Operations and production management major
Study for a degree in business operations and production
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Duration and study methods
Full-time for 3 years (34 teaching weeks per year), part-time available.
The maximum time to complete this programme part-time is 10 years. -
Start dates
February, July
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Qualification
Bachelor of Applied Management - Operations and Production Management (Level 7)Programme code: MN4535 -
Credits
360 -
Locations
MIT Manukau
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Domestic fees
$6,600 (approx.) per year
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International fees
NZD$25,000 (approx.) per year
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Free* study
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Programme highlights
What makes a business successful?
Study with MIT and you'll learn how people and processes come together to drive results.
You will also get hands-on experience working on an operations and production management project for a real company.
Graduate ready for a job as a consultant, supervisor or manager.
There are job opportunities for skilled professionals across a range of industries including logistics and manufacturing.
Entry requirements
Applicants must meet the following entry requirements:
- Successfully completed at least 42 NCEA credits (or equivalent) at Level 3 or higher, made up of:
- 14 credits in one approved subject
- 14 credits in another approved subject
- 14 credits from one or two additional domains or approved subjects; and
- 8 credits in NCEA English Level 2 (four in reading and four in writing from the NZQA Literacy Requirements for University Entrance list) (or equivalent); and
- 14 credits in NCEA mathematics (or pangarau) Level 1 (or equivalent);
Or
- Have successfully completed a minimum of 72 credits at NCEA (or equivalent) Level 2 including a minimum of 14 credits in each of four subjects and a minimum of 30 credits at Merit or Excellence. Applicants will need to have achieved degree entry standards for numeracy and literacy;
Or
- Provide evidence of equivalence through practical, professional or educational experience e.g., three to five years' full-time work experience (relevant to business). Evidence of literacy and numeracy will be required. MIT literacy assessments are available;
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- Have English language competence to undertake this programme which is taught and assessed in English. Any applicant whose first language is not English may be required to provide evidence of an overall IELTS (Academic) band score of 6.0 or greater (with no score below 5.5 in speaking, reading, writing and listening) or equivalent.
Provisional entry
Students who have attained the age of 20 years and do not hold the minimum entry requirements for a programme or training scheme may be eligible to be enrolled. Such decisions must consider any applicable pre-requisites and will be made by the Head of School. Students who have not attained the age of 20 years and do not hold the required minimum entry requirements may also be eligible to be enrolled in exceptional circumstances where they can demonstrate capability for study at the required level. Such decisions must consider any applicable pre-requisites and will be made by the Head of School.
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Programme structure
You will need to complete 13 compulsory courses, five elective courses and the courses from your chosen major (360 credits):
Compulsory courses
341.738 Product Development (15 credits)
Gain a practical understanding of the stages of New Product/ Service Development (NPD), tools and techniques to apply at the different stages; and demonstrate your skills by designing a customised NPD process.
Elective courses
- Any level 5 course from the degree offered (15 Credits)
- Any other 5 level 6 or 7 courses from the degree offered (75 credits)
If you are doing a double major you will not be able to take elective courses, you will need to take five courses from your other major.
Courses related to your chosen major
Operations and production management
343.607 Project Management (15 credits)
Gain a practical understanding of project management, how to develop a project plan, optimise project efficiency, and monitor the progress of a project as it is rolled out.
343.611 Operations Management (15 credits)
Gain a practical understanding of how to design and manage operational facilities, including quality and inventory management
Select one specialised elective
ACCY6101 Intermediate management accounting (15 credits)
This course develops the knowledge, skills, and competencies to use management accounting tools to plan, control and inform decisions about business operations.
ACCY6104 Introduction to finance (15 credits)
This course develops the knowledge, skills, and competencies to apply business finance techniques.
342.619 Industrial Relations (15 credits)
Learn about industrial relations, the relationship between industrial relationships and government regulation, employment agreements and legal rights.
342.620 Human Resources (15 credits)
Learn the essentials of human resources, understanding its role within an organisation, from recruitment and induction to performance management and health and safety legislation.
When planning your degree, remember that not all courses are available each semester. You must check the programme structure above, the pre-requisites, electives and availability of your chosen courses in advance.
Career opportunities
New Zealand's industrial sector is a huge part of the economy, both domestically and through exporting to the world. These businesses always need consultants, supervisors and managers who understand the ways that people and processes work together to produce real results. From human resources to management accounting, your elective course will help shape the kind of career you wish to pursue. For potential salaries visit careers.govt.nz.
Ready to put your plans in place?
Free study for the first year of your Level 3 or above qualification may be available under the government’s fees-free study scheme. Visit feesfree.govt.nz for eligibility criteria and more information. Students must be eligible to study as a domestic student. All free study is subject to funding confirmation. Proof of residency status required. Entry criteria, and some costs, may also apply. Eligibility for student allowances or student loans may vary. Contact StudyLink for more information.
Information is correct as at 3 April 2023. Programme fees are based on a full-time student and may vary depending on your final selection of courses that make up your programme. To provide you with an indication of costs, the approximate fees quoted in this publication are based on the indicative 2023 fee structure. The indicative programme fees for 2023 do not include the Compulsory Student Services Fee (CSSF). The CSSF is an additional levy to your 2023 programme or course fees. Further information about the CSSF can be found here www.manukau.ac.nz/cssf. Programmes stated as eligible for free study in 2023 are based on the 2022 fee structure and subject to funding confirmation for 2023. All fees are in New Zealand Dollars. You will be advised of the current fees at the time of enrolment. All courses and programmes will proceed subject to numbers and academic approval. Manukau Institute of Technology is part of Te Pūkenga – New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology. Te Pukenga is accredited under the provisions of the Education and Training Act 2020. International students must study in class and will not be able to enrol for online study options.