and Development
Aim: To enable students to apply knowledge and skills of HR principles and practices of supporting employees to achieve organisational
objectives.
The biggest satisfaction within the workplace comes from leading change and growing others to achieve organisational objectives. But, it takes skill and expertise to get this important function right. As a manager you need to have the tools available to help develop your team and their skill base. This course will be a valuable starting point in reaching that goal.
Learn the tools to support your team to achieve their goals
Learning and development should be a key driver within any organisation. We all want motivated team members who are keen to learn new skills and develop professionally. This course will help you identify how to support your staff and deliver effectively on their professional development requirements.
Understand the science behind performance management
During our career we will all have to manage team members that are not performing. There is a skill in turning that negativity round and encouraging the team to reach for the stars. Make sure that you know how to work with the team to get the best outputs, solve problems effectively, escalate issues and deal with poor performance in a positive way.
Understand empathy and ethics
There’s no one size fits all when it comes to dealing with people but there are ways that you can make sure processes run smoothly and well. Having a good understanding of emotional intelligence and the ethics of HR will help you deliver effectively in your management role. This course will give you those building blocks.
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Entry Requirements
Applicants must have:
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A minimum of 14 numeracy credits at level 1 or higher in Mathematics or Pangarau on the Directory of Assessment Standards; and
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Fifty credits at level 2 or above with at least 12 credits in each of three subjects including a minimum of 8 literacy credits at level 2 or higher in English or Te Reo Māori; of which 4 credits must be in reading and 4 credits must be in writing; and
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The literacy credits will be selected from a schedule of approved achievement standards and unit standards found on the NZQA website at Literacy requirements for University Entrance.
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or equivalent to the above, or New Zealand University Entrance.
English requirements
All applicants must have a level of English sufficient to be able to study at this level. Those applicants for whom English is not a first language must have:
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An International English Language Testing System (IELTS) overall academic score of at least 6.0 issued within the last two years, with not less than 5.5 in any category; or
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A test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of at least 60 in the computer-based test (with a writing score of 20), or at least 550 in the paper-based test (with an essay score of 5 TWE), issued in the last two years; or
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A qualification equivalent to the above; or
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Complete two years study at a New Zealand secondary school and achieve either NCEA Level 3 or New Zealand University Entrance or both.
Qualification gained
New Zealand Diploma in Business (Human Resource Management) (Level 5)
Courses and programmes may be cancelled, postponed or have their content or configuration changed from time to time (including during the academic year) at the discretion of NorthTec. Fees are an indication, include GST and apply to domestic students only. View terms and conditions
From 1 January 2023, all NorthTec learners will be part of Te Pūkenga. Please note that these programmes of study are currently under review as part of the reform of vocational education training and may be subject to change.