Course details

FEES FREE. Certificate in Small Business

About the course

What you'll learn

By the end of this programme, you’ll be able to:

  • Develop a comprehensive business plan for a small business that includes finance, HR, marketing, technology, stakeholder relationships, and access to support services
  • Operate and manage a small business effectively to meet stakeholder needs and improve performance
  • Apply professional and ethical practices, and manage your business in a socially and culturally responsible way
  • Use strong interpersonal and self-management skills to lead and sustain your business

Flexible Online Learning with Optional Face-to-Face Support

This programme is delivered online, giving you the flexibility to study from anywhere, at your own pace.
You’ll also have the option to attend in-person workshops and support sessions, if you prefer some face-to-face interaction alongside your online learning.

To make the most of your studies, you’ll need:

  • A laptop or desktop computer (smartphones and tablets are not suitable)
  • Reliable broadband internet
  • A data plan that supports online learning tasks like streaming videos, downloading materials, and submitting assessments

Not sure if your setup meets the requirements? Contact us before you enrol—we’re happy to help you get started.

Career Opportunities

This qualification is ideal for those who are:

  • Running their own small business and want to improve its performance
  • Looking to launch a new business with a well-prepared plan and clear strategy

Seeking to develop core business and leadership skills relevant to the New Zealand market

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About the provider

The Western Institute of Technology at Taranaki (WITT) is a quality Government-owned tertiary education institution based in New Zealand's cultural and surfing hub. Taranaki is a beautiful region defined by its wonderful snow-capped mountain, extensive coastline, great surfing and many opportunities for outdoor activities. WITT is the only state tertiary institution in Taranaki and offers courses from certificate to degree level across a wide range of areas, including Business, Nursing, Hospitality, Te Reo Māori, Humanities, Media, Art, Electrical, Engineering, Automotive, Welding, Carpentry, Architecture, Computing, Fitness, Hairdressing, Beauty Therapy, Make-up Artistry, Social Sciences and Agriculture. WITT also specialises in English language tuition and foundation programmes for overseas students.

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