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May 2026

EMA Connect Tauranga (May 2026): Transformation and Change
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Thu 14 May 2026

7:30 AM - 9:30 AM (2 hours)

  • Tauranga
  • Free

Thu 14 May 2026

7:30 AM - 9:30 AM (2 hours)

Join us on Thu 14 May for the next EMA Connect session in our Hire to Retire series, led by EMA consultant Chris Longman. 

NZ Certificate in Workplace Health and Safety Practice (Level 4)

14

May

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14 May 2026 - 14 Aug 2026

8 sessions

  • Hamilton
Presented by
  • From $4,000.00 excl. GST

14 May 2026 - 14 Aug 2026

8 sessions

This NZQA approved programme is ideal for those in supervisory or first line management roles, such as health and safety advisors, supervisors, team leaders, managers and advanced health and safety representatives.

The Emerging Team Leader

14

May

The Emerging Team Leader

Auckland

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14 - 15 May 2026

2-day course

  • Auckland
Presented by
  • From $1,525.00 excl. GST

14 - 15 May 2026

2-day course

Your success depends on the performance of others. This popular programme supports your transition from being part of the team to running it with a clear understanding of your unique leadership style.

Thu 14 May 2026

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (1 hour)

  • Live online
  • From $39.00 excl. GST

Thu 14 May 2026

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (1 hour)

Join EMA Employment Relations and Safety Manager Paul Jarvie to unpack the outcome of this ruling in the context of shifting legislation

Health and Safety Representative Stage 2 (Advanced Training)

18

May

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18 - 19 May 2026

2 days

  • Auckland
Presented by
  • From $695.00 excl. GST

18 - 19 May 2026

2 days

Take your skills as a Health and Safety Representative to the next level. This course is purpose-designed for health and safety representatives who have completed Stage 1 training. It is also suitable for anyone with an interest in, or responsibility for workplace health and safety.

Tue 19 May 2026

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM (2 hours)

  • Hamilton
  • Free
Email events@ema.co.nz for an invite
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Tue 19 May 2026

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM (2 hours)

Join us at this one-off event in May focussed on the Health and Disability Sector

Email events@ema.co.nz for an invite
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Tue 19 May 2026

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (1 hour)

  • Live online
  • From $39.00 excl. GST

Tue 19 May 2026

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (1 hour)

This session will focus on 2 key visa categries: Active Investor Plus Visa and Business Investor Visa

Thu 21 May 2026

7:30 AM - 9:30 AM (2 hours)

  • Hamilton
  • Free

Thu 21 May 2026

7:30 AM - 9:30 AM (2 hours)

Join us on Thu 21 May for the next EMA Connect session in our Hire to Retire series, led by EMA consultant Chris Longman. 

Change Management for Managers

22

May

Change Management for Managers

Auckland

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Fri 22 May 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

  • Auckland
Presented by
  • From $940.00 excl. GST

Fri 22 May 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

You will learn about the human response to change from early adopters to laggards and resisters. If you aspire to be the driving force behind change, whether as a catalyst, promoter, or change leader, this program is your key to mastering the art of inspiring others to embrace innovative approaches to work. 

Project Management Fundamentals – Tools and Processes

27

May

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Wed 27 May 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

  • Auckland
Presented by
  • From $940.00 excl. GST

Wed 27 May 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

If you run projects at work, this one-day course will give you the practical tools and confidence to conquer any challenge. It is particularly suited to business owners, business managers, project managers or production managers.

Thu 28 May 2026

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (2 hours)

  • Auckland
  • Free

Thu 28 May 2026

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (2 hours)

Auckland HR and business leaders, we invite you to join us on Thu 28 May for the next EMA Connect session in our Hire to Retire series, led by EMA consultant Lisa Oakley.

Health and Safety Representative Stage 1 (Essential Training)

28

May

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28 - 29 May 2026

2 days

  • Auckland
Presented by
  • From $695.00 excl. GST

28 - 29 May 2026

2 days

Become an effective workplace health and safety Representative. This is essential training for any Health and Safety Representative, and extremely valuable for any health and safety committee member, or any worker or officer wishing to better comprehend the Health and Safety at Work (HSW) Act and associated regulations, or those who require a refresher of the HSW Act. This course leads to the Certificate in Health and Safety Representation (Training Scheme) (Level 3).

Project Management - Advanced

28

May

Project Management - Advanced

Auckland

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Thu 28 May 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

  • Auckland
Presented by
  • From $940.00 excl. GST

Thu 28 May 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

If you want to maximise the performance of your projects, this course is for you. It is particularly suited to business owners, business managers, project managers or production managers who understand the fundamentals of project management.

