New Zealand Diploma in Business (Accounting Strand) (Level 5)
Accounting
A course by
SIT
Gain the skills to pursue a career in accounting with this one-year NZQA Level 5 diploma, which covers New Zealand's business environment and core accounting topics, available via flexible ‘HyFlex’ (in-person or online) learning.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Invercargill / Hyflex, Invercargill
It will take a total of 1 year
Core skills this course teaches
Analyse the impact of business environments
Analyse the operational impact of internal and external environments on a business entity to inform decision-making.
Apply business principles to operations
Apply broad knowledge of operations, accounting, marketing/sales, HR, and risk management to support business performance.
Support innovation and change
Contribute operationally to innovation and organisational change within business entities.
What You're Signing Up For
This one-year diploma is tailored for individuals organised and numerically inclined who are looking to build a foundation in accounting. The programme delivers broad knowledge of business operations with special focus on accounting principles, accounting software, tax compliance, and financial analysis. Graduates are prepared for roles in accounting and business or for further study such as entry to year two of the Bachelor of Accounting.
Course Content
- ACCY5101 Introduction to Accounting and Taxation
- ACCY5102 Applied Accounting
- ACCY5103 Analysis of Financial Information
- ACCY5104 Budgets for Planning and Control
- BSNS5001 Organisations in an Aotearoa New Zealand Context
- BSNS5002 Business Environments
- BSNS5003 Business Functions
- BSNS5004 Change and Innovation
What you need to know first
At least 16 years of age at programme commencement (or Early Release Exemption)
NCEA Level 2 with 8 literacy credits at Level 2 or above and 14 numeracy credits at Level 1 or above, or equivalent
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Business
Accounting
Finance
Future employment opportunities might be
Accounting roles in business entities
Business operational roles
Community and volunteer accounting positions