New Zealand Certificate in Business (Accounting Support Services) (Level 4)

NZ2455

This qualification will give you a sound understanding of the accounting functions that are required in a business. You will gain the knowledge to take on an entry level accounting support role within an organisation, contributing to performance and productivity.

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    Level
    4
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    Credits
    50
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    Study type Open
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    Cost
    $596 NZ Domestic

    Not including any course materials or external exam fees.

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    Student loan

    This programme can only be studied part-time.  It is not eligible for course-related costs, living costs or student allowances from StudyLink.

What you will learn 

When you achieve this qualification you will be able to: 

  • Produce financial information using accounting software. 
  • Operate the elements of accounting within the accounting cycle. 
  • Calculate tax and prepare relevant returns.
  • Manage accounts payable and receivable. 
  • Prepare payroll and related administration records.  
  •  Collaborate and contribute to the achievement of team objectives.
  • Communicate financial information clearly to stakeholders. 
  • Demonstrate professional and ethical behaviour, in a socially and culturally appropriate manner. 
  • Comply with internal policies, legislation, and other external requirements for the entity. 

 

Career opportunities 

This qualification will give you the skills and knowledge to be employed in a variety of business entities in accounting support roles including:  accounts officer, payroll officer, sole-charge administrator, accounts payable/receivable or accounts assistant.  You will also be able to contribute to community groups in volunteer accounting functions. 

 

Study pathways  

Graduates of this programme may progress to the New Zealand Diploma in Business (Level 5) (with strands in Accounting, Administration and Technology, Human Resource Management, Leadership and Management, Marketing and Sales, and Project Management)  

 

Maximum Programme Completion Time 

The last date for assessment of courses in this programme is 31 December 2023. To be awarded this qualification you will need to be enrolled in your last course(s) by July 2023, and successfully complete all course that make up this programme by 31 December 2023. 

  •  
    Level
    4
  •  
    Credits
    50
  •  
    Study type Open
  •  
    Cost
    $596 NZ Domestic

    Not including any course materials or external exam fees.

  •  
    Student loan

    This programme can only be studied part-time.  It is not eligible for course-related costs, living costs or student allowances from StudyLink.