Being a member of the New Zealand Institute of Primary Industry Management (NZIPIM) provides a range of benefits that builds your career both professionally and personally.
Professional development
Developing your professional and personal skills through access to continuous professional development programmes and other forums that expands your knowledge and expertise.
Networking
Extend your networks within the New Zealand primary industry. Members have the opportunity to network with other rural professionals at a regional and national level through regular branch meetings, business and social functions, events and conferences.
Personal development
Developing your professional and personal skills through access to continuous professional development programmes and other forums that expands your knowledge and expertise.
Information platform
Keeping members informed of the latest developments occurring within the primary industry. This includes updates of the latest technological advancements, best practices and the latest industry news through our quarterly Journal ( Primary Industry Management ), fortnightly newsletters and regular information forums.
Membership discounts
Members have access to a range of discounts. This includes Professional Indemnity Insurance through aibGROUP, as well as receiving Federated Farmers membership rates for their contracts (employment agreements, dairy agreements, leases, etc).
Involved in a highly regarded and credible Professional Association
Being part of a professional association you will be provided with opportunities for professional development and enhancement of your skills and knowledge. This also includes recognition of your competency by your peers and the public at large supported by ethical standards.
Representation
NZIPIM represents the interests and views of its members to government, industry groups and the media on issues impacting upon the rural profession and the primary industry. We also work with other groups that share common interests in issues such as; Financial Advisors Act, Real Estate Agents Act, etc.