New Zealand Certificate of Business (Accounting Support Services) Level 4
Course details
| NZQF Level | 4 |
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About the course
If you're thinking about moving into an accounts role, but you need more confidence and knowledge to take that step, this qualification will give you a sound understanding of the accounting functions that businesses require.
It covers: the accounting cycle; producing and communicating financial information using dedicated accounting software; calculating and preparing PAYE, GST and fringe benefit tax returns; managing accounts payable and receivable; preparing payroll and related administration records; collaborating and contributing to the achievement of team objectives; behaving professionally and ethically and in a socially and culturally responsible manner; applying personal and interpersonal skills to provide accounting support services for an entity.
This flexible programme gives you the choice of studying on campus or online, part-time or full-time. Each course requires eight hours of class per week. This is made up of five hours of scheduled classes (on campus or online) plus another three hours per week for an online tutorial – reviewing the weeks content.
This qualification will give you the skills and knowledge needed for accounting support roles such as accounts officer, payroll officer, sole-charge administrator, accounts payable/receivable and accounts assistant. You’ll also be able to contribute to community groups in volunteer accounting functions.
About the provider
Ara Institute of Canterbury is recognised as one of New Zealand’s leading tertiary institutes. Specialising in applied, vocational and professional training, it offers more than 150 courses from foundation to postgraduate level.
Ara caters to a diverse range of learners; from school leavers and career changers to professionals wanting to upskill and individuals seeking to re-enter the workforce.
All Ara students benefit from the Ara Advantage: relevant courses, taught by inspirational mentors in real-life learning environments. Almost every Ara programme includes work-integrated learning. Work placements, apprenticeships, industry-based projects and internships ensure students are work-ready when they graduate.
Across its six campuses, Ara’s dedicated tutors and non-academic staff support students throughout their study journey. A comprehensive range of student services - such as financial assistance, learning support, health and wellbeing services, accommodation, childcare and student events – contributes to the success of every student.
It also has six additional small community hubs which deliver free digital upskilling and personal development courses.