New Zealand Diploma in Business
Business & Management
A course by
UCOL
Develop your skills for a range of business roles by studying the UCOL New Zealand Diploma in Business, with specialisation options in Accounting or Leadership and Management.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 2 locations
It will take a total of 41 weeks
This course requires 40 hours per week
Core skills this course teaches
Apply business knowledge in operational roles
Develop and use business knowledge to effectively contribute to organisational objectives and success in New Zealand business environments.
Analyse business environments and stakeholders
Analyse internal and external factors affecting organisations, including stakeholders, organisational culture, sustainability considerations, and risk.
Demonstrate effective business communication skills
What You're Signing Up For
The UCOL New Zealand Diploma in Business (Level 5) prepares you for operational roles in New Zealand business settings, contributing to strategic objectives and developing analytical skills. With strands in Accounting or Leadership and Management, the diploma covers core business functions, change and innovation, and prepares graduates for a variety of roles or further study. Industry support and real-world problem solving are key aspects of the programme.
Course Content
- Organisations in an Aotearoa New Zealand Context
- Business Environments (SWOT, PESTEL, sustainability, risk)
- Business Functions (Operations, HR, Marketing, Sales, Accounting)
- Change and Innovation (change management, innovation frameworks, stakeholder engagement)
- Accounting Focus: Introduction to Accounting and Taxation, Applied Accounting, Analysis of Financial Information
- Leadership and Management Focus: Budgets for Planning and Control, Introduction to Leadership, Operations Management and Compliance, Business Planning, Managing Projects
What you need to know first
At least 16 years of age at programme commencement or completed Early Release Exemption form
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Business
Management
Accounting
Finance
Future employment opportunities might be
Accounts assistant
Accounts payable administrator