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New Zealand Diploma in Business (Leadership & Management) (Level 5)

ICL Graduate Business School · Auckland, New Zealand · Bachelor's (undergraduate)

Researched 28 Oct 2026

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Level

Bachelor's

Duration

9 months (120 credits)

Tuition / year

NZ$24,400 (≈ ₹13.2 lakh)

Intakes

Several a year; see ICL's 2026–27 intake dates list

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Course overview

New Zealand Diploma in Business (Leadership & Management) (Level 5) is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in business & management at ICL Graduate Business School in Auckland, New Zealand. It takes 9 months (120 credits), with intakes in Several a year; see ICL's 2026–27 intake dates list.

ICL Graduate Business School is a private institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.

Key highlights

Key highlights
UniversityICL Graduate Business School (Private)
LocationAuckland, New Zealand
CourseNew Zealand Diploma in Business (Leadership & Management) (Level 5)
LevelBachelor's (undergraduate)
Subject areaBusiness & Management
Duration9 months (120 credits)
Tuition per yearNZ$24,400 (≈ ₹13.2 lakh)
IntakesSeveral a year; see ICL's 2026–27 intake dates list
English requirementIELTS Academic 5.5 (no band below 5.0); PTE, TOEFL and Cambridge also accepted

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Fees and costs

Tuition for international students is NZ$24,400 a year, about ₹13.2 lakh.

2026 international fee for the 9-month programme. Plus an NZ$260 enrolment fee and an NZ$2,000 material fee.

Living costs for New Zealand as a whole: NZ$20,000–27,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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Career outcomes

Job roles

  • Business analyst
  • Management consultant
  • Project manager
  • Marketing executive
  • Human resources officer
  • Supply chain manager

Employers hiring for these roles worldwide

  • Deloitte
  • PwC
  • EY
  • KPMG
  • Accenture
  • McKinsey & Company
  • Amazon
  • Unilever
  • Procter & Gamble
  • IBM

Eligibility

General entry requirements at ICL Graduate Business School for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.

  • 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.

English requirements

For this course: IELTS Academic 5.5 (no band below 5.0); PTE, TOEFL and Cambridge also accepted.

English tests accepted
TestWhat the university asks for
IELTS Academic, master's and postgraduate diplomas6.5 with no band below 6.0
IELTS Academic, bachelor's and Graduate Diploma in Business6.0 with no band below 5.5
IELTS Academic, NZ Diploma in Business5.5 with no band below 5.0
IELTS Academic, Graduate Diploma in Teaching (ECE)7.0 in all bands
Other testsPTE, TOEFL and Cambridge are also accepted; ICL also runs NZCEL English courses

Need a score? IELTS and PTE coaching is available with us.

Intakes

This course starts in: Several a year; see ICL's 2026–27 intake dates list.

Upcoming intakes and deadlines in New Zealand

How to apply

  1. Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
  2. Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
  3. Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
  4. Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
  5. Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
  6. Apply for your student visa for New Zealand, then arrange accommodation.

Documents you'll need

  • 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

About ICL Graduate Business School

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.

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FAQs

What is the fee for New Zealand Diploma in Business (Leadership & Management) (Level 5) at ICL Graduate Business School?

The tuition for international students is NZ$24,400 a year (about ₹13.2 lakh). 2026 international fee for the 9-month programme. Plus an NZ$260 enrolment fee and an NZ$2,000 material fee. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.

How long is New Zealand Diploma in Business (Leadership & Management) (Level 5)?

The course takes 9 months (120 credits).

What English score do I need?

IELTS Academic 5.5 (no band below 5.0); PTE, TOEFL and Cambridge also accepted. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.

When can I start?

Intakes: Several a year; see ICL's 2026–27 intake dates list. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.

Can Admission Mantra help me apply?

Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.

We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.

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