New Zealand Diploma in Business (Level 5)

Business & Management

A course by

Wintec

Develop foundational business knowledge and work-ready skills in accounting or leadership and management through the New Zealand Diploma in Business (Level 5) at Wintec. Choose your strand and prepare for supervisory or advisory roles or further study.

NZ$8,947

inc GST

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NZQA Level 5 Certification (120 Credits)

Study Level

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In-person study

Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting

Hamilton City Campus, Hamilton

It will take a total of 1 year

This course requires 16 hours per week

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Broad business knowledge

Understand key theories, practices, and principles across operational business contexts, including marketing, accounting, operations, human resources, and risk management.

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Decision-making in business

Develop the ability to inform decisions based on analysis of internal and external environments and risk management.

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Bicultural and ethical practice

Apply knowledge of te Tiriti o Waitangi and ethical principles to strengthen bicultural partnerships and operate responsibly within social, cultural, and environmental contexts.

What You're Signing Up For

This one-year diploma equips students with an in-depth understanding of business theory and applied skills. After introductory modules in business environments, functions, and innovation, students select either the Accounting or Leadership & Management strand, developing knowledge relevant to financial administration, operations, team leadership, and more. Graduates are well-placed for operational roles or for progressing to degree-level business study.

Course Content

  • Organisations in an Aotearoa New Zealand Context
  • Business Environments
  • Business Functions
  • Change and Innovation
  • Accounting Principles and Practices (Accounting strand)
  • Risk Management
  • Financial Analysis
  • Budgets for Planning and Control
  • Introduction to Leadership (Leadership & Management strand)
  • Operations Management and Compliance
  • Business Planning
  • Managing Projects
  • Application of te Tiriti o Waitangi in business
  • Ethical practices in business
  • Relationship and communication skills

What you need to know first

At least 16 years of age at the programme start date or provide completed Early Release Exemption form

Achievement of NCEA Level 2 including 8 Literacy credits at Level 2 or above and 14 Numeracy credits at Level 1 or above, or equivalent

Or successful completion of an approved qualification at Level 3 or above with a relevant pathway

Or discretionary admission based on evidence of likely success (subject to Academic Authority approval)

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Business

  • Management

  • Finance

  • Accounting

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Finance administrator

  • Inventory controller

  • Accounts receivable/payable officer

  • Manager

  • Team leader

  • Supervisor (operational level)