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New Zealand Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology) (Level 4).xml New Zealand Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology) (Level 4)

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Short courses - business finance
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CertificateFull time - 17 weeks, part time available

Annual Fees(indicative 2017)

Programme code

 NZ2461

Domestic

$3,100 - $ 3,600

Starts

 February, July

International

$9,200

Credits

 60

Course related costs

Advised on enrolment

Level

 4

Domestic Applications due

 Received all year

International Applications due

 Please enquire

Location

 Christchurch - Madras Street Campus, Timaru*, Ashburton*, Oamaru* (*subject to student numbers)

Content

Take a leading role in office administration. The skills you gain on this programme will enable you to provide administrative services to meet the needs of a business entity.

You'll learn how to perform financial calculations, process data, produce information for business purposes, maintain administrative systems and processes, and make recommendations for improvements. You'll also learn how to communicate effectively with stakeholders, work collaboratively to contribute to the achievement of team objectives, select and apply customer service techniques, comply with policies and legislation, and consistently meet expectations.

Credit recognition

Credit recognition is available for this programme; if you have related skills, knowledge and/or experience, it may count towards part or even all of the qualification.

To learn more about credit recognition please see our Centre For Assessment of Prior Learning.

Programme structure

To complete this Certificate you are required to complete a minimum total of 60 credits. Please browse the guide below to view the course options currently available within this qualification.

Core courses
Elective Courses

To be a full time student you need to maintain a workload of 120 credits per year. We recommend you talk with us to ensure you choose electives to benefit your future career.

Entry requirements

Academic requirements

  • 40 credits NCEA Level 1, including 10 literacy credits and 10 numeracy credits
    or
    New Zealand Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology) (Level 3).

Alternative requirements

  • Skills for tertiary study (including literacy and numeracy) may be acquired through study, work and/or life experience. Students who can demonstrate these skills may be approved for alternative entry.

Additional requirements
English requirements

  • If English is not your first language you may also be required to provide evidence of your English language skills. If you have no evidence of your English language skills and are a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, contact us for an assessment.

    Note: Students who have achieved NCEA Level 3 University Entrance requirements are not required to provide evidence of English Language Skills.

OVERALL IELTS REQUIREMENTS

5.5 ACADEMIC

SPEAKING

5.0

READING

5.0

WRITING

5.0

LISTENING

5.0
Acceptable Alternatives Chart

Selection criteria

Applicants who meet the requirements for admission are accepted into the programme in the order their applications are received.

Next steps

To apply for this programme, please:

  • Complete an application form

If you feel you have gained your learning through on the job experience, talk to us about recognition or assessment of your prior learning .

Application documents

Career opportunities

This qualification will give you the skills and knowledge to work in a wide range of general office administration roles in a variety of sectors, under broad guidance. These may include: a sole-charge role in a small business entity, senior receptionist, customer relationship roles, personal assistant or secretary, lead administrator, front line customer service, call or contact centre operator, office support worker, web administrator or service desk co-ordinator.

Study pathways

You can add to your business skills and expertise with a New Zealand Certificate in Business specialising in other areas (such as accounting support services, first line management, project management or small business) or by studying the New Zealand Diploma in Business (with strands in accounting, administration and technology, leadership and management, and project management.

Recommended school subjects

  • English
  • Mathematics