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Certificate in Business Ownership

If you have a fantastic idea for starting your own business and would like some skills and knowledge to get going or explore its potential then the Certificate in Business Ownership is for you. If you already own your own business then this qualification will extend your knowledge and give you the skills required to help it grow.

This programme is also a great complement to other studies such as digital photography, carpentry or beauty. It allows you to combine the skills learned through either study or work experience into the planning and running of your own business.

You will be learning online with support through forums/chat sessions and tutor-facilitated workshops allowing you to continue working as you study.

What will this programme cover?

  • Marketing
  • Business planning
  • Accounting
  • Financial issues
  • Computers in business
  • Taxation
  • Legal advice
  • Compliance - OSH, ACC, Taxation, GST

Related Careers

  • Own/manage your own business
  • Self-employed
  • Consultancy
  • Business planner or advisor

What do you need to apply?

For this certificate you need to be over the age of 20, attend an interview and have a business idea for development.

Further Study Options

New Zealand Diploma in Business
(Level 6, Aoraki Polytechnic Programme)

National Diploma in Applied Business
(Level 5, Aoraki Polytechnic Programme)

National Diploma in Business Administration
(Level 5, Aoraki Polytechnic Programme)

Business Degree
(CPIT, Lincoln University and the Open Polytechnic)

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