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Aspire2 International
exists to deliver your
ultimate academic and
Kiwi experience.
Education enhances your future
- come and study with us in one
of the most beautiful countries in
the world.
Our academic pathways and
connections with New Zealand
employers will create your
future opportunities. Start your
adventure with us today.
The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018 2019 Aspire2 International | 3Aspire2 International
Welcomes You!
Whether you’re just starting out, We are a “whanaungatanga” – an extended family
that gives each member a sense of belonging
or ready to take the next big step
– and you will become a valued member of that
in your career, you’ve come to family. It takes all sorts to make a family, and
the right place. We offer a full that’s why we foster multicultural understanding
range of quality programmes and celebrate diversity.
to help you find the right You will work with a great team of expert
employment or set you up for teachers who love what they do, and who strive
to make your study experience rich, enjoyable
further study.
and successful.
As an international student, Aspire2 International
has everything you need – friendly support
whenever you need it with your study, language
or getting a job. We are here to help and
encourage you.
We can’t wait to meet you on your first day!
Welcome to Aspire2 International.
Clare Bradley
CEO
4 | 2019 Aspire2 International The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018Contents
06 38
Why Choose New Zealand? IT & Computing Programmes
08 44
Why Choose Aspire2 International? Engineering Programmes
10 48
Part of the Aspire2 Group Cookery & Culinary Arts Programmes
12 52
Our Campuses Hospitality Management Programmes
14 56
Our Programmes Aspire2 Work
16 58
Academic Partners Your Journey With Us
18 60
English Programmes Did You Know?
22 61
Business Programmes How to Enrol
34 62
Health Services Management Programme Key Information for International Students
The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018 2019 Aspire2 International | 5Why Choose
New Zealand?
New Zealand is a great place
to come and study and offers
many exciting opportunities for
international students.
6 | 2019 Aspire2 International The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018Auckland
Tauranga
Christchurch
New Zealand makes you feel
welcome
Kiwis are some of the most welcoming people that
you will ever meet. Just over four million people live
here, and it is one of the safest places in the world.
Over 30 nationalities call New Zealand home.
Our educational system is
highly regarded
In New Zealand and at Aspire2 International, you
are guaranteed the high quality, hands on education
you deserve. The support services for international
students are among the best in the world.
Stable economy
We have a democratic system of government
and our economy is growing and stable.
Work opportunities
We recognise that for many international students
it is important to be able to work, to support day
to day living. In New Zealand, there are work
opportunities available for international students.
On a student visa, you are allowed to work up to 20
hours a week during your study and full time during
semester breaks.
The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018 2019 Aspire2 International | 7Why choose
Aspire2 International?
Auckland
Study for real
Tauranga jobs in real
industries
Campuses
All our programmes have a practical
in exciting focus. Everything you learn will give you
locations the skills to work in your chosen career.
Christchurch
We work closely with industry partners to
ensure that what we are teaching is what
they are looking for when you graduate.
Throughout your study, you will gain
insights into real industries by hearing
Our campuses are in some of directly from our industry partners.
New Zealand’s most vibrant cities, just
a step from shopping malls, restaurants
and theatres.
Not only that, you will have everything
you need to learn and succeed. We work
with employers in each location so you
have every chance to launch or extend
your career as part of your studies.
Help with employment
The Aspire2 Work team are dedicated
to helping you find work – whether that
is part time work while you study, or full
time work in your holidays or when you
have completed your studies.
8 | 2019 Aspire2 International The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018Expert
teachers An up-to-date
who make a range of study
difference
Our English language programmes and
Launching or extending your career our range of diplomas and certificates
begins with a positive, engaging study are delivered using up-to-date
experience. Whatever path you are techniques and content, and aligned
taking, that’s just what you will get with industry standards. We work with
by working with our dedicated and the New Zealand Qualifications Authority
talented teachers, and enjoying our (NZQA) and industry leaders to keep our
welcoming campuses. curriculum fresh and relevant.
Counselling Time for work
and support and play
When you are studying a long way Life at Aspire2 International isn’t all hard
from home, sometimes you might need work – learning a new language, new
someone to talk to. Feeling relaxed and concepts or new ideas can be tiring. It’s
enjoying your learning experience is a good to balance that work with plenty of
large part of your success, so we have fun, and that’s why we organise activities
counsellors to help you sort out any to encourage you to mingle with other
problems – in your first language. students and, if you’re coming from
overseas, to experience Kiwi life.
The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018 2019 Aspire2 International | 9Part of
Aspire2 Group
Aspire2 Group Limited is New Zealand’s leading
private provider of international and domestic
education and vocational training.
10 | 2019 Aspire2 International The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018Aspire2 Group provides
education and vocational training International
to domestic, international and
business to business students.
Aspire2
Our vision is to create future International
opportunities for our students
by providing world class
programmes. Our overarching
objective is to deliver the best Domestic
possible employment outcomes
for our students.
Aspire2 NZ Welding
Aspire2 Group has three divisions across Trades School
international, domestic and business to business.
This formidable combination delivers not only
the highest quality education experience,
but internationally recognised qualifications,
pathways and opportunities to meet and work
Solomon Cornerstone
with New Zealand employers. Group Education
Together we are focused on creating your future
opportunities. Start your adventure with us today.
Aspire2
Naturopathic
Business
College of
Management
New Zealand
Programme
Business to Business
Aspire2
Business
Safety 'n Action
Workplace
Communication
The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018 2019 Aspire2 International | 11Our Campuses
Aspire2 International has four campuses, in
three of New Zealand’s most vibrant cities
and catering to over 4000 students from all
over the world. Close to shopping malls,
restaurants and theatres our campuses offer
the opportunity to explore everything New
Zealand has to offer.
