New Zealand Diploma in Business (Level 5), Accounting Strand
Accounting
A course by
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
Take your first step towards an accounting career with practical skills in financial transactions, reporting, budgets, and ethical practice. This NZQA Level 5 diploma provides a pathway to become a chartered accountant.
NZ$8,069
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Process financial transactions
Develop skills to process a variety of financial transactions encountered in real-life business situations.
Apply accounting concepts
Apply accounting concepts to prepare and present financial statements and reports.
About This Course
The New Zealand Diploma in Business (Level 5), Accounting Strand at Toi Ohomai prepares students with practical accounting skills using real-life business scenarios. Learners gain proficiency in processing financial transactions, preparing financial statements, budgeting, tax application, financial risk evaluation, and ethical conduct in the accounting profession. The diploma can lead directly to year two of the Bachelor of Accounting (CAANZ and CPA approved), setting graduates on the path to chartered accountancy. Study options include both full-time and part-time delivery, with a mix of campus tutorials, online activities, and self-directed learning.
Course Content
- Organisations in an Aotearoa New Zealand Context
- Business Functions
- Business Environments
- Change and Innovation
- Introduction to Accounting and Taxation
- Applied Accounting
- Analysis of Financial Information
- Budgets for Planning and Control
Entry Requirements
Be at least 16 years of age on the date the course starts
NCEA Level 2 including 8 literacy credits at Level 2 or above or equivalent
Build towards these roles
Accounting TechnicianAnalystBusiness BankerOffice ManagerFinance ManagerAccounts AssistantBookkeeper
Build skills in these industries
Accounting
Known for hands-on, industry-aligned education, Toi Ohomai focuses on giving learners real skills that lead to real outcomes. With strong employer connections, supportive teaching, and clear pathways across certificates, diplomas, and degrees, it’s a place where learning stays relevant and confidence grows over time. Courses span trades, construction, business, health, creative industries, technology, and primary industries, helping learners build experience and momentum for whatever comes next.
