About the university
ICL Graduate Business School is an NZQA-accredited private training establishment in central Auckland. It teaches a New Zealand Diploma in Business, a fast-track Bachelor of Business Information Systems, graduate diplomas in business and early childhood teaching, postgraduate diplomas, and a Master of Business Informatics. Most programmes run for 12 months or less and have several intakes a year.
ICL publishes 2026 international fees. Its one-year graduate and postgraduate diplomas cost NZ$26,000–NZ$37,500 plus enrolment and material fees. The Master of Business Informatics (NZ$42,500) and the bachelor's degree (NZ$42,000) also have published fees, but the fee sheet does not say whether these are per year or for the whole programme, so they are not listed below; ask ICL to confirm.
- Type
- Private training establishment (PTE), NZQA Category 1 (2022 External Evaluation and Review)
- Campus
- 10–14 Lorne Street, Auckland CBD
- Study areas
- Business, business informatics and early childhood education
- Course levels
- NZ Diploma (Level 5) to Master of Business Informatics (Level 9)
- Intakes
- Several a year (ICL publishes a 2026–27 intake dates list)
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
Postgraduate Diploma in Business (Level 8)
- Fee / year
- NZ$28,500
- Duration
- 12 months (120 credits)
- Intakes
- Several a year; see ICL's 2026–27 intake dates list
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 6.0); PTE, TOEFL and Cambridge also accepted
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- NZ$26,000
- Duration
- 12 months (120 credits)
- Intakes
- Several a year; see ICL's 2026–27 intake dates list
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.5); PTE, TOEFL and Cambridge also accepted
- Postgraduate
Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Early Childhood Education) (Level 7)
- Fee / year
- NZ$37,500
- Duration
- 12 months (135 credits)
- Intakes
- Several a year; see ICL's 2026–27 intake dates list
- English
- IELTS Academic 7.0 in all bands
- Undergraduate
New Zealand Diploma in Business (Leadership & Management) (Level 5)
- Fee / year
- NZ$24,400
- Duration
- 9 months (120 credits)
- Intakes
- Several a year; see ICL's 2026–27 intake dates list
- English
- IELTS Academic 5.5 (no band below 5.0); PTE, TOEFL and Cambridge also accepted
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (NZD) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postgraduate Diploma in Business (Level 8) | 12 months (120 credits) | NZ$28,500 | ≈ ₹15.4 lakh |
| Graduate Diploma in Business (International Business Innovation, International Hospitality Management or International Tourism Management) (Level 7) | 12 months (120 credits) | NZ$26,000 | ≈ ₹14 lakh |
| Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Early Childhood Education) (Level 7) | 12 months (135 credits) | NZ$37,500 | ≈ ₹20.3 lakh |
| New Zealand Diploma in Business (Leadership & Management) (Level 5) | 9 months (120 credits) | NZ$24,400 | ≈ ₹13.2 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at ICL Graduate Business School with similar universities in New Zealand.
Scholarships
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Bachelor of Business Information Systems: University Entrance or an equivalent secondary qualification (Class 12 for Indian students).
- New Zealand Diploma in Business: NCEA Level 2 with literacy and numeracy credits, or an overseas equivalent.
Postgraduate
- Postgraduate diplomas: a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, or equivalent work experience.
- Graduate Diploma in Business: a bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
- Graduate Diploma in Teaching (ECE): a Level 7 bachelor's degree, IELTS 7.0 in all bands, police vetting, two referees and an interview.
- Master of Business Informatics: a bachelor's degree or graduate diploma in business, IT or computing.
Documents
- Passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- Degree certificate and transcripts (for graduate and postgraduate study)
- IELTS or other English test result
- Personal statement (recommended for most business programmes)
- ICL application form, sent at least three months before the course starts
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic, master's and postgraduate diplomas | 6.5 with no band below 6.0 |
| IELTS Academic, bachelor's and Graduate Diploma in Business | 6.0 with no band below 5.5 |
| IELTS Academic, NZ Diploma in Business | 5.5 with no band below 5.0 |
| IELTS Academic, Graduate Diploma in Teaching (ECE) | 7.0 in all bands |
| Other tests | PTE, TOEFL and Cambridge are also accepted; ICL also runs NZCEL English courses |
Accommodation and living costs
ICL can arrange a homestay (minimum four weeks) and recommends Rocklands student dormitory (150 rooms, minimum six-week stay, rent includes utilities). Many students flat. ICL does not publish prices.
| Item | In NZD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|
Campus and location
ICL teaches from one city-centre campus on Lorne Street, Auckland.
- Located in the Auckland CBD, close to transport and shops.
- Student support and student life services on campus.
- NZCEL English language courses for students who need to raise their English level.
Careers and graduate outcomes
ICL's programmes lead to roles in business, IT and information systems, hospitality and tourism management, and early childhood teaching. It publishes no graduate outcome figures on the pages reviewed. See our New Zealand guide for post-study work rules.
| What | Figure | Source |
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FAQs
How much does ICL cost for international students?
For 2026, the Postgraduate Diploma in Business is NZ$28,500, the Graduate Diploma in Business NZ$26,000, the Graduate Diploma in Teaching (ECE) NZ$37,500 and the NZ Diploma in Business NZ$24,400, plus an NZ$260 enrolment fee and material fees.
What IELTS score do I need?
6.5 (no band below 6.0) for postgraduate study, 6.0 (no band below 5.5) for the bachelor's and Graduate Diploma in Business, and 7.0 in all bands for early childhood teaching.
When can I start?
ICL has several intakes a year for most programmes. Check its 2026–27 intake dates list, and apply at least three months before the start date.
Sources
- ICL: home page (opens in a new tab)
- ICL: programmes (opens in a new tab)
- ICL: 2026 prospectus (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
- ICL: 2026 programme fees (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
- ICL: 2026–27 intake dates (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
- ICL: accommodation (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.icl.ac.nz (opens in a new tab)
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