Aspire2 nurtures relationships with the business
communities in each city, creating opportunities for you
to get practical experience through part time employment
while you study, and helping you launch your career.
Each campus has world-class facilities, a student café
and courtyard, free wi-fi, a student library (Christchurch
eLibrary only) right down to on-site bicycle parking.
Aspire2 campuses have everything you need to learn
and succeed!
Auckland
Tauranga
Christchurch
12 | 2019 Aspire2 International The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018Auckland Campus Henderson Campus,
Located in the North Island, Auckland is Auckland
New Zealand’s largest city and home to a third
Our purpose-built Cookery campus is located
of the country’s population. This vibrant,
in the Auckland suburb of Henderson, in a
multicultural city is full of restaurants, shopping
popular tourist region known for its vineyards,
malls, theatres and activities. Located between
dining options and locally grown fresh produce.
two harbours and surrounded by ocean, there
Because of our multicultural influences, New
are plenty of wild beaches, islands and beautiful
Zealand food has a vibrant style and many of our
coastal scenery to explore within reach of the
Chefs are internationally recognised. Auckland
city centre. Auckland is one of New Zealand’s
is packed with restaurants and eateries serving
fastest growing cities and the country’s financial
a wide variety of cuisine from all over the world,
and economic powerhouse which creates
creating a unique study experience and a great
opportunities in many sectors for employment.
place to launch your career in cookery.
Tauranga Campus Christchurch Campus
Tauranga is New Zealand’s fifth largest city Christchurch is the largest city in the South
and the economic hub of the Western Bay of Island and the third largest city in New Zealand.
Plenty region. Many national and international The city centre is being rebuilt with new bars,
businesses are based there offering opportunities international restaurants and creative spaces
for employment. The Port of Tauranga is the appearing all over the city. This is great for
country’s largest export port and the city is students looking for part time work in the
extremely well positioned geographically with tourism, hospitality and construction industries.
easy access to all major New Zealand cities. Christchurch is also the gateway to all the
Tauranga has fantastic weather, good quality of magnificent South Island scenery and amazing
life, and exciting job opportunities, making it a outdoor activities.
popular destination for study and work.
The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018 2019 Aspire2 International | 13Our Programmes
At Aspire2 International, Business
our practical approach
to learning will help
you graduate with the
skills to be job ready. Level 4
Our programmes cover
a wide range of career
paths, so get started with NZ Diploma
Aspire2 International. in Business
(Level 5)
Level 5
English Programmes
NZ Diploma
in Business
(Level 6)
Level 6
General English
Diploma
Diploma in Graduate
in Business
Technology Diploma in Applied
Accounting
Management Management
(Level 7)
(Level 7) (Level 7)
ACCA: F1-F9
IELTS Preparation
Level 7
Diploma
Diploma in Diploma in
in Business
Accounting Business
Management
(Level 7) (Level 7)
(Level 7)
Elective Class
Options
Master Master BA (Hons)
of Business of Business Business
Administration Administration and Management
(Top-Up) (MBA) (Final Year)
NZCEL
(Level 4) Further
Pending Approval Study
Lincoln University: Lincoln University:
Master of Business in Master of Business
Global Management in Accounting and
and Marketing Finance
Study in Auckland,
Christchurch or Tauranga
Pathway to further study
Study in Auckland, Christchurch or Tauranga
Level 5-7 programmes
14 | 2019 Aspire2 International The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018Health Services Cookery & Hospitality
IT & Computing Engineering
Management Culinary Arts Management
NZ Certificate in
Cookery
(Level 4)
NZ Diploma
NZ Diploma
NZ Diploma in IT in Hospitality
in Cookery
(Level 5) Management
(Level 5)
(Level 5)
NZ Diploma
NZ Diploma in NZ Diploma in
in Engineering
Systems Hospitality
– Electrical and
Administration Management
Electronics
(Level 6) (Level 6)
(Level 6)
Graduate
Diploma in Diploma in
Diploma in Diploma
Health Services Electronics and
Computing in Information
Management Telecommunications
(Level 7) Technology
(Level 7) (Level 7)
(Level 7)
Auckland
University of
University of
Waikato:
Technology:
Master of
Master of Computer
Information
and Information
Technology
Sciences
(MInfoTech)
(MCIS)
Massey University:
Master of Information
Sciences (MInfoSc(IT))
Study in Auckland, Study in Auckland, Study in Study in Study in Auckland,
Christchurch or Christchurch or Tauranga Auckland Auckland Christchurch or
Tauranga Tauranga
Level 6-7 Level 4-5 Level 5-6
Level 7 programme Level 5-7 programmes
programmes programmes Programmes
Study pathway to University of Northhampton (UoN), United Kingdom
The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018 2019 Aspire2 International | 15Our Academic Partners
Our Academic Partners in both New Zealand and overseas offer pathway
opportunities for graduates of Aspire2 International programmes.
Eligibility criteria and study requirements differ across pathway
options. For more information and specific details please email us at
study@aspire2international.ac.nz
Association of Chartered Auckland University of
Certified Accountants Technology (AUT),
(ACCA) New Zealand
Founded in 1904, and headquartered in the United AUT is New Zealand’s second largest and fastest
Kingdom, the Association of Chartered Certified growing university with five faculties across three
Accountants (ACCA) is the world’s leading body for campuses in Auckland.
professional accountants.
AUT can staircase our students who have completed
The Diploma in Business Accounting Level 7 delivered by a qualification in Business, Hospitality Management,
Concordia Institute of Business is an ACCA accredited Engineering or Information Technology to various AUT
programme, students completing the program are Bachelor's, Postgraduate and Masters programmes.
exempted from 9 fundamental ACCA papers.
