New Zealand Diploma in Legal Executive Studies

Open Polytechnic of New Zealand

Subject area

Legal Studies

Qualification

Check out Fees Free to see whether you are eligible for a year of fees-free study or two years industry training. Contact your provider to confirm your study options meet the criteria.

Entry requirements

NCEA Level 3 is recommended.

About the course

What can I expect out of this qualification?

The purpose of this qualification is to provide New Zealand with people who have the practical and professional knowledge and skills in the law, and who are or intend to be employed in law firms or in other organisations to assist lawyers in meeting the law-related needs of clients and/or employers.

Graduates of this qualification will be qualified to work as legal executives under the supervision of a practising lawyer.