Post Graduate Diploma in Digital Transformation in Business
Major digital transformation initiatives are centered on re-envisioning the customer experience, operational processes and business models. Companies are changing how functions work, redefining how functions interact, and even evolving the boundaries of the firm. This programme develops business professionals who can think critically and competently facilitate digital transformation in business, both strategy development and implementation.
This programme deepens applied knowledge well beyond initial undergraduate level and enables completion of a comprehensive body of knowledge in emerging technologies, business practices and leadership. What you learn will prepare you for roles in business improvement and innovation and you will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to enhance business performance.
Campus Information
Auckland
The Aspire2 International campus is located in the very heart of Auckland City. This makes it well connected to the city’s buses, trains, and ferries. It also puts the campus in close proximity to all the conveniences of a modern city centre including: places to eat, businesses, stores, entertainment, parks – and a lot more! The Auckland campus comprises of three larger buildings where you study in smaller intimate classes. The campus has students from all over the world, and classrooms tend to be highly multi-cultural. So if you like the big city life, and want to immerse yourself in a truly multi-cultural experience, then studying at Aspire2 International’s Auckland Campus would be an ideal fit for you!
Intakes
- Jan
- April
- July
- Oct
Application Processing Time in Days: 20
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Recruit talented students and graduates
Fill your part time, casual, full term, internship, short term vacancy needs. You can connect with Aspire2 International students and graduates through Aspire2 Work’s job board, career centre and free recruitment services.
These graduates are highly mobile and ready to move for the best opportunity after graduation.
Our students and graduates come with a broad range of skills and experience and specialise in business management, IT, hospitality, health services, and cookery.
- Advertise your vacancies recruitment events or open days free of charge
- Provide full recruitment support free
- Use our campus interview facilities to recruit, no cost
- Help shortlisting candidates and arranging interview times
Get extra help for your projects and events
Have an IT or business challenge? Our students can help. As part of their academic programmes, they develop applied projects alongside established businesses and organisations. The resulting intellectual property ends up belonging to industry partners. Various students also have work experience in: social media, marketing, graphic design, event organisation, photography and much more.
Participate in campus career fairs and career events
Aspire2 International’s career fairs are a unique opportunity to increase the visibility of your company, promote job opportunities, and meet potential future employees.
Or create your own career event with us
Participate in upcoming career fairs and events or host your own on-campus recruitment information sessions. These can be organized by our career offices, faculties, and student volunteers across any of the three campuses.
Select a work experience student
Work experience is an effective and low risk-way to recruit. You can benefit greatly from working with our students who are full of energy, fresh and innovative ideas, and invaluable cultural insights. Also by developing and helping to transition an international student from college to the workforce, you will gain recognition as a leading employer from your mentoring.
Offer tours of your workplace
Help us to get to know you better, let our students see your organisation, meet your team and learn what you do. A nice introduction to students and way to spot talent early.
Become a Aspire2Work Leading employer
You know your field of work, and by partnering with Aspire2 International, you have the opportunity to share your leadership and knowledge and represent your industry, and help groom ideal candidates for it. There are many bespoke opportunities that you can be tailored to your needs from: mentoring a student, setting up a scholarship, being our industry expert, giving informational interviews or feedback on CV’s. Or even join us as a judge on the panel for our ‘Dragons’ Dens’!
Be a guest speaker
Raise the profile of your organisation, introduce your company, meet with our students and talk about your career opportunities.
PSW Opportunity
- During study, all students on a student visa can work up to 20 hours per week during semester and full time during vacations.
- After completing Level 7 Bachelor’s Degree or Higher Qualification, a student will get a three years open post-study work visa.
- After completing Level 8 Post Graduate courses of 1 year, students get 1 year PSW.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible to take this programme of study, applicants need to:
Be 20+ years of age
Have successfully completed an undergraduate degree or higher,
or provided evidence of equivalent practical, professional or educational experience and have gained approval from the Academic Board for special admission,
Meet an English language requirement:
IELTS
provide evidence of an IELTS overall band score of at least 6.0 (Academic), with no individual band less than 5.5
Pearson Academic Test
have a Pearson Academic Test score of 50 and above with no individual band score less than 42
LanguageCert
have a C1 Expert Test PASS with no less than a pass in each skill
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Post Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
22954 NZD
Average Cost of Living: 20000 NZD /year
Application Fee: N/A