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Diploma in Management & Team Leadership

Step Into Management with a Diploma in Team Leadership

Build practical management and leadership skills online. Study self-paced over 12 months and earn an ICOES and CPD-endorsed credential.

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12 Mths
Duration
Online
Delivery
32
Units
Flexible
Start Date
CPD Endorsed
Credential
Diploma in Management & Team Leadership

Step Into Management with a Diploma in Team Leadership

Build practical management and leadership skills online. Study self-paced over 12 months and earn an ICOES and CPD-endorsed credential.

CPD Endorsed100% OnlineFrom $29/Week
12 Mths
Duration
Online
Delivery
32
Units
Flexible
Start Date
CPD Endorsed
Credential
Why Study This

Practical, Job-Relevant Skills You Can Build.

300 Hours Of Practical, Exam-Free Coursework

ICOES And CPD Standards Office Endorsed Certificate

8 NZ-Focused EBooks Included With Enrolment

Skills & Applications

Skills You'll Build

Practical, job-relevant skills for these roles. As a professional development course, it builds capability in this field rather than guaranteeing a specific role or salary.

35k+
Employed in business & management (NZ)
↑ 9%
Projected job growth (NZ)
Team LeaderOversees day-to-day team performance, coordinates tasks, and supports staff to meet operational goals.
Assistant ManagerSupports senior management with scheduling, reporting, staff coordination, and general business operations.
Operations CoordinatorManages workflows, resources, and processes to keep a team or department running efficiently.
Project Team CoordinatorAssists with planning, tracking, and communicating progress across project teams and stakeholders.
HR Coordinator (Support)Helps with recruitment administration, onboarding, policy documentation, and employee records.
Training and Development AssistantSupports the delivery of staff training programmes and helps track learning outcomes across a team.
Change Management Support OfficerAssists organisations navigating change by coordinating communication, documentation, and team support…
Office Manager (Small Team)Handles the operational and administrative functions of a small office or business unit.

Indicative market figures from publicly available New Zealand data (Stats NZ · careers.govt.nz). Possible career directions only; no specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed. Where you go depends on your experience, the employer and your location.

What You’ll Learn

32 Units

Core Units · 32 units
  • Topic 1Workplace Health and Safety
  • Topic 2First Aid and Medical Emergencies
  • Topic 3Accounting and Bookkeeping Fundamentals
  • Topic 4General Journal
  • Topic 5General Ledger & the Trial Balance
  • Topic 6Depreciation
  • Topic 7Adjusting Entries
  • Topic 8Financial Statements
  • Topic 9Budgeting, Forecasting, and Cashflow Management
  • Topic 10Financial Statement Analysis
  • Topic 11Introduction to Leadership
  • Topic 12Leadership Qualities
  • Topic 13Interpersonal Relationships
  • Topic 14Communication Skills
  • Topic 15Team Building
  • Topic 16Systematic & Lateral Thinking
  • Topic 17Management & Organisational Structures
  • Topic 18Management Theories & Procedures
  • Topic 19Problem Solving & Decision Making
  • Topic 20Management Styles & External Influences
  • Topic 21Employing People & Interview Skills
  • Topic 22Staff Management
  • Topic 23Ethics and Equity
  • Topic 24Human Behaviour
  • Topic 25Workplace Communication Skills
  • Topic 26Controlling Operations
  • Topic 27Recruitment
  • Topic 28Staff Training
  • Topic 29Work Teams
  • Topic 30Positive Discipline
  • Topic 31Grievances and Complaints
  • Topic 32Monitoring and Reporting
Before You Apply

Entry Requirements

What you’ll typically need to get started.

No formal academic prerequisites

Requirements can vary by intake and pathway, so submit an enquiry to confirm what applies to you.

What’s Included

Everything That Comes With Your Enrolment

100% Online, Self-Paced Study

Study completely online at your own pace, fitting learning around work, family, and daily life.

Unlimited Tutor Support

Access unlimited tutor support via phone and email during business hours throughout your course.

Industry-Accredited Certificate of Achievement

Upon completion, receive a Certificate of Achievement accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office, recognised internationally.

Career Centre & Career Coaching

Instant access to the Career Centre upon enrolment, including CV templates, a free personalised CV review, interview preparation, latest job opportunities, and a five-step job success process.

Free eBooks Included

Eight free eBooks included covering NZ tax, employment legislation, workplace behaviour, HR management, leadership strategies, and more.

No Exams

This course has no exams, ever, allowing you to demonstrate your learning through practical coursework.

Flexible Payment Options

Choose to pay upfront or via a flexible payment plan weekly, fortnightly, or monthly with no deposit and no credit check required.

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Your Provider

The Career Academy NZ

The Career Academy offers an online Career Centre providing career coaching, CV reviews, interview preparation, job search resources, and LinkedIn profile reviews. Students have access to a Career Success Hub, Business Hub, and Self Service Resource Hub. The centre includes one-to-one coaching from dedicated career support staff and is available to all students during and after their studies.

Fees & Funding

Flexible Ways To Pay

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on an interest-free payment plan
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Getting Started

Your Path To Enrolment

A few simple steps from enquiry to your first day.

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Why Students Choose Us

Recognised Training, Real Support

Career Support

Dedicated career services to help graduates move into work.

Wellbeing Support

Ongoing support throughout your studies, including post-placement support.

Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

There are no formal entry requirements listed for this diploma. It suits people who are working or have some workplace experience and want to move into a leadership or management role. Submit an enquiry to confirm whether any prerequisites apply to your situation.
A flexible payment plan is available, with weekly, fortnightly, or monthly options, no deposit, and no credit check required. Full pricing details are not listed here. Submit an enquiry to get current pricing and payment plan options.
Students have 12 months of access to complete approximately 300 hours of coursework. Because the course is self-paced, you can move faster or slower depending on your schedule. Submit an enquiry to confirm whether extensions are available if needed.
The course is 100% online and self-paced, so you study when it suits you. Unlimited tutor support is available by phone and email during business hours throughout your enrolment. There are no exams; learning is assessed through practical coursework.
This course does not include a work placement. Learning is applied through practical coursework and supported by real-world content including NZ employment legislation and HR management topics.
Graduates receive a Certificate of Achievement accredited by ICOES and endorsed by the CPD Standards Office, both recognised internationally in professional development contexts. This course is not a government-accredited qualification on the New Zealand Qualifications Framework. It is designed as professional development training for people building management skills and career credentials.
As a professional development course, credit toward formal qualifications is arranged through the provider's RPL and credit recognition process. Submit an enquiry to confirm what the diploma may count toward and how prior learning or experience is assessed.
The Career Academy NZ offers two direct pathways from this diploma: the Advanced Certificate in Management and Team Leadership, and the Certificate in Project Management. Submit an enquiry to find out how each pathway builds on what you have already completed.
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About This Course

Diploma in Management & Team Leadership

This Diploma in Management and Team Leadership covers the core skills working professionals need to lead teams and manage operations confidently. Topics span leadership strategy, HR management, performance improvement, workplace behaviour, and employment legislation. Students work through approximately 300 hours of practical coursework, with no exams at any stage.

Delivered by The Career Academy NZ, the course is 100% online and self-paced. That makes it a practical fit for people already working who want to move into a supervisory or management role without pausing their career. Tutor support is available by phone and email during business hours throughout the 12-month access period.

Eight eBooks covering NZ tax, HR management, and leadership are included. On completion, students receive a Certificate of Achievement accredited by ICOES and endorsed by the CPD Standards Office, recognised internationally as evidence of professional development.

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Take The Next Step Into Business & Management

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Last updated: July 2026