Business
New Zealand Diploma in Business (Level 5) – Leadership
Build the skills to lead teams, manage change and create inclusive workplaces. Pending NZQA approval.
Diploma40 weeksAucklandFebruary 2027, March 2027
Crown Institute of Studies
Apply Direct partnerPrivate training establishmentNZQA registered
Crown Institute of Studies
Practical, industry-connected training in tourism, hospitality, business and health in central Auckland.
Auckland
- Campuses
- 2 in 1 city
- Study areas
- 5 fields
- Via Apply Direct
- 4 programmes
- Our fees
- NZ$0 admin & consultation
Overview
About Crown Institute of Studies
Crown Institute of Studies is an NZQA-registered private training establishment in central Auckland. It teaches New Zealand certificates and diplomas in four areas: tourism and travel, hospitality, business, and health and wellbeing, to both international and domestic students.
Programmes combine classroom learning with real industry experience: hotel and restaurant visits, trips to Hobbiton and Auckland Airport, guest speakers, internships, and training on the booking systems and equipment used at work. Crown works with hotels, tour operators, cruise lines and travel companies, and its diplomas lead on to degree study at Massey University and Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology.
In its January 2026 External Evaluation and Review, NZQA was Confident in Crown’s educational performance and in its capability in self-assessment, noting strong learner achievement rates and high value for stakeholders.
Why study here
Reasons students choose it
01
Industry-connected learning
Site visits, guest speakers and internships with hotels, tour operators, cruise lines and travel companies.
02
Pathways to a degree
Diplomas lead to year 2 of a bachelor’s degree at Massey University or Toi Ohomai, subject to their conditions.
03
NZQA Confident (2026)
NZQA is Confident in Crown’s educational performance and its capability in self-assessment.
04
Central Auckland campus
Study on Anzac Avenue in the city centre, close to transport, jobs and housing.
Programmes
What you can study
Programmes at Crown Institute of Studies you can apply for through Apply Direct.
Health & Wellbeing
New Zealand Diploma in Health and Wellbeing (Applied Practice) (Level 5)
Prepare for disability support practitioner roles, with a 300-hour industry placement.
Diploma40 weeksAucklandFebruary 2027 + 3 more
Crown Institute of Studies
Hospitality
New Zealand Diploma in Hospitality Management (Level 5)
Learn to think like a hospitality manager, with a 60-hour internship and the Licence Controller Qualification.
Diploma40 weeksAucklandFebruary 2027 + 3 more
Crown Institute of Studies
Tourism & Travel
New Zealand Diploma in Tourism and Travel (Level 5)
Prepare for tourism leadership roles, with 60 hours of industry experience and a trip to Hobbiton.
Diploma40 weeksAucklandFebruary 2027 + 2 more
Crown Institute of Studies
Study areas
- Business
- Health & Wellbeing
- Hospitality
- Tourism & Travel
- Short courses (barista, Licence Controller Qualification)
Campuses
Where you’ll study
Crown Institute of Studies has 2 campuses in New Zealand.
Student support
Support while you study
- Wellbeing support in an inclusive, culturally respectful environment
- Student Ambassador Programme and student life activities
- Help with accommodation, health insurance and visa questions
- Job-search support, including seminars and interview practice
- Internships and real-world experience built into programmes
- Online learning through Moodle and a learner portal
How to apply
From your application to arrival
Apply Direct handles your application with no admin, registration or consultation fees. For your visa, we introduce you to a Licensed Immigration Adviser, who charges for their advice.
Stage 1Your application
Step 1: Ask or apply
Ask us anything without an account, or apply online when you’re ready.
Step 2: Apply and upload
Choose your programme and upload your documents from your phone or computer.
Step 3: We review and submit
Our team checks everything, asks for anything missing, then sends it to the institution.
Step 4: Receive your offer
Your offer letter arrives in your account, ready for your visa application.
Stage 2Your visa and arrival
Step 5: Prepare your visa documents
Gather what Immigration New Zealand asks for, such as your offer letter, passport, proof of funds, and any medical or police certificates.
Step 6: Connect with a Licensed Immigration Adviser
We introduce you to a Licensed Immigration Adviser (LIA) in New Zealand, who checks your documents and advises you on your student visa. The adviser charges for this service and confirms their fee first.
Step 7: Apply for your student visa
Submit your application to Immigration New Zealand online, with your adviser guiding you through it.
Step 8: Receive your visa
Once Immigration New Zealand approves your application, your student visa is issued and you’re cleared to travel.
Step 9: Touch down in New Zealand
Book your flight, sort your accommodation and get set for orientation. Kia ora, and welcome to Aotearoa!
FAQ
Questions students ask
How do I apply to Crown?
Send us an enquiry or start your application with Apply Direct. We’ll help you choose a programme, check your documents and submit your application to Crown, with no admin, registration or consultation fees.
What English level do I need?
Crown’s diplomas ask for IELTS 5.5 with no band below 5.0 (IELTS Academic for the business, health and hospitality diplomas). NZQA-approved equivalents are accepted.
Can I study English and a programme together?
Crown partners with Worldwide School of English for combined English and vocational study. You’ll need a separate visa for each part, so ask us to plan it with you.
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