Business
Business • Bachelor of Business
• Exemption from Foundation Level F1 to F9
(9 papers) IT & Computing
• Master of Computer and Information Sciences
Auckland ICT Graduate School, • Master of Service Oriented Computing
New Zealand • Master of Information Security and
Digital Forensics
• Master of Science
• Postgraduate Diploma in Computer and
Information Sciences
The Auckland ICT Graduate School is a joint initiative
by the University of Auckland and the University of
Waikato in New Zealand, established to meet the
increasing demand for industry-ready ICT graduates.
Entry into the MInfoTech requires a B grade average
or higher at Level 7. Students require a Bachelor's
qualification to apply for the Masters of Information
Technology.
IT & Computing
• Masters of Information Technology
16 | 2019 Aspire2 International The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018Manukau Institute
Lincoln University, of Technology (MIT),
New Zealand New Zealand
Lincoln University was founded in Manukau Institute of Technology was established in
1878 and prides itself on developing students who are 1970 and is located in Auckland, New Zealand.
globally connected, forward thinking, and ready to shape
MIT offers graduates from our Engineering faculty a
tomorrow. Great futures grow at Lincoln.
pathway to their degree programme.
Lincoln University provides pathway opportunities for our
graduates with Level 5, 6, and 7 Business qualifications. Engineering
• Bachelor of Engineering Technology
Business
• Bachelor of Commerce
• Master of Business in Finance
University of
• Master of Professional Accounting Northampton (UoN),
• Master of Business in Global Management United Kingdom
and Marketing
The University of Northampton is a public university
based in the United Kingdom. It was formed by the
Massey University, New Zealand amalgamation of training colleges in 1999 and gained
full university status in 2005.
Aspire2 International is approved to deliver UoN
Bachelor's and Masters qualifications in the
Pacific Region.
Massey University is based in Palmerston North,
New Zealand, with campuses in Auckland and Business
Wellington and also offers national and worldwide
• BA (Hons) Business and Management
distance learning options.
• Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Massey Business School offers staircasing
opportunities to our students who have completed
Level 5, 6 and 7 Business and Level 7 IT qualifications.
Waikato Institute of
Technology (WINTEC),
Business New Zealand
• Business School Degree Programmes
• Master of Management The Waikato Institute of Technology, also known as
• Master of Business Studies Wintec, is one of New Zealand’s leading institutes of
technology and is based in Hamilton.
IT & Computing Students from the IT and Business faculties at Aspire2
International can apply for further study in various
• Master of Information Sciences
(Information Technology) Information Technology qualifications at Wintec.
IT & Computing
• Bachelor of Applied IT
• PGDip of Applied IT
• PGDip in Applied Informatics
• Master of Applied IT
The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018 2019 Aspire2 International | 17English Language
Programmes
Study in Auckland, Christchurch or Tauranga
Pathways to further study
18 | 2019 Aspire2 International The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018ENGLISH
What can I
study?
Programmes
General English
IELTS Preparation
Elective Class
Options
NZCEL
(Level 4)
Pending Approval
The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018 2019 Aspire2 International | 19Study English in
New Zealand with
Aspire2 International
Are you looking to study, meet new people, travel, work or
advance your career?
Join us at Aspire2 International and we will help you use English
to unlock the door to a world of new opportunities. Our dedicated,
professional tutors teach students from all over the world and will
ensure you have a unique and rewarding learning experience.
20 | 2019 Aspire2 International The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018ENGLISH
ENG NZQA approved and accredited
English Language
Programmes
NZCEL Delivered by Foundation
General IELTS Elective Class (Level 4) English Limited (FEL)
English Preparation Options Pending Auckland, Tauranga and
Approval
Christchurch
What will I learn? Student Support
General English • Academic support Auckland
Our General English course is great • Aspire2 Work (job support team)
for helping you make your way with • Quality student experience
confidence in an English speaking Category 1
country. Our experienced teachers Facilities
1 School
aim to make it fun to learn real-life,
• Study and computer area
everyday English. Classes are 20 to
• Free self-study computer program
23 hours per week depending on the
23 hours
location you choose. Lessons include • Student café and courtyard
23h per week
a mix of skills (reading, writing, • Free wi-fi
listening and speaking), as well as • Student library (Christchurch
language practice. eLibrary only) Student
part time
• Bicycle parking
IELTS Preparation working rights
We offer classes at foundation Am I eligible?
(Intermediate) and advanced levels There are no mandatory prerequisites
(Upper-Intermediate/Advanced), to meet regulatory requirements for
and our teachers will help you learn Tauranga and
this qualification.
strategies and develop the skills Christchurch
needed to perform well in the exam.
Pathways to further studies
This course will give you access to
At Aspire2 International we will Category 1
the latest resources and your progress
help prepare you for Certificate,
1 School
will be regularly assessed. Studying
Diploma, Bachelor, or post-graduate
in this class will help you make the
studies. This is your opportunity to
transition to tertiary studies.
move forward into your choice of 20 hours
(Note: IELTS classes are subject programme.
20h per week
to demand in Tauranga and
Christchurch.) Employment pathways
A solid result in the IELTS examination Student
will make it easier to work, live or study part time
in many English speaking countries. working rights
Refer to our website for intake dates at aspire2international.ac.nz
The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018 2019 Aspire2 International | 21Business
Programmes
Study in Auckland, Christchurch or Tauranga
Level 5-7 programmes
22 | 2019 Aspire2 International The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018What can I study?
