Start counting your way to success with a Bachelor of Business in Accounting. This flexible distance learning degree is internationally recognised and accredited by leading accounting bodies Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (for both their Chartered Accountants (CA) and Associate Chartered Accountants (ACA) designations) and CPA Australia. With this degree in hand you may also be eligible for exemptions for subjects in the UK based Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) and Association of Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA) qualifications.
Bachelor of Business (Accounting) Chartered Accountants programme
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Approximately 10-12 hours study per week for each 20 credit course. This may be higher at assessment or exam time.
Approximate cost for the full qualification based on 2018 fee information, not including annual administration fees, fee increases, textbooks, course materials or external exam fees.
Eligible for student loans, if you meet the criteria. Student loans and eligibility
You must be at least 17 years of age at the start of the programme and have one of the following:
Contact us if you don’t meet the above criteria to discuss your study options.
Some of the courses are delivered online so you will need to have regular access to a computer or device, a reliable broadband internet connection and a data plan to be able to support your online learning. You will need to stream videos, download content and submit assessments online.
International students
You can study this programme part-time if you’re an international student living in New Zealand or overseas. If you’re living in New Zealand you will need to be in paid employment with a valid work permit.
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You can study this programme if you’re a New Zealand citizen living overseas.
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English is the language of study at Open Polytechnic. You will need to be able to read and write well in English so that you can understand course materials and also submit written assessments. There are criteria that must be met if English is not your first language. Find out more about English language requirements or contact us.