Diploma in Agribusiness Management L5 - UCOL …

1 Faculty of Engineering and Applied Technologies Student handbook 2017 Diploma in Agribusiness Management Level 5 Page 1 of 20 Page 1 of 20 Student handbook 2017 Disclaimer The information contained in this handbook replaces all information contained in any previous handbook and is intended as a guide only. UCOL is committed to innovation and continuous improvement, and reserves the right to change any aspect(s) of the programme. This may affect the currency of the information contained in this handbook , Programme location Lecture times Staff Other matters Diploma in Agribusiness Management L5 Palmerston North based Faculty of Engineering and Applied Technologies Student handbook 2017 Diploma in Agribusiness Management Level 5 Page 2 of 20 Page 2 of 20 Table of Contents Welcome .. 3 Quick Links .. 4 Programme Information .. 8 Programme Assessment .. 11 Pathways Diagram.

2 15 Student Responsibilities .. 16 Appendix 1 Study Contract .. 17 Appendix 2 Request for Extension .. 18 Appendix 3 Request for Reconsideration of Result .. 19 Appendix 4 Request for Resubmit / Resit .. 20 Faculty of Engineering and Applied Technologies Student handbook 2017 Diploma in Agribusiness Management Level 5 Page 3 of 20 Page 3 of 20 Welcome Welcome to the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Technologies. This programme of study that leads to the New Zealand Diploma in Agribusiness Management Level 5 aims to offer you an introduction to the competencies required for Agribusiness Management within the primary industry sector. The programme also seeks to provide learners with transferable and work ready skills by learning in a realistic working environment. This handbook has been designed to outline the course content, programme overview and to assist you in the provision of study throughout the year.

3 From the team, enjoy your study throughout the year 2017! Margot Ferrick Head of School Technology Faculty of Engineering and Applied Technologies Faculty of Engineering and Applied Technologies Student handbook 2017 Diploma in Agribusiness Management Level 5 Page 4 of 20 Page 4 of 20 Quick Links Student Intranet You can access the UCOL student intranet at to find the most up to date policies, procedures, guidelines and forms. These are located in Policies and Procedures under UCOL Info. The Academic Statute and Student Discipline Statute (Non-academic), two important documents that set out the main rules and processes you need to be aware of, can be found under Related Documents to the left of the Policies and Procedures page. Outstanding Fees All fees are due to be paid in full by the first day teaching starts. students who have not paid all of their fees (including outstanding library fines or other debts with UCOL) will not be eligible to graduate.

4 See Academic Statute. Computer Suites The computer facilities provided by UCOL are available to every enrolled student. Your password is the key to your account. Never share your login and password details with anyone else. You will also be held responsible for any activities that take place under this account name. Further information about computer use at UCOL can be found on the Information Technology page. See Computer Use Policy. Student ID Cards Your student ID card helps you access certain rooms, borrow library equipment and other important functions. You can obtain your ID card from the Information Centre. Printing and Photocopying Printers and photocopiers are operated from your student ID card. The cost of using them is deducted from your account. You can top up your credit at the Information Centre and check your balance at Internet Access Instructions for internet access at UCOL are available at Car Parking Car parks are provided for UCOL students and staff only.

5 For Palmerston North car parks, all vehicles must be registered and display a current year UCOL car parking sticker. This sticker can be obtained at the Information Centre. Further information is available on the Car Parking Information page. Recognition of Prior learning (RPL) Recognition of Prior learning (RPL) acknowledges what you have learned from other programmes and qualifications, life experiences, work experiences, training programmes and workshops and measures this against the requirements of the programme you are enrolled in. You can be awarded credit towards a qualification if you can satisfactorily demonstrate that your prior qualifications and experience reaches the required standard. You should apply within two Faculty of Engineering and Applied Technologies Student handbook 2017 Diploma in Agribusiness Management Level 5 Page 5 of 20 Page 5 of 20 weeks of starting the course. See Recognition of Prior learning Procedure and Recognition of Prior learning Application Form.