June 2026

EMA HR Webinar: Turning Offboarding into a Strategic Advantage
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Tue 2 Jun 2026

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (1 hour)

  • Live online
  • From $39.00 excl. GST

Tue 2 Jun 2026

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (1 hour)

Every exit is a moment of truth. Whether an employee leaves under a change scenario or to explore new opportunities, how you manage their departure speaks volumes about your workplace culture.

Performance Management (HR204)

3

Jun

Performance Management (HR204)

Auckland

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Wed 3 Jun 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

  • Auckland
Presented by
  • From $940.00 excl. GST

Wed 3 Jun 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

Have you been managing staff performance for a while but become unstuck when things get difficult? If you are a manager or HR practitioner managing serious performance issues, you’ll benefit from introducing a consistent performance management framework to your organisation.

Human Resource Management – An Introduction (HR101)

4

Jun

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Thu 4 Jun 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

  • Rotorua
Presented by
  • From $940.00 excl. GST

Thu 4 Jun 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

If you intend to work in human resources, or in a HR support role, this introductory course will provide you with a broad understanding of the human resources function and its application in today's world of work.

Supervision – An Introduction

4

Jun

Supervision – An Introduction

Auckland

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Thu 4 Jun 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

  • Auckland
Presented by
  • From $965.00 excl. GST

Thu 4 Jun 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

Balance your workload and your team’s outputs with key supervision principles. You’ll learn how to give clear instructions, motivate people to do their best, and give feedback to raise their game.

Thu 4 Jun 2026

3:45 PM - 5:30 PM (1 hour 45 minutes)

  • Auckland
  • Free

Thu 4 Jun 2026

3:45 PM - 5:30 PM (1 hour 45 minutes)

You're invited to a Member-only forum with Finance Minister, Hon. Nicola Willis at the EMA Business Hub in Grafton on Thursday, 4 June.

Health and Safety from a Management Perspective

5

Jun

Health and Safety from a Management Perspective

Auckland

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Fri 5 Jun 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

  • Auckland
Presented by
Kate Rensen
  • From $940.00 excl. GST

Fri 5 Jun 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

Essential training for managers and supervisors to meet Health and Safety at Work Act (HSW Act) obligations, understand the finer points of managing health and safety, and how to create a strong safety culture in the workplace.

Health and Safety from a Management Perspective

5

Jun

Health and Safety from a Management Perspective

Rotorua

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Fri 5 Jun 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

  • Rotorua
Presented by
  • From $940.00 excl. GST

Fri 5 Jun 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

Essential training for managers and supervisors to meet Health and Safety at Work Act (HSW Act) obligations, understand the finer points of managing health and safety, and how to create a strong safety culture in the workplace.

Management – An Introduction for First Time Managers

9

Jun

Management – An Introduction for First Time Managers

Auckland

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9 - 10 Jun 2026

2-day course

  • Auckland
Presented by
  • From $1,525.00 excl. GST

9 - 10 Jun 2026

2-day course

This intensive two-day course lays the groundwork for those new to management, or looking towards their first management position in the near future, or in charge of a team without formal management training. This course offers insights into the foundation blocks of good management and will empower you to get the best out of your people.

Effective Incident Investigations

10

Jun

Effective Incident Investigations

Auckland

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Wed 10 Jun 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

  • Auckland
Presented by
  • From $940.00 excl. GST

Wed 10 Jun 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

A must for all your staff involved in the accident/incident investigation process. This valuable course is suitable for all types of businesses and accident/incident investigations.

Health and Safety for Employees

11

Jun

Health and Safety for Employees

Live online

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Thu 11 Jun 2026

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM (1 hour 30 minutes)

  • Live online
Presented by
  • From $80.00 excl. GST

Thu 11 Jun 2026

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM (1 hour 30 minutes)

A safe working environment needs proactive involvement from everyone in the workplace, not just employers and managers. Employees have a significant role to play, and this session will help them better understand their roles, responsibilities and opportunities.

Effective Workplace Health and Safety Systems

12

Jun

Effective Workplace Health and Safety Systems

Auckland

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Fri 12 Jun 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

  • Auckland
Presented by
  • From $940.00 excl. GST

Fri 12 Jun 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

Learn to create, analyse, and evaluate a sound health and safety management system that gets organisational buy-in. This course has also proven helpful when undertaking a WorkSafeNZ duty-holder review.

Health and Safety Committee Essentials

12

Jun

Health and Safety Committee Essentials

Auckland

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Fri 12 Jun 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

  • Auckland
Presented by
  • From $940.00 excl. GST

Fri 12 Jun 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

This course is relevant for anyone appointed to or dealing with a workplace Health and Safety committee: new or existing members, a subject matter expert, someone coopted onto the committee on an ad-hoc basis, or a manager/officer responsible for overseeing and implementing the committee’s recommendations.

