New Zealand Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology) (Level 4)
Business & Management
A course by
Whitireia & WelTec
Gain business administration, technology, and communication skills to excel in office environments. Learn practical applications like advanced Microsoft Office, MYOB, financial transactions, and collaborative business tasks.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
It will take a total of 1 year
Core skills this course teaches

Provide effective administrative services using technology
Utilise advanced Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access) and MYOB skills to perform a wide range of business administration tasks.

Produce and manage specialist business documents
Create, format, and maintain professional documents appropriate for business environments.

Manage financial transactions in a business setting
Perform core business accounting operations and use software tools to manage budgets and payroll.
What You're Signing Up For
The New Zealand Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology) (Level 4) provides training to equip students with the skills needed for modern business administration roles. Graduates develop advanced word processing, database, and spreadsheet skills, can manage financial transactions and payroll, and produce specialist business documents. The programme also focuses on improving communication, team collaboration, and effective business process management.
Course Content
- Advanced Microsoft Word formatting
- Producing specialist business documents
- Financial transactions, budget calculations, accounts receivable and payable
- Team collaboration and workplace dynamics
- Email and electronic diary management
- Advanced Excel and pivot tables
- Database management using Microsoft Access
- MYOB accounting and payroll
- Meeting procedures, minutes taking
- Business process improvement
- Understanding workplace communication and cultural diversity
- Workplace administration practices
What you need to know first
New Zealand Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology) (Level 3) or evidence of relevant study/work experience

What sort of industry will this job lead to
Business administration
Office management
Customer service

Future employment opportunities might be
Office manager
Office administrator
Project administrator
Personal assistant
Executive assistant
Customer service officer