6 Student Support Student support is available to help you succeed. Possible types of support include: Health services Disability support learning services Maori education support Scholarships and financial hardship support Library resources More information on how to access this support is provided on the student intranet on the learning & Study and Health Matters pages. Concerns and Complaints Please refer to the Student Complaints Policy and Student Concerns and Complaints Procedure for information on how you can raise a concern or complaint and the process that follows. Health and Safety We all have a responsibility to maintain a safe, healthy work and study environment. See Student Health and Safety Obligations Policy and Student Health and Emergency Procedure. Smoking, Drugs and Alcohol For the safety and well-being of yourself and others, UCOL has policies regarding smoking, drugs and alcohol.

7 Smoking is not permitted on any UCOL campus or facility. This smoke free policy applies 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. See Smoke Free Policy. You may be excluded from class or any UCOL activity if a staff member considers you are under the influence of drugs/substances. This may lead to suspension from your programme and even to having your enrolment cancelled. The Police may be notified of any illegal activity related to the use or possession of drugs or substances. See Drug Free Campus and Substance Abuse Policy. You may be excluded from class or any UCOL related activity if a staff member believes you are under the influence of alcohol. See Alcohol Policy. Withdrawal Before you decide to withdraw from your programme, you should talk to staff on your programme. Remember, if you are having difficulties with your programme there are ways UCOL can help you. If you do decide to withdraw, you must complete a Change of Circumstances Form.

8 These can be obtained from the Information Centre. Fee Refunds Domestic students The rules for fee refunds if you withdraw are outlined in the Admission & Enrolment Guide and Student Fee Refund Procedure. Faculty of Engineering and Applied Technologies Student handbook 2017 Diploma in Agribusiness Management Level 5 Page 6 of 20 Page 6 of 20 Fee Refunds International students Please refer to the International Student Fees and Refunds Procedure for more information about fee refunds for international students . International students International Student Support can help international students with any questions they might have. Further information is available on the International students page. See International students Procedure. Whanau Room All three campuses have a whanau room or marae facility. The whanau room is a space for all UCOL students , where principles of wh naungatanga, whakaruruhau, oranga, akonga, matauranga and hapainga I te reo M ori me ona tikanga are fostered and nurtured.

9 Faculty of Engineering and Applied Technologies Student handbook 2017 Diploma in Agribusiness Management Level 5 Page 7 of 20 Page 7 of 20 Staff EXECUTIVE DEAN Dr Nicky van der Bergh, DMinTh; MTS; BTh; ; Dip Hosp. Mgt; Dip Couns; NC Cookery HEAD OF SCHOOL TECHNOLOGIES Margot Ferrick NCALNE, BHSc (Nsg), Phone: 06 952 7117 or 952 7001 ext 70117 or 027 0323 5306 Email: EXECUTIVE OFFICER Jen Trow NCALNE, NZCS, BEd, MEd(Admin) Phone: 06 952 7218 or 952 7001 ext 70218 or 021 919 129 Email: LECTURER Cheralyn Sorrel Cert in E- learning Design and Development, Cert in Adult Teaching (Advanced), BTEC Business & Finance, BA (Hons) Business Studies, PG Cert in Education Email: ADMINISTRATOR Donna Meehan Phone: 06 972 7001 ext. 70902 Email: Faculty of Engineering and Applied Technologies Student handbook 2017 Diploma in Agribusiness Management Level 5 Page 8 of 20 Page 8 of 20 Programme Information Length This is a full time 54 week programme consisting of 45 teaching weeks and nine holiday weeks.

10 You commence the programme at the beginning of semester 1 or semester 2. Completion of this programme is required within three years of the date of first enrolment. Start/Finish Dates Term 1 6 March 2016 to Friday 6 May Break Monday 8 to Friday 12 May Term 2 Monday 15 May to Friday 14 July Break Monday 17 July to Friday 4 August Term 3 Monday 7 August to Friday 6 October Break Monday 9 to Friday 20 October Term 4 Monday 23 October to Friday 22 December Break Monday 25 December 2017 to Friday 12 January 2018 Term 5 Monday 15 January 2018 to Friday 16 March 2018 Holidays Semester One Waitangi Day 6 February Good Friday 14 April Easter Monday 17 April Easter Tuesday 18 April ANZAC Day 25 April Queen s Birthday 5 June Semester Two Labour Day 23 October Timetable This programme is designed for those who are in a Management capacity in an Agribusiness , or who have some industry or other relevant experience and are ready to advance into a Management position within an Agribusiness .