Health and Safety Committee Essentials

12

Jun

Health and Safety Committee Essentials

Tauranga

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Fri 12 Jun 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

  • Tauranga
Presented by
  • From $940.00 excl. GST

Fri 12 Jun 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

This course is relevant for anyone appointed to or dealing with a workplace Health and Safety committee: new or existing members, a subject matter expert, someone coopted onto the committee on an ad-hoc basis, or a manager/officer responsible for overseeing and implementing the committee’s recommendations.

Master the Sale: CORE Skills for Real Results

12

Jun

Master the Sale: CORE Skills for Real Results

Auckland

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Fri 12 Jun 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

  • Auckland
Presented by
Zane Inglis
  • From $940.00 excl. GST

Fri 12 Jun 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

Are your sales conversations stuck on features and price? With this course you’ll uncover customer needs, communicate value clearly, and close deals. Using practical frameworks and real-world examples, you’ll find a repeatable approach that delivers stronger results.

Restructuring and Change (ER206)

12

Jun

Restructuring and Change (ER206)

Tauranga

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Fri 12 Jun 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

  • Tauranga
Presented by
  • From $940.00 excl. GST

Fri 12 Jun 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

This advanced course is for managers of change, HR practitioners or anyone who may have responsibilities around restructuring or organisational development.

Health and Safety Representative Stage 1 (Essential Training)

15

Jun

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15 - 16 Jun 2026

2 days

  • Auckland
Presented by
  • From $695.00 excl. GST

15 - 16 Jun 2026

2 days

Become an effective workplace health and safety Representative. This is essential training for any Health and Safety Representative, and extremely valuable for any health and safety committee member, or any worker or officer wishing to better comprehend the Health and Safety at Work (HSW) Act and associated regulations, or those who require a refresher of the HSW Act. This course leads to the Certificate in Health and Safety Representation (Training Scheme) (Level 3).

Health and Safety Representative Stage 1 (Essential Training)

15

Jun

Discount

15 - 16 Jun 2026

2 days

  • Rotorua
Presented by
  • From $695.00 excl. GST

15 - 16 Jun 2026

2 days

Become an effective workplace health and safety Representative. This is essential training for any Health and Safety Representative, and extremely valuable for any health and safety committee member, or any worker or officer wishing to better comprehend the Health and Safety at Work (HSW) Act and associated regulations, or those who require a refresher of the HSW Act. This course leads to the Certificate in Health and Safety Representation (Training Scheme) (Level 3).

Health and Safety Representative Stage 2 (Advanced Training)

15

Jun

Discount

15 - 16 Jun 2026

2 days

  • Auckland
Presented by
  • From $695.00 excl. GST

15 - 16 Jun 2026

2 days

Take your skills as a Health and Safety Representative to the next level. This course is purpose-designed for health and safety representatives who have completed Stage 1 training. It is also suitable for anyone with an interest in, or responsibility for workplace health and safety.

NZ Diploma in Workplace Health and Safety Management (Level 6)

15

Jun

Discount

15 Jun 2026 - 10 Feb 2027

16 sessions

  • Hamilton
Presented by
Kevin Chambers
Paul Jarvie
  • From $5,950.00 excl. GST

15 Jun 2026 - 10 Feb 2027

16 sessions

This NZQA approved Level 6 Diploma programme is the qualification of choice for leading workplace health and safety leaders and professionals. Gain professional accreditation with NZISM and apply for the HASANZ register.

The Emerging Team Leader

15

Jun

The Emerging Team Leader

Whangārei

Discount

15 - 16 Jun 2026

2-day course

  • Whangārei
Presented by
  • From $1,525.00 excl. GST

15 - 16 Jun 2026

2-day course

Your success depends on the performance of others. This popular programme supports your transition from being part of the team to running it with a clear understanding of your unique leadership style.

Human Resource Management – An Introduction (HR101)

16

Jun

Discount

Tue 16 Jun 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

  • Auckland
Presented by
Damian Treanor
  • From $940.00 excl. GST

Tue 16 Jun 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

If you intend to work in human resources, or in a HR support role, this introductory course will provide you with a broad understanding of the human resources function and its application in today's world of work.

Effective Workplace Health and Safety Systems

17

Jun

Effective Workplace Health and Safety Systems

Tauranga

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Wed 17 Jun 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

  • Tauranga
Presented by
  • From $940.00 excl. GST

Wed 17 Jun 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

Learn to create, analyse, and evaluate a sound health and safety management system that gets organisational buy-in. This course has also proven helpful when undertaking a WorkSafeNZ duty-holder review.

Leading a Culture of Safety in Your Workplace

17

Jun

Leading a Culture of Safety in Your Workplace

Auckland

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Wed 17 Jun 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

  • Auckland
Presented by
  • From $940.00 excl. GST

Wed 17 Jun 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

Safety culture is a combination of the attitudes, values and perceptions that can positively influence health and safety outcomes. Develop and embed an authentic culture that works for your business through engagement, trust and leadership.