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  • Level 6
  • 15 Credits
  • 0.125 EFTS
  • Delivery type:
    Online
  • Course duration: 16 weeks
  • Course cost:
    $680 NZ Domestic
    $1,590 NZ International
  • Workload - Approximately 10 hours per week
  • Availability
    Monthly course availability for upcoming periods
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This online course will enable learners to develop the knowledge, skills, and competencies to apply the law to form and operate business entities and structures

When you successfully complete this course you will be able to:

  • Explain the formation of business structures, their governance, management, and the liabilities of parties in Aotearoa New Zealand.
  • Analyse organisational needs to recommend an appropriate entity type for the Aotearoa New Zealand context.
  • Apply the legal requirements and liabilities of parties when raising private capital for a small to medium enterprise (SME) and for an organisation seeking funds from the financial markets.
  • Apply law relating to enforcement of secured and unsecured debt to a range of legal entities in the Aotearoa New Zealand context.

Assessment

  • 50% internally assessed
  • 50% exam, which you need to complete in person.

Exam dates

2026 offerings
  • Courses starting Jul - 23 Oct 2026
  • Courses starting Nov - 18 Feb 2027
2027 offerings
  • Courses starting Mar - 14 Jun 2027
  • Courses starting Jul - 22 Oct 2027
More about examinations

Computer and internet requirements

This course is delivered online, so you will access your course material and submit assessments online. Our online courses may include reading, videos, quizzes or activities, and you may need to download content.

For online learning you need:

  • Access to a laptop or desktop computer
  • Reliable internet and data plan.  

If you are unsure if your current computer, Windows or internet access will allow you to study online, please contact us before applying to enrol. 

Find out more about online learning 

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