New Zealand Diploma in Business (Level 5), Accounting Strand

Employers are looking for skilled and adaptable students who can keep up with technological developments. Start studying towards a career in accounting starting with the first step towards becoming a chartered accountant. You'll gain practical skills using real-life situations for processing financial transactions, applying accounting concepts to financial statements and reports, preparing budgets and monitoring business performance, financial decision making, application of tax rules to small business and individuals, evaluating and determining financial risk and act in accordance with the accounting profession’s Code of Ethics. Through the KPMG Junior Accountant Programme, you could apply for a junior accounting role with KPMG and study through Toi Ohomai, starting with the NZ Diploma in Business (Level 5). The New Zealand Diploma in Business (Level 5) (Accounting), is also the first year of the CAANZ and CPA approved Bachelor of Accounting at Toi Ohomai. Once you have completed the Diploma in Business, you can pathway straight into the second year of the Bachelor of Accounting. Graduate from this and gain your certification to be a Chartered Accountant. This course is offered through a combination of on-campus tutorials, online activities and self-directed learning.

Applicants must be at least 16 years of age on the date the course starts. For domestic applicants under the age of 20 will need:

NCEA Level 2 or equivalent, OR Successful completion of an approved qualification at Level 3 or above with a relevant pathway

If you do not meet the academic requirements you may be given special admission if Toi Ohomai staff are satisfied you are capable of successfully completing the requirements. Special admission may also apply for applicants over 20 years.