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This great programme teaches the fundamentals of small business in New Zealand. Students learn how to identify a business opportunities, assess its viability, and work with others to maximise the business’s potential.
This course focuses on the development, operation and management of small businesses. The NZ Certificate in Business Level 3 is designed for people with little to no business experience and it provides them with the knowledge and skills to prepare them to establish and manage their own business or further study. Within the course modules, students will learn to work in a team, conduct financial planning and use a range of Microsoft Office products. Soft skills such as professional, ethical and cultural behavior, problem-solving, decision-making skills and self-management techniques with also be taught.
Face to face in a classroom setting, with elements of blended online learning.
Students are assessed through a mixture of written assessments, presentations and practical role plays that contribute to the achievement of these level 3 Unit Standards: US 29055 Identify a business opportunity/ies and assess compatibility with own abilities, interests, and preferences (5 credits) US 32340 Identify the external environment of a business opportunity/ies (15 credits) US 32341 Produce an establishment plan for a small business opportunity/ies (20 credits) US 29057 Assess the feasibility and viability of a potential small business opportunity (20 credits)
• Suppliers visit
• Small business visit
29 May - 27 Oct 2023
17 Jul - 15 Dec 2023
21 Aug - 8 Mar 2024
9 Oct 2023 - 12 Apr 2024
6 Feb - 5 Jul 2024
11 Mar - 23 Aug 2024
29 Apr - 27 Sep 2024
4 Jun - 15 Nov 2024
21 Jul - 20 Dec 2024
26 Aug 2024 - 7 Mar 2025
14 Oct 2024 - 11 Apr 2025
7 Apr - 21 Apr 2023
3 Jul - 14 Jul 2023
25 Sep - 6 Oct 2023
14 Apr - 26 Apr 2024
7 Jul - 20 Jul 2024
30 Sep - 11 Oct 2024
18 Dec 2023 – 5 Feb 2024
23 Dec 2024 – 3 Feb 2025
16 years of age or older at course start date
Demonstrate appropriate literacy and numeracy levels.
18 years of age or older at course start date
IELTS (General or Academic) 5.0 with no band lower than 5.0 (or NZQA approved equivalent)
3 years secondary school education or equivalent work experience
• Free professional training in employment skills and customer service from Function Staff, our Study and Work partners.
• Paid part-time employment with Function Staff during your course.
• Free 1-1 CV preparation, career advice and interview skills with Crown’s employment team.
• A standard reference will be included at the end of your program.
Small Business Owner / Operator
Second in Charge (2IC) of a Small Business
Customer Services Officer
NZ $3,632
Check your Fees Free Eligibility
Tuition NZ $8,500, Material NZ $700,
Registration NZ $250
Worldwide School and Crown Institute collaborate closely to enhance each other’s educational services and offerings. The same education group owns the two schools and has partnered to create English & Vocational Study pathways and short-term internship programmes for many international students.
