Will opting for a diploma instead of a master's affect my profile negatively since I already have a master's degree in New Zealand for a Postgraduate?

No, choosing a Postgraduate Diploma in New Zealand after already completing a Master's degree will not negatively impact your profile.

A Postgraduate Diploma (Level 8 on the New Zealand Qualifications Framework) is designed to deepen your expertise in a specialized area and is well-recognized. It typically takes one year of full-time study and can help you further specialize or pivot in your field.

Completing this diploma also makes you eligible for a post-study work visa (PSW) in New Zealand, usually for the same duration as your course.

If you want to discuss your specific goals or course options, connect with your LeapScholar counsellor.