New Zealand Diploma in Forest Management (Level 6)

Program Overview

The New Zealand Diploma in Forest Management (Level 6) is a two-year program designed to prepare students for technical and management roles in the forestry sector. It provides students with a comprehensive understanding of all aspects of forest management, from planting to harvesting, and includes practical training in industry-specific software. Graduates are equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary for immediate employment in a variety of forestry roles.

Program Outline

New Zealand Diploma in Forest Management (Level 6) - Detailed Extraction

Degree Overview:

The New Zealand Diploma in Forest Management (Level 6) is a nationally recognised two-year diploma program designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for technical or management roles within the forest growing and harvesting sectors.

Objectives:

• Develop leadership and technical knowledge: The program aims to produce graduates capable of applying their knowledge to long-term planning and management of forestry operations.
• Gain practical skills and knowledge: Students learn about all aspects of forest management, from planting through to harvesting and selling.
• Become job-ready: A combination of theoretical and practical learning ensures graduates are prepared for immediate employment.
• Develop proficiency in industry-specific software: Students gain competence using a range of specialized software used in the forestry industry.

Outline:

Year One:

• Science Communication, Leadership and Teambuilding: Kōrerorero Pūtaiao
• Forestry Industry Overview: Tirohanga Whānui o te Ahumahi Ngāherehere
• Forest Science: Pūtaiao Ngahere
• Harvesting Operations: Whakahaerenga Hauhake
• Forest Health and Nutrient Management: Te Oranga o te Ngahere me te Whakahaere Taiora
• Forestry Operations: Whakahaerenga Ngāherehere
• Plan and Monitor Production: Whakarite me te Aroturuki Whenua Haumako
• Remote Sensing and Statistics: Tairongo Tawhiti me ngā Tatauranga

Year Two:

• Growth Modelling and Forest Valuation: He Tauira Whakatupu me te Uara o te Ngahere
• Supply Chain Management: Whakahaere Raupapa Whakaputunga
• Forestry Business Systems: Pūnaha Pakihi Ngāherehere
• Applied Science Project: Hinonga Pūtaiao Mahi
• Forest Engineering: Pūkaha Ngahere
• Health, Safety and Environmental Management: Hauora, Haumaru me te Whakahaere Taiao
• Environmental Economics: Ōhanga Taiao
• Plan Management of Forest Estates: Whakahaere Rautaki mō ngā Ngahere

Structure:

• 2 years full-time, including holidays (if applicable)
• Total credits: 240

Careers:

• Forest mensuration and inventory
• Operational quality control
• Operations supervision
• Harvest planning
• Operational planning
• Logistics
• Wood supply and supply chain
• Port operational role
• Health and safety management

Other:

• The course includes site visits to assess and analyze forestry operations.
• Students learn how to write business plans and set up forest management companies.
• The program is offered at the Mokoia Campus in Rotorua.
• The next intake is February 2025.