Level 5 Level 6 Level 7 Further Study
BUSINESS
Graduate
Lincoln University:
Diploma in Applied
Management Master of Business
(With Specialisation)
in Accounting and
Finance
(Level 7)
Diploma Lincoln University:
in Business Master of Business
Management in Global
(With Specialisations) Management and
(Level 7) Marketing
BA (Hons) Business
NZ Diploma NZ Diploma Diploma and Management
in Business in Business in Business
(Final Year)
(Level 5) (Level 6) (Level 7)
Diploma in
Technology Master of Business
Management Administration
(with strands in Technology
(MBA)
Marketing and
New Enterprise)
(Level 7)
Master of Business
Diploma in Administration
Accounting
(Top-Up)
(Level 7)
ACCA
(Association of
Diploma in Chartered Certified
Business Accounting Accountants)
(Level 7) (Exemption of 9 papers
at Foundation
Level F1 -F9)
Study pathway to University of Northhampton
(UoN), United Kingdom
The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018 2019 Aspire2 International | 23Where can a START HERE
career in Business Customer Service
& Management PART TIME
Representative / Receptionist
take you? OPPORTUNITIES
WHILE STUDYING
Office Administrator
Assistant Office Manager /
Team Leader
FULL TIME
OPPORTUNITIES
Manager (All Sectors)
e.g. retail, marketing,
facilities, sales, hospitality,
project, technology
ADVANCED LEVEL
OPPORTUNITIES Area Manager
General Manager (All Sectors)
CEO
Salary Scope:
$35k - $207k+*
* Salaries information sourced from
TradeMe Salaries Guide in $NZD as at
September 2018.
24 | 2019 Aspire2 International The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018NZDB
NZQA approved and accredited
(L5)
New Zealand Diploma in Business -
(Level 5)
BUSINESS
Strands: Delivered by
120
Credits
1
YEAR
Accounting Concordia Institute of Business 120 credits
Administration and Technology Auckland, Christchurch, Tauranga (equivalent to 1 academic year)
Leadership and Management
Understanding the fundamentals of business – accounting, technology, leadership and more – will
give you a good foundation for your career in business. The programme focuses on developing your
business knowledge and skills to open opportunities for employment in the business world, or for
further study.
What will I learn? Administrative and Employment Pathways
This qualification will equip you with Technology Strand With the Accounting strand, you will
a broad range of practical business, Technology in Business have the skills and knowledge to be
leadership, and relationship skills Business System Administration employed in accounting roles, and
and knowledge. You can study a Business Functions provide volunteer accounting work for
combination of core and elective community groups.
papers to make sure you are qualified Leadership and With the Administration and
for your choice of role. Management Strand Technology strand, you will have the
Core Papers Leadership skills and knowledge to work in a
Managing People wide range of administration roles.
Intro to Business in New Zealand
Business Marketing Operational Management With the Leadership and Management
Organisational Communication strand, you will have the skills and
Am I eligible? knowledge to work at an operational
Elective Papers You need a Certificate in Business level for a range of business entities.
Level 3 or 4, or completion of New
Accounting Strand
Zealand Year 12 secondary schooling;
Accounting and Controls
or international equivalent; and/or
Budgeting and Taxation appropriate
Accounting Processes work experience.
* Please contact Aspire2 International for intake dates and information on the specialisations available at each campus
For international students: If you are coming from overseas, to be eligible for this course you must:
be 17 years provide evidence of an
IELTS overall band score
17
of age or older*
*For Auckland
campus only and 18+
5.5 of at least 5.5 (Academic),
with no individual band have a Pearson Academic Test with have a B2 Communicator
for other regions less than 5.0 an overall score of 42 and above Test with a HIGH PASS grade
Refer to our website for intake dates at aspire2international.ac.nz
The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018 2019 Aspire2 International | 25NZDB
NZQA approved and accredited
(L6)
New Zealand Diploma in Business -
(Level 6)
Strands: Delivered by
120
Credits
1
YEAR
Accounting Concordia Institute of Business 120 credits
Administration and Technology Auckland, Christchurch, Tauranga (equivalent to 1 academic year)
Leadership and Management
From strategy to marketing, economics to management – developing these fundamentals will give you
a powerful foundation to your career in business. The programme focuses on developing you personally
and professionally, to open opportunities for employment in the business world or for further study.
What will I learn? Core Papers Am I eligible?
This qualification provides you with Strategic Management This programme is open to anyone
well-developed administrative skills Business Communication aged 18 and over.
and a broad knowledge of a wide Organisation Management
variety of business contexts. You Employment Pathways
get to apply solutions to a defined Elective Papers* With the Accounting strand, you will
range of unpredictable problems,
Accounting Strand have the skills and knowledge to
and analyse and evaluate information
Business Finance and Taxation be employed in accounting roles,
from a variety of sources. There are
and provide volunteer accounting
opportunities to put your leadership Accounting Information and Systems
work for community groups.
skills to the test. Company Reporting and Analysis
With the Administration and
You will also learn essential skills such
Administration and Technology strand, you will have the
as developing text documents and
Technology Strand skills and knowledge to work in a
spreadsheets, organising meetings,
Systemic Business Administration wide range of administration roles.
maintaining financial records and
creating presentations. Change Management With the Leadership and Management
Managerial Technology strand, you will have the skills and
knowledge to work at an operational
Leadership and Management Strand level for a range of business entities.
Project and Financial Management
Modern Business Practice
Managing People and Change
* Please contact Aspire2 International for intake dates and information on the strands available at each campus.
For international students: If you are coming from overseas, to be eligible for this course you must:
provide evidence of an IELTS
18
be 18 years overall band score of at
of age or older
6.0 least 6.0 (Academic), with no
individual band less than 5.5
have a Pearson Academic Test with
overall score of 50 and above
have a C1 Expert Test
with PASS grade
Refer to our website for intake dates at aspire2international.ac.nz
26 | 2019 Aspire2 International The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018DBM
NZQA approved and accredited
(L7)
Diploma in Business Management -
(Level 7) (with Specialisations)
BUSINESS
Specialisations Delivered by
240
Credits
2
YEARS
Small to Medium Enterprise Management Concordia Institute of Business 240 credits
Information Technology Management Auckland, Christchurch (equivalent to 2 academic years)
Tourism and Hospitality Management
If you have prior business management experience and would like to obtain a specialisation, this is
an excellent opportunity for upskilling. The programme runs up to two years. You can join the second
year directly if you have a relevant qualification.
