New Zealand Diploma in Business (Accounting) (Level 5)
Accounting
A course by
NorthTec
Gain comprehensive knowledge and skills in business management and accounting principles to advance your career in the corporate sector. This diploma covers operational business environments, accounting software, tax rules, financial analysis, budgeting, and ethical practices.
Online study
Flexible online learning from anywhere
Available in 4 locations
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Analyse Impact of Environments
Analyse the operational impact of internal and external environments on a business entity to inform decision-making.
Apply Business Principles
Apply broad knowledge of operations, accounting, marketing/sales, HR, and risk management to support business performance.
Contribute to Innovation and Change
Operationally contribute to innovation and organisational change in a business entity.
What You're Signing Up For
The New Zealand Diploma in Business (Accounting) (Level 5) provides students with a broad understanding of business management including accounting. Students will learn to analyse business environments, apply principles of operations, accounting, marketing, human resources, and risk management. The programme equips students to record and process financial transactions, prepare financial statements, apply tax rules, communicate financial information, and evaluate business risk. It includes compulsory business courses and accounting strand courses. The diploma also integrates knowledge of te Tiriti o Waitangi and promotes professional and ethical practices. Completion provides a pathway to enter the second year of the Bachelor of Applied Management. The programme is delivered online with regional support, includes rolling intake, and is not open to international students (except inquiries for fees). Entry requires minimum age 16, basic English skills, and NCEA Level 2 or equivalent or special admission.
Course Content
- Organisations in an Aotearoa New Zealand Context
- Business Environments
- Business Functions
- Change and Innovation
- Introduction to Accounting and Taxation
- Applied Accounting
- Analysis of Financial Information
- Budgets for Planning and Control
What you need to know first
Be at least 16 years old at programme start
Basic English literacy and communication skills
NCEA Level 2 or equivalent including literacy and numeracy credits, or approved Level 3 qualification
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Business and Accounting
Future employment opportunities might be
Accountant
Accounting Technician
Accounts Officer
Credit Controller
Bookkeeper
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