Who is the open polytechnic of new zealand ltd? The Open Polytechnic of New Zealand Ltd is a subsidiary of Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology and is the nation’s leading distance and online learning provider. Our focus is on learner success for around 30,000 learners each year.What is the history of the open polytechnic? On 1 April 2020, The Open Polytechnic became a subsidiary of New Zealand Institute of Skills & Technology alongside the 15 other Institutes of Technology and Polytechnics (ITPs). The Polytechnic began life as the Technical Correspondence School in 1946, providing resettlement training for returned servicemen and women following World War II.What is an open polytechnic diploma in business? Open Polytechnic qualifications Open Polytechnic diplomas are made up of six New Zealand Diploma in Business courses and you can credit transfer a maximum of three courses from another institution or qualification. You should still enrol in the New Zealand Diploma in Business qualification (code NC5121).