New Zealand Certificate in Financial Services (Level 5)
Course details
About the course
About the programme
Already work in the financial services sector and keen to upskill? This programme is designed to help you become an expert with the specialised knowledge, practical skills and proficiency in financial services operations to excel in your field.
Graduates can offer personalised financial advice to clients in various roles based on their specialty area (see below for a list of options).
Upon completing this online programme you will be eligible for career paths including Insurance Advisor, Technical Specialist and Advisor Support.
Entry requirements
Entry
Entry requirements
Academic requirements
- Minimum 8 NCEA Level 2 credits in English (4 in writing, 4 in reading), or be able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge or skills.
- For those over 20 who do not meet the entry requirements, you will be eligible to be enrolled where your previous educational, work or life experience indicate that you have a reasonable likelihood of success.
International equivalence
To enter Otago Polytechnic's undergraduate certificates, diplomas and degrees, you need to have achieved a secondary school qualification that is equivalent to New Zealand's NCEA levels (National Certificate of Educational Achievement).
This information is available by country on our Equivalent academic entry requirements page.
English Language requirements
If English is not your first language, you must provide:
- New Zealand University Entrance, OR
- Overall IELTS 5.5 (academic, no band score lower than 5.0) achieved in one test completed in the last two years, OR
- Acceptable alternative evidence of the required IELTS (see here for internationally recognised proficiency tests and proficiency outcomes for international students).
If you need to improve your English Language skills, we offer a wide range of English programmes.
About the provider
If you want to get a job and build a great career, Otago Polytechnic is a smart choice.
We’re known for offering the highest quality, hands-on training that helps students succeed. Our graduates are confident, skilled, and ready to work from day one. And, employers love that.
We’ve earned the highest ratings from the New Zealand Government for our teaching and support. Our flexible study options make it easier for you to learn in a way that suits your life.
At Otago Polytechnic, you’ll gain practical skills, real-world experience, and the confidence to make a real impact - in your career and in your community.