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New Zealand Certificate in Business

LEVEL

04

New Zealand Certificate in Business (Small Business) (60 Credits) [NZQF Ref: 2457]

New Zealand Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology) (60 Credits) [NZQF Ref: 2461]

120

CREDITS

40

WEEKS

20 HOURS PER WEEK

9AM - 2:30PM    I   MONDAY - THURSDAY

Class times are subject to change under the discretion of Crown Institute of Studies

FEES

FREE

STUDY

fees free

COURSE OUTLINE

This is an intensive course that includes two New Zealand certificate qualifications at level four of the New Zealand Qualifications Framework. It provides students with skills to establish their own business as well as work in and for other existing businesses. The course helps students to research and identify New Zealand legal structures, regulations and tools available in order to develop business plans and manage a small business. It also fosters the ability to analyse market opportunities and identify and create strategies for the management of business and financial risks. The course helps students to gain knowledge of marketing concepts.

Course Delivery Method:

Face to face in a classroom setting, with elements of blended online learning.

Graduates of this course have the amazing opportunity to apply for:

Crown Small Business Entrepreneur Scheme


Maximum NZ$20,000 seed fund* to start your small business

*Terms & Conditions Apply

THE COURSE CONSISTS OF THE FOLLOWING MODULES

New Zealand Business Environment and Legal Requirements

Market Analysis and Strategy Planning

Marketing and Promotion Strategy

Customer Relations and Business Communication

Business Technologies and Resources

Business Financial Administration and Management

Human Resource Operations and Management

Small Business Continuity Planning

Students are assessed through a mixture of written assessments, presentations and practical role plays that contribute to the achievement of these level 4 Unit Standards: US 29058 Develop a business plan for a small business (20 credits) US 29059 Manage operations for a small business (20 credits) US 29060 Manage staff and human resource processes for a small business (20 credits) US 29029 Provide administrative services using business applications and technological devices (20 credits) US 29030 Process comprehensive data and perform detailed financial calculations to produce business information (10 credits) US 29031 Produce business documents using advanced features and functions of software applications (10 credits) US 32348 Maintain administrative systems and processes and recommend improvements to meet business needs (15 credits) US 11101 Collaborate within a team which has an objective (5 credits)

COURSE TRIPS

All Crown programmes include trips to relevant sites and destinations. These educational visits will allow you to interact with professionals in the industry and observe the work in the real work environment.

• Suppliers visit
• Small business visit

Upcoming Intakes

2023 COURSE DATES

17 Jul 2023 - 5 Jul 2024

21 Aug 2023 - 23 Aug 2024

9 Oct 2023 - 27 Sep 2024

6 Feb - 20 Dec 2024

11 Mar 2024 - 7 Mar 2025

29 Apr 2024 - 11 Apr 2025

4 Jun 2024 - 30 May 2025

21 Jul 2024 - 27 Jun 2025

26 Aug 2024 - 15 Aug 2025

14 Oct 2024 - 19 Sep 2025

TERM BREAKS

3 Jul - 14 Jul 2023

25 Sep - 6 Oc 2023

14 Apr - 26 Apr 2024

7 Jul - 20 Jul 2024

30 Sep - 11 Nov 2024

SUMMER BREAK

18 Dec 2023 - 5 Feb 2024

23 Dec 2024 - 3 Feb 2025

entry requirements

Domestic Student

  • 16 years of age or older at course start date.
  • NCEA Level 2 or New Zealand
    Certificate in Business (Level 3) or equivalent.
  • Students who do not meet the entry requirements may be accepted at the discretion of the department head.

International student

  • 18 years of age or older at course start date
    • IELTS (General or Academic) 5.5 with no band lower than 5.0 (or NZQA approved equivalent)
    • 3 years of secondary school or equivalent work experience

Study & Work Programme

Try our Study & Work service! Explore career paths, gain work experience and earn extra cash while you study.
Your choice to take advantage of this optional service.

What is included with Study & Work:

• 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.

Further STudy

Students who successfully complete this course may wish to continue their studies in any of the following:

New Zealand Diploma in Hospitality Management Level 5

New Zealand Diploma in Tourism & Travel Level 5

Direct Entry to Year 1 of Bachelor of Business (any major) at Massey University

CAREER PATHWAY

CAREER OPTIONS

Careersnz is a useful careers resource for students

Employment
Pathways

Find more employment
options at Careers NZ

A qualification in this course can lead to great jobs such as:

Business Owner / Operator

Office Administrator

2023 COURSE FEES

Domestic Students:

NZ $7,316

Check your Fees Free Eligibility

International Students:

Tuition NZ $17,960, Material NZ $1,500,

Registration NZ $250