Certificate in Commerce

Business & Management

Add commerce subjects to your non-commerce degree or gain a foundation in business with the Certificate in Commerce (CertCom) from the University of Canterbury.

NZ$4,615

inc GST

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This course starts anytime

(60 Credits)


In-person study

Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting

University of Canterbury, Christchurch

It will take a total of 6 months


Core skills this course teaches


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Develop foundational business knowledge

Gain practical and theoretical understanding of commerce disciplines such as accounting, economics, finance, marketing, management, and information systems.

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Enhance business skills

Expand your skills in areas such as accounting theories, marketing practices, management, and innovation within commerce.

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Apply business principles across industries

Gain the flexibility to use commerce knowledge to complement your current studies or as preparation for entry-level business roles.

What You're Signing Up For

The Certificate in Commerce (CertCom) is ideal if you want to add commerce content alongside your non-commerce degree or do not plan to study the full Bachelor of Commerce. The Certificate comprises 60 points of courses from a selection of business-related subjects, and can serve as a pathway to further study in commerce.

Course Content

  • Accounting
  • Computer Science
  • Economics
  • Finance
  • Information Systems
  • Innovation
  • Management
  • Marketing

What you need to know first

University Entrance or equivalent

English language requirements if English is not the first language

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Business

  • Commerce

  • Management

  • Accounting

  • Economics

  • Finance

  • Marketing

  • Information Systems

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Accountant

  • Economist

  • Financial Analyst

  • Operations Manager

  • Marketer

  • Information Systems Specialist

  • Consultant

  • Manager

  • Entrepreneur