What will I learn? Core Papers Information Technology
This qualification will give you the Small Business Conceptual Issues Management
skills to take on a role in business International Trade and Finance Information Systems Project
management, administration Management
Accounting Principles
or planning, with an in-depth Information Systems for SMEs
Operations Management
understanding of all areas of business,
including leadership, communication, Marketing Management Tourism and Hospitality
marketing operations and systems. Corporate Strategy and Planning Management
Specialist streams give you Strategic Marketing Fundamentals of Tourism and Hospitality
opportunities in business Managing in Organisations Strategic Operations in Tourism
ownership, information technology
Strategic Human Resource Management and Hospitality
or tourist operations.
Project Management
Am I eligible?
Global Business Communication
You must have successfully completed a
Strategic Business Plan for SME
Diploma programme at Level 5 or above.
Elective Papers* If you don’t have formal qualifications
Small to Medium Enterprises but you have at least two years
appropriate managerial experience,
Innovation and Entrepreneurship in SMEs
your application will be considered on
Organisational Management
a case-by-case basis. Please include
and Leadership
a reference letter from your employer
with your application.
* Please contact Aspire2 International for intake dates and information on the specialisations available at each campus
For international students: If you are coming from overseas, to be eligible for this course you must:
provide evidence of an IELTS
18
be 18 years overall band score of at
of age or older
6.0 least 6.0 (Academic), with no
individual band less than 5.5
have a Pearson Academic Test
with overall score of 50 and above
have a C1 Expert Test
with PASS grade
Refer to our website for intake dates at aspire2international.ac.nz
The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018 2019 Aspire2 International | 27DB
NZQA approved and accredited
(L7)
Diploma in Business -
(Level 7)
120 1
YEAR
Delivered by Concordia Institute of Business Credits
Auckland, Christchurch, Tauranga 120 credits (equivalent to 1 academic year)
Enhance your business career or continue with graduate level studies with this one-year programme.
You will be recognised by employers, educational institutions and the business community as a positive
contributor to enterprise and industry. You may go on to further study towards a degree or professional
qualifications at a range of tertiary institutions both in New Zealand and abroad.
What will I learn? Am I eligible?
You will gain in-depth understanding You must have successfully
of the concepts, theories and models completed a Diploma programme of
that underpin a range of essential Level 6 or above.
business functions.
If you don’t have formal qualifications
You will manage and complete a but you have at least three years
business project, and report using relevant work experience, your
concepts previously covered within application will be considered on a
the programme. case-by-case basis. Please include
a reference letter from your employer
Core Papers with your application.
Organisational Change
Strategic Management
Accounting and Finance
Marketing Management
Business Communication
Business Project
For international students: If you are coming from overseas, to be eligible for this course you must:
provide evidence of an IELTS
18 be 18 years overall band score of at
of age or older
6.0 least 6.0 (Academic), with no
individual band less than 5.5
have a Pearson Academic Test
with overall score of 50 and above
have a C1 Expert Test
with PASS grade
Refer to our website for intake dates at aspire2international.ac.nz
28 | 2019 Aspire2 International The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018GDAM
NZQA approved and accredited
(L7)
Graduate Diploma in Applied Management
(Level 7) (with Specialisations)
BUSINESS
Specialisations Delivered by
120
Credits
1
YEAR
Retail Management Concordia Institute of Business 120 credits
Information Technology Management Auckland, Christchurch (equivalent to 1 academic year)
Tourism and Hospitality Management
Project Management
What will I learn? Information Technology Employment Pathways
The qualification is intended for people Management: Graduates of this qualification will
with prior qualifications or experience Information Systems Project have a firm understanding of core
in business management who wish Management business concepts coupled with
to acquire knowledge and skills to Information Systems within practical application skills acquired
pursue managerial roles in specific Organisations through their specialisation strands,
business sectors within New Zealand research and acquired knowledge.
or internationally, or for further study in Tourism and Hospitality They will be able to work effectively in
the field of business management. Management: entry to mid-level management roles
New Zealand Tourism Management across a wide range of sectors both
Graduates of this qualification may
large and small, in established and
undertake further study towards Tourism and Hospitality Industry
Strategic Management start-up organisations.
degree programmes across a number
of business disciplines or towards
professional qualifications at a range Project Management: Graduate Outcomes
of tertiary institutions both in New Managing Projects Graduates will gain the skills required
Zealand and abroad. Project Quality Assurance to integrate into New Zealand
organisations and contribute
Core Papers
Am I eligible? confidently to a range of organisational
Managing People and frameworks and functions.
Organisational Behaviour You must:
They will be able to demonstrate an
Business and Marketing Communication • Have successfully completed an
in-depth understanding of business
Applied Accounting and Budgeting undergraduate degree or higher, or
management concepts underpinning
Strategic Operational Management • Provide evidence of equivalent
the functional areas of strategic
practical, professional or
management, accounting and finance,
Elective Papers educational experience and have
business communication, marketing
Retail Management: gained approval from the Academic
management, organisational
Functions of Retail Management Board for special admission.
behaviour, and people management.
