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Graduate Diploma in Data Analytics

New Zealand Skills and Education College

Subject area

Systems Analysis and Design

Duration

32 Weeks

Total student fees

$7,760

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About the course

What can I expect out of this qualification?

The aim of the Graduate Diploma in Data Anaytics is to provide students with work-ready skills and specific knowledge to effectively use IT tools to support management in making informed business decisions, which will benefit large corporations, SMEs, NGOs, Māori and Pacific businesses and communities. Students will be career changers, and people upskilling to gain advanced skills and knowledge to collect and analyse big data, write machine learning algorithms, AI application, and optimise decision making. This programme will incorporate a focus on the importance of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and biculturalism and how it might apply in a professional context.

Key Information for Students

Entry Requirements

Minimum requirements

Domestic and International applicants must hold a relevant and recognised Degree Level qualification equivalent to at least 360 credits at NZQA Level 7 or equivalent. Applicants aged 20 years or above who have not met the General Admission and Entry Requirements may be eligible for special admission. We consider a number of factors when assessing special admissions, such as previous education and training, work experience, and motivation to study. Special admission may be granted upon evaluation by the Head of School and the Academic Board, or delegated authority, based on supplied evidence. This may include a resume, personal statement, and portfolio. It is expected these documents provide evidence of a minimum of 2 years' relevant work experience undertaken by the applicant. This will be based on a case-by-case evaluation for each applicant. English Language Requirements Students must have the English language competence to undertake this programme which is taught and assessed in English. Applications who have English as a second language are required to have an International English Language Test System (IELTS) Academic score of 6.0 with no individual band score lower than 5.5; or equivalent. The score must have been achieved in one test taken within the preceding two years. This is subject to NZQA Rule 18, details of which can be found at:http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/about-us/our-role/legislation/nzqa-rules/nzqf-related-rules/the-table/ International Students International students must meet the General Admission Criteria (or equivalent), English Language requirements and hold a valid study visa to enrol in this programme. International students on study visas will not be eligible to enrol in part-time courses.

Detailed requirements

See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.


Duration

32 Weeks


Tuition Fees

Annual Total qualification
Student fees
(what you pay)
$7,760 $7,760
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
$10,824 $10,824
Total $18,584 $18,584

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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.


Student Success

N/A


National Graduate Outcomes

Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:

Median earnings N/A
Earnings range N/A
In employment N/A
In further study N/A
On a benefit N/A

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Contact details

Main Campus Office

Phone: (09) 827 6100
Fax: (09) 827 2660
Email: nzqa@nzse.ac.nz
Web: http://www.nzse.ac.nz

Please contact the provider for details of where this qualification is offered.

Where does this information come from?

The Key Information for Students data is compiled by the Tertiary Education Commission based on information provided by tertiary education providers and the Ministry of Education. Remember to check the provider’s website for further details.

NZQA supplies all other information based on material from the provider.

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