Course details

NZ Certificate in Business (Accounting Support Services) (Level 4)
NZQF Level 4

About the course

Setting the foundations for accounting support

The NZ Certificate in Business (Accounting Support Services) sets foundations of good practice and a solid understanding of common but necessary accounting functions that lead to effective bookkeeping.

The purpose of this qualification is to provide New Zealand business entities with people who can carry out a broad range of accounting support services, or for those who currently work in a range of accounting support roles.

Innovative approaches to teaching and learning provide you with an opportunity to gain knowledge and understanding of the principles and practices behind key accounting concepts.

Outline

The purpose of this qualification is to provide New Zealand business entities with people who can carry out a broad range of accounting support services, or for those who currently work in accounting support roles in business entities.

Your future career and study opportunities

As a graduate of this qualification you will have the skills and knowledge to be employed in a variety of business entities in accounting support roles including:

  • Accounts officer
  • Payroll officer
  • Sole-charge administrator
  • Accounts payable/receivable
  • Accounts assistant
  • Book keeper

You will also be able to contribute to community groups in volunteer accounting functions including:

  • Club treasurer
  • Marae committee member
  • Not-for-profit organisation

You can also go on to study the NZ Diploma in Business (Level 5) with strands in Accounting, Leadership and Management or Administration and Technology.

Academic learning services

Academic Learning Services is here to assist you on your journey towards the successful completion of your studies at EIT | Te Pūkenga. Our aim is for you to become confident, competent and independent learners.

We have dedicated advisors who can assist with your learning.

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Hawke’s Bay Campus

About the provider

The Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT) offers you over 160 qualifications from certificate and diploma, to degree and postgraduate level at campuses in Hawke's Bay, Tairāwhiti (Gisborne) and Auckland. Or learn at one of our Regional Learning Centres situated in Hastings, Maraenui, Ruatoria, Waipukurau and Wairoa. EIT Hawke's Bay is one of New Zealand's most attractive campuses with superb architecture and shaded outdoor areas for study on warm days. EIT Tairāwhiti two campuses are located in the heart of Gisborne, near the Taruheru River, and you can get more central than EIT Auckland location on Queen Street! When you choose to study at EIT you'll get the kind of experiences that will help you gain the knowledge and skills to get ahead, whether you want to break into your chosen career or change direction in life.

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