Retail Customer Orientation
* Please contact Aspire2 International for intake dates and information on the specialisations available at each campus
For international students: If you are coming from overseas, to be eligible for this course you must:
Provide evidence of an
20 be 20 years IELTS band score of at
of age or older
6.0 least 6.0 (Academic), with
no score lower than 5.5
have a Pearson Academic Test
with overall score of 50 and above
have a C1 Expert Test
with PASS grade
Refer to our website for intake dates at aspire2international.ac.nz
The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018 2019 Aspire2 International | 29DTM
NZQA approved and accredited
(L7)
Diploma in Technology Management -
(Level 7)
Strands Delivered by
120
Credits
1
YEAR
Technology Marketing Concordia Institute of Business 120 credits
New Enterprise Development Auckland (equivalent to 1 academic year)
Enhance your career in technology management, technology sales management or enterprise
development. Your skills can be applied to a new enterprise, an established workplace, or may lead to
higher level management or business study.
What will I learn? Elective Papers many benefits to Aspire2 International
This year-long programme is designed Technology Marketing Strand students including:
for students who would like to Consumer Behaviour • Providing training programmes
enhance their knowledge and skills in to selected students to develop
Marketing of Technology Products
technology management, technology entrepreneurship skills
Project: Marketing Planning for
sales management or enterprise
Technology Products and Services • Identifying promising entrepreneurs
development. Skills and knowledge
with ideas to build business
gained through this programme can
New Enterprise Development Strand opportunities
be applied directly to established
(in collaboration with e-Centre) • Coaching selected students in the
workplaces, start-up enterprises
Technology Entrepreneurship creation and validation of business
or used as the basis to enter post-
graduate / higher level management / e-Centre Sprint Programme: opportunities
business study. Technology
Business Feasibility Planning Am I eligible?
Core Papers Project: Technology Enterprise You must have successfully completed
Financial Management Planning a Diploma Level 6 and have two years’
Project Management work experience in a technology field.
e-Centre
Operations Management for If you don’t have formal qualifications
Technology-based Enterprises Aspire2 International works with but you have at least five years relevant
Massey University’s e-Centre, its work experience, your application will
Advancing Sustainable and Profitable
business enterprise and innovation be considered based on an acceptable
Businesses Using ICT
centre. This partnership delivers business concept proposal.
For international students: If you are coming from overseas, to be eligible for this course you must:
provide evidence of an IELTS
18
be 18 years overall band score of at
of age or older
6.0 least 6.0 (Academic), with no
individual band less than 5.5
have a Pearson Academic Test
with overall score of 50 and above
have a C1 Expert Test
with PASS grade
Refer to our website for intake dates at aspire2international.ac.nz
30 | 2019 Aspire2 International The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018DBA
NZQA approved and accredited
(L7)
Diploma in Business Accounting -
(Level 7)
BUSINESS
Delivered by Concordia Institute of Business
240
Credits
2
YEARS
Auckland 240 credits (equivalent to 2 academic years)
You do not need a prior accounting experience to enter this two-year programme. It will prepare you for
entry level professional positions in applied accounting and financial management, or for further studies
at a Bachelor level in accounting and finance. If you intend to continue studying, you will qualify to
complete 5 professional papers of the ACCA programme or the Oxford Brookes University’s BSc (Hons)
in Applied Accounting.
You will be eligible for direct enrolment into the second year if you have completed a recognised three-
year accounting qualification. If you have completed equivalent modules from the ACCA Fundamentals
level modules, you may cross-credit up to 120 credits.
What will I learn? Core Papers Am I eligible?
This two-year diploma programme Business Environment and Management You must have successfully completed
is an Association of Chartered Management Accounting a relevant Diploma Level 5, or have
Certified Accountants (ACCA) Financial Accounting related work experience in the
accredited programme and you will accounting field.
Corporate and Business Law
graduate with an exemption from F1
to F9 of the Fundamentals level of the Performance Management
ACCA qualification. Taxation
Financial Reporting
Audit and Assurance
Financial Management
Small Business Accounting
MYOB / Xero / Payroll
For international students: If you are coming from overseas, to be eligible for this course you must:
provide evidence of an IELTS
18
be 18 years overall band score of at
of age or older
6.0 least 6.0 (Academic), with no
individual band less than 5.5
have a Pearson Academic Test
with overall score of 50 and above
have a C1 Expert Test
with PASS grade
Refer to our website for intake dates at aspire2international.ac.nz
The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018 2019 Aspire2 International | 31DA
NZQA approved and accredited
(L7)
Diploma in Accounting -
(Level 7)
Delivered by Concordia Institute of Business
120
Credits
1
YEAR
Auckland, Christchurch 120 credits (equivalent to 1 academic year)
Enhance your accounting career with this year-long qualification, by learning about the New Zealand
accounting environment. You will be recognised by employers, educational institutions and the
community as a positive contributor to business enterprise and industry. This qualification can lead to
further study in professional accountancy, or on to employment.
What will I learn? Core Papers Am I eligible?
You will gain the skills you need to Small Business Accounting You must have successfully completed
contribute confidently within a range Cost and Management Accounting a relevant Diploma Level 6, or have
of organisational frameworks and Financial Accounting a Bachelor degree or an overseas
functions. You will know how to use equivalent in accounting.
Taxation
accounting and payroll software, and
understand managerial and financial Audit and Assurance
accounting, taxation, and financial Financial Management
management. You will learn to think MYOB / Xero / Payroll
critically about business issues, and
propose solutions.
For international students: If you are coming from overseas, to be eligible for this course you must:
provide evidence of an IELTS
18
be 18 years overall band score of at
of age or older
6.0 least 6.0 (Academic), with no
individual band less than 5.5
have a Pearson Academic Test
with overall score of 50 and above
have a C1 Expert Test
with PASS grade
Refer to our website for intake dates at aspire2international.ac.nz
32 | 2019 Aspire2 International The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018BA(H)BM
(Final)
BA (Hons) Business and Management
(Final Year) (Top-Up Programme)
BUSINESS
The BAM Top-Up is an internationally recognised Bachelor's degree from the University of
Northampton. This programme is designed for those with High National Diploma (HDN) qualifications,
New Zealand Diploma in Business or similar UK and international qualifications. The programme allows
you to gain a full honours degree in one year. You could move on to further study or work in marketing,
finance, human resources and general business. The BAM Top-up is designed to be offered in parallel
to a New Zealand Level 7 Business qualification.
