Course details

Summary

Gain the skills and knowledge to work in, start, operate, and grow a small business in New Zealand with UCOL's New Zealand Certificate in Business (Small Business).

From developing an entrepreneurial idea, through to pitching a new business concept to investors, the New Zealand Certificate in Business (Small Business) will equip you with all the skills and knowledge you need.

This business programme provides a strong foundation in small business and enables innovative ideas to become reality.

This Certificate is available on-campus and online via TANZ eCampus.

Career & Study Outcomes

Graduates of the New Zealand Certificate in Business (Small Business) will have the skills and knowledge to work in, start, operate, and grow a small business in New Zealand.

Technical knowledge and skills

Business plan development and pitching
Business performance monitoring and improvement
Financial management and accounting
Marketing, social media and communication
Technology and business systems solutions
Staff management and human resources
Professional development and business innovation

People and communication skills

Customer service
Stakeholder relationship building
Public relations

Education pathway

New Zealand Certificate in Business (Small Business) graduates gain automatic entry and can progress onto the following programmes:

NZ Diploma in Business
Bachelor of Applied Management

Course Information

Business Environment and Law
Finance and Technology
Human Resources and Professional Development
Marketing and Communication

Accreditation

The programme is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority under the provisions of the Education Act 1989, and Universal College of Learning (UCOL) Trading as Universal College of Learning (UCOL) is accredited to teach it.

Entry criteria

NCEA level 2 or equivalent;
OR
New Zealand Certificate in Business (Introduction to small business) (Level 3);
OR
Equivalent academic achievement on a case-by-case basis;
OR
At the discretion of the Executive Dean

The minimum entry for international students is an IELTS General or Academic Level 5.5 with no band lower than 5, taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form (or equivalent, including TOEFL).

Applicants under 20 years of age:
Applicants under 20 years of age must provide evidence of an equivalent academic qualification that meets the relevant programme requirements for entry.