Graduate Certificate in Strategic Management

University of Waikato

Certificate

Study Discipline: Business Administration

Study Programme Details

City: Hamilton, Tauranga

Country: New Zealand

Admission Sessions: Autumn Session, Spring Session

Study Format: Full Time, Part Time

Mode of Study: Fully on Site, Hybrid, Online

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Programme Type

Certificate

Duration

4 Months

Scholarship Available

Yes

Language

English

About this Study Course

Embark on a transformative journey with our Graduate Certificate in Strategic Management, a program designed to empower you with the skills to unravel a company’s potential, identify new market opportunities, and craft a decisive plan for sustainable growth and success. Beyond a mere academic pursuit, this short course serves as a gateway to further educational endeavors.

Overview

At the summit of organizational leadership, Strategic Management is the key orchestrator. This program propels you into a realm where you learn to critically analyze a company’s landscape, formulate strategies for future enhancement, and cultivate an acute awareness of emerging threats and opportunities. Delve into practical case studies of real-world companies, honing your analytical prowess, decision-making acumen, and problem-solving skills—qualities highly sought after by employers.

Admission Requirements

completed a bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification; OR
be able to demonstrate they have adequate training, experience, and ability to proceed with the programme.
IELTS overall score of 6.0 (with no bands below 5.5), or
a TOEFL iBT (Internet Based TOEFL) score of 80 with a Writing score of 21, or
a TOEFL iBT Home Edition score of 80 with a Writing score of 21, or
a B grade or better at Level 7 in the Certificate of Attainment in Academic English, or
a PTE Academic overall score of 46 with no band less than 36, or
a Language-Cert International ESOL (LRWS) B2 Communicator Expert with 33-37 score per skill, or
awarded a New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Academic) (Level 4), or
a Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English (ISE) II with distinction in all four components, or
a B2 First (formally known as Cambridge English: First (FCE)) with an overall score of 169 and no bands below 162, or
a C2 Proficiency (formally known as Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)) with an overall score of 169 and no bands below 162, or
a Michigan English Test (formally known as Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB)) minimum score of 54.

Embark on your educational journey with a unique structure that blends theory and practical application. Complete four papers (60 points) in total, including an introductory paper (15 points) and three advanced papers (45 points) at 300-level. Choose from a range of specialist subjects in Strategic Management and explore one elective paper (15 points) in another subject. This distinctive structure ensures a comprehensive understanding and practical application of strategic management principles.

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Future Career Outcomes

Witness the impact of our program through real-world success stories of alumni who have excelled in diverse fields. This program aligns seamlessly with industry demands, providing a skill set that is not only relevant but also anticipates the evolving job market. Develop skills that go beyond the theoretical, creating a pathway to a future where strategic leadership is not just a role but a way of life.