What will I learn? Am I eligible?
The programme covers key aspects If you have an HND (Edexcel, ABE,
of business and management practice NCC) or Foundation Degree in
and theory, while helping you develop Business, New Zealand Diploma in
individual and group skills. Business, or equivalent, we welcome
your application.
Core Papers If you have signed up to one of our
The programme comprises modules Business Level 7 programmes, you
from the final year of the three-year may also apply for this programme.
BAM programme. You will be admitted
to this programme based on your
previous academic qualifications and/
or work experience.
Typical modules cover:
• Business Communication
• Marketing Management
• Organisational Change
• Strategic Management
• Accounting and Finance for Managers
• Business Project
If English is not your first language you must provide evidence that you will be able to study
at degree level English.
provide evidence of an IELTS overall band score of As this is a UK qualification and not on the New
at least 6.0 (Academic), with no individual band less Zealand Qualifications Framework, you will not be
6.0 than 5.5 eligible for an international student visa.
Refer to our website for intake dates at aspire2international.ac.nz
The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018 2019 Aspire2 International | 33Health Services
Management
Programme
Study in Auckland, Christchurch or Tauranga
Level 7 programme
34 | 2019 Aspire2 International The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018What can I study?
Level 7
Diploma in
Health Services
Management
(Level 7)
HEALTH SERVICES
Where can a career in Health
Services Management take you?
Salary Scope: $35k - $95k+*
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Caregiver
PART TIME
OPPORTUNITIES
WHILE STUDYING
Healthcare Facilities Supervisor
• Family Support Worker
• Community Health Coordinator
FULL TIME • Disabilities Service Officer
OPPORTUNITIES • Youth Worker
• Recreational Therapist
• Probation Officer
• Healthcare Unit Manager
ADVANCED LEVEL
OPPORTUNITIES • Health and Welfare Services Manager
• Residential Manager
* Salaries information sourced from TradeMe Salaries Guide in $NZD as at September 2018
The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018 2019 Aspire2 International | 35During my studies I worked as a Healthcare
Assistant and was deployed to different
hospitals around Auckland. As I was aspiring
to become a New Zealand Registered Nurse,
this industry experience was invaluable.
Ailex Valdez
Diploma in Health Services Management
36 | 2019 Aspire2 International The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018DHSM
NZQA approved and accredited
(L7)
Diploma in Health Services Management -
(Level 7)
120 1
YEAR
HEALTH SERVICES
Delivered by Concordia Institute of Business Credits
Auckland, Christchurch, Tauranga 120 credits (equivalent to 1 academic year)
If you are a health professional thinking of taking on management responsibilities, this one-year diploma
takes a learner-focused collaborative approach and will improve your current level of qualification.
What will I learn? Personal & Team Effectiveness in Employment pathways
The diploma is divided into three Health and Social Care Graduates will be qualified to gain
learning blocks, each with sector- Managing Service Delivery in the employment in New Zealand and
specific areas of study that exposes Healthcare Sector internationally in a range of supervisory
you to aspects of health management An Investigative Research Project: or managerial roles in healthcare or
and training. You will gain the Leading Strategic Change in Health & health services organisations.
knowledge, skills and understanding of Social Care
Positions open to graduates may
the practices, theories and principles
include Healthcare Facilities
required to be an effective manager in Am I eligible?
Supervisor, Healthcare Unit Coordinator
a healthcare or a related field. To enter this programme, you will need: or Manager, Residential Services
You will study seven papers that total • A Level 6 qualification or its Manager, Day Services Manager,
120 credits, including a 30 credit equivalent in a Healthcare / Health and Welfare Services Manager,
research paper. Health Services related field such Community Health Coordinator and
as Nursing / Physiotherapy / Health Promotions Manager.
Core Papers Medical Practitioner / Social Work
Managing Finance in Health and / Biotechnology / Bioinformatics
Social Care / Pharmacy / Medical Lab /
Ayurvedic, etc; or at least three
Managing Enterprise in the Healthcare
Sector years’ relevant work experience
Facilitating Training and Development • Approval for special admission from
in the Healthcare Sector the Academic Board
Health Promotion in New Zealand:
A Focus on Women’s Health
For international students: If you are coming from overseas, to be eligible for this course you must:
provide evidence of an IELTS
18
be 18 years overall band score of at
of age or older
6.0 least 6.0 (Academic), with no
individual band less than 5.5
have a Pearson Academic Test
with overall score of 50 and above
have a C1 Expert Test
with PASS grade
Refer to our website for intake dates at aspire2international.ac.nz
The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018 2019 Aspire2 International | 37IT & Computing
Programmes
Study in Auckland, Christchurch or Tauranga
Level 5-7 programmes
38 | 2019 Aspire2 International The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018What can I study?
Level 5 Level 6 Level 7 Further Study
Massey University:
NZ Diploma Graduate Diploma
New Zealand Master of
in Systems in Information
Diploma in IT Information Sciences
Administration Technology
(Level 5) (Information
(Level 6) (Level 7)
Technology)
Auckland University
Diploma in of Technology:
Computing Master of Computer
(Level 7) and Information
Sciences
University of Waikato:
IT & COMPUTING
Master of
Information
Technology
Where can a career in Salary Scope:
Computing & IT take you? $45k - $207k+*
PART TIME OPPORTUNITIES FULL TIME ADVANCED LEVEL
WHILE STUDYING OPPORTUNITIES OPPORTUNITIES
• Computer Network and
Systems Engineer
• Hardware Technician
• Office Equipment • Network Administrator
• ICT Customer
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Technologist
Support Officer • Network Analyst
• Photocopier
• Web Administrator • Analyst Programmer
Technologist
• ICT Support • Developer
• IT Service Desk
Technician • Software Engineer
• IT Equipment /
• Computer Systems • ICT Programmer
Trades Worker
Technician • ICT Specialist
• Network Designer
* Salaries information sourced from TradeMe Salaries Guide in $NZD as at September 2018.
