Certificate in Commerce
Business & Management
A course by
University of Canterbury
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.
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

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

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

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

What sort of industry will this job lead to
Business
Commerce
Management
Accounting
Economics
Finance
Marketing
Information Systems

Future employment opportunities might be
Accountant
Economist
Financial Analyst
Operations Manager
Marketer
Information Systems Specialist
Consultant
Manager
Entrepreneur