This qualification will provide New Zealand business entities with people who have the skills and knowledge to manage and lead, and to achieve entity objectives, at a strategic level in a bi- and multi-cultural environment. Graduates will have the skills and knowledge needed for effective management and leadership, leading to increases in productivity. Graduates with the NZ Diploma in Business (Leadership and Management) (Level 6) will have the skills and knowledge to work as a manager/leader in a range of strategic roles within New Zealand business entities. The NZ Diploma in Business (Leadership and Management) (Level 6) builds on from the NZ Diploma in Business (Leadership and Management) (Level 5), or equivalent skills and knowledge.