The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018 2019 Aspire2 International | 39NZDITTS NZQA approved and accredited
(L5)
New Zealand Diploma in Information
Technology Technical Support - (Level 5)
Delivered by Concordia Institute of Business
120
Credits
1
YEAR
Auckland, Christchurch, Tauranga 120 credits (equivalent to 1 academic year)
This one-year programme will equip you with technical knowledge and hands-on experience in
technical support. You will be able to pursue an IT career or move on to further study.
What will I learn? Core Papers Am I eligible?
You will gain skills in computer There are six modules that include the To enter this programme, you will need:
systems, application and system following topics:
• A Certificate in Computing
software, and network support and
Modern Data Communications Level 3 or 4
configuration in a New Zealand
Applied Communications • Successful completion of
IT environment. You will learn to
develop basic computer applications, Systems and Applications Support New Zealand Year 12 secondary
administer databases and gain Systems Installation and Maintenance schooling; or international
an understanding of user support equivalent; and/or appropriate
Application Design and Development
standards. New Zealand’s professional, related work experience
Database Development and Design
legal, and ethical principles and
practices are also covered.
For international students: If you are coming from overseas, to be eligible for this course you must:
be 17 years provide evidence of an
of age or older IELTS overall band score
17 *For Auckland
campus only and 18+
for other regions.
5.5 of at least 5.5 (Academic),
with no individual band have a Pearson Academic Test have a B2 Communicator
less than 5.0 with overall score of 42 and above Test with HIGH PASS grade
Refer to our website for intake dates at aspire2international.ac.nz
40 | 2019 Aspire2 International The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018NZDSA
NZQA approved and accredited
(L6)
New Zealand Diploma in Systems
Administration - (Level 6)
120 1
YEAR
Delivered by Concordia Institute of Business Credits
Auckland, Christchurch, Tauranga 120 credits (equivalent to 1 academic year)
This programme will equip you with technical knowledge and hands-on experience in systems
administration and skills in industry communication. You will be able to pursue a career in IT, or
move on to further study.
IT & COMPUTING
What will I learn? Core papers
On successfully completing this Network Services
programme, you will be able to: Active Directory Services
• Implement a range of technologies Infrastructure Virtualisation
for systems and network services E-communications (project)
• Plan and implement automated Applied Communications
system and application software Automated Systems Deployment
deployment
• Plan, implement, and manage a Am I eligible?
directory service You should hold the New Zealand
• Analyse a range of options and Diploma of Information Technology
implement a solution Technical Support (Level 5) or
• Implement a server-based have equivalent knowledge, skills
virtualisation infrastructure and experience.
• Administer infrastructure for remote
network access
• Manage and administer a messaging
and collaboration service
• Write scripts to automate standard
system procedures
• Apply IT service and change
management processes and procedures
For international students: If you are coming from overseas, to be eligible for this course you must:
provide evidence of an IELTS
18
be 18 years overall band score of at
of age or older
6.0 least 6.0 (Academic), with no
individual band less than 5.5
have a Pearson Academic Test
with overall score of 50 and above
have a C1 Expert Test
with PASS grade
Refer to our website for intake dates at aspire2international.ac.nz
The information in this publication is accurate as of September 2018 2019 Aspire2 International | 41DC
NZQA approved and accredited
(L7)
Diploma in Computing -
(Level 7)
Strands Delivered by
120
Credits
1
YEAR
Software Development Concordia Institute of Business 120 credits
Computer Networking Auckland, Christchurch (equivalent to 1 academic year)
If you already have qualifications or experience in IT and you wish to pursue a more specialised role,
this one-year programme is your next best step. This programme will also equip you to pursue further
studies in computing and IT.
What will I learn? Core Papers Project Papers
You will be able to specialise in Ethics and Professionalism Develop and deploy a software
either Software Development or in Computing application system
Computer Networking. Strategic Implementation of Install and configure a computer
Information Systems network system
For Software Development, you
will build your skills in analysing, IT Project Management Initiate, Plan and Manage an IT Project
designing and building robust and Final Specialisation Project Create technical documentation for an
user-friendly enterprise or web-based IT system
systems. You will assure the quality Computer Networking Papers
throughout the development process. Wireless Networks Am I eligible?
For Computer Networking, you will Service Desk Operations Management You must have:
develop essential skills in both wired • A Level 6 Diploma in Computing or
Network Infrastructure Design
and wireless computer network equivalent skills or knowledge
Network Security and Data Protection
design and setup, administration, • Two years' work experience in
maintenance and security. As a software development, networking
Software Development Papers
specialist who can design, maintain or equivalent skills
and secure these computer networks, Software Testing
you will be in demand. Web Programming
Object Oriented Analysis and Design
For either specialty, you may also
choose to gain MTA, MCSE and Application Development
MCDBA certification from Microsoft.
Additional fees apply.
* Please contact Aspire2 International for intake dates and information on the strands available at each campus
For international students: If you are coming from overseas, to be eligible for this course you must:
have an IELTS overall
18
be 18 years band score of at least 6.0
6.0
of age or older (Academic), no individual have a Pearson Academic Test have a C1 Expert Test
band less than 5.5 with overall score of 50 and above with PASS grade
Refer to our website for intake dates at aspire2international.ac.nz
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