Business

Welcome

Whether you plan to run your own business or work for someone else, the skills and knowledge you’ll gain at Aoraki Polytechnic will be invaluable. From Accounting, Computers and Management through to Banking, Tourism and Marketing, these qualifications would be an asset to any CV.

Brochure: Business Study Options 2010

Business Studies Timetable: Timaru Semester Two 2010

Business Studies Qualification Structure: View chart

Certificate in International Tourism (Level 4)

*Subject to internal and external approvals

Expressions of interest are now being taken for this potential new programme.

The Certificate in International Tourism aims to provide you with all the skills required to gain employment in the tourism industry here and overseas.

View the information sheet here (pdf format). - Timaru

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.

New Zealand Diploma in Business

You will learn skills and acquire knowledge to effectively participate and manage in a business environment.

View the programme fact sheet here (pdf format). - Timaru, Ashburton, Oamaru and some online options available.
International programme fact sheet

“It is extremely valuable and I really enjoy the interaction and the fact that the classes are not just focussed on the theory but on how it actually applies in the real world.” - Gabrielle Lynch, Diploma in Business, 2009.

“The confidence it has given me is great, especially for someone from another country. You think you are expected to fit in but I have found that being different is not a bad thing because I can contribute from a different angle and enrich both mine and other’s perspectives.” - Henrieta Hamilton-Skurak, Diploma in Business, 2009.

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.

Diploma in Accounting

You will gain the knowledge and practical skills relative to accounting and taxation.

This qualification is made up of specifi c papers in the New Zealand Diploma in Business. Successful completion of the Diploma in Accounting is a pathway to completing the full New Zealand Diploma in Business, and may lead to work as an Accounting Technician.

View the programme fact sheet here (pdf format). - Timaru and Ashburton

International programme fact sheet

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.

New Zealand Institute of Management (NZIM) Diploma in Management

You will be provided with the knowledge and practical skills relevant to a wide range of employment opportunities in management.

View the programme fact sheet here (pdf format). - Timaru and Ashburton

International programme fact sheet

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.

Diploma in Human Resource Management

This programme enables you to gain the knowledge and skills to effectively manage people in organisations.

View the programme fact sheet here (pdf format). - Timaru and Ashburton

International programme fact sheet

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.

Certificate in Business Ownership

The Certificate in Business Ownership programme is designed for people who have an idea for starting their own business and require further knowledge on aspects of running a business.

You will be learning online with support through forums/chat sessions and tutor-facilitated workshops.

View the programme fact sheet here (pdf format). - Timaru, Ashburton and Oamaru

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.

Certificate in Professional Office Management

Incorporates the National Certificate in Computing (Level 3), National Certificate in Business Administration (Level 4) and Certificate in Information Technology (Level 3).

This Unit Standard-based programme covers a comprehensive range of computer software packages, offi ce systems and management support functions. There is a brief work experience component that provides you with the opportunity to apply the skills you have acquired on the programme in a work environment.

View the programme fact sheet here (pdf format). - Timaru, Ashburton and Oamaru (part-time by modules)

International programme factsheet

“The course has outweighed my expectations and given me confidence in my ability to succeed... I was nervous about trying to get back into the workforce but now I know I can do it.” - Shonny Te Puke, Certificate in Professional Office Management, 2009.

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.

National Certificate in First Line Management (Level 3)

This Unit Standard-based programme focuses on the areas of communication techniques, effective management of staff and leading and building a team and quality within the organisation.

This programme involves self-study and participation in 10 tutor-facilitated classroom days.

View the programme fact sheet here (pdf format). - Timaru, Ashburton and Oamaru

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.

National Certificate in First Line Management (Level 4)

This Unit Standard-based programme focuses on the areas of recruitment and performance management, problem solving, quality and change management and employment relations.

View the programme fact sheet here (pdf format). - Timaru, Ashburton and Oamaru

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.