New Zealand Certificate in Business (Small Business) (Level 4)
Course details
| NZQF Level | 4 |
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About the course
What you'll learn
By the end of this programme, you’ll be able to:
- Develop a business plan for a small business, which is suitable for external stakeholders, and which addresses management of finances, HR, marketing, technology; relationships with stakeholders, sources of information and support.
- Operate and manage a small business to improve business performance and meet stakeholder requirements.
- 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 offers the best of both worlds; the flexibility of online study through Open Polytechnic combined with the benefits of local campus access. You'll study online at your own pace, from anywhere. However, as a WITT learner, you'll also have the option to:
- Utilise local campus facilities, such as the library, computers, and gym.
- Attend optional in-person workshops and support sessions for additional help.
To ensure a smooth online learning experience, you'll need:
- A laptop or desktop computer (smartphones and tablets aren't suitable for this programme).
- Reliable broadband internet access.
- A data plan that can handle online learning tasks like streaming videos, downloading materials, and submitting assessments.
Unsure if your current setup meets these requirements? Contact us before you enrol - we're here to help you prepare for your studies.
Entry requirements
40 credits at NCEA Level 1, including 10 Literacy credits and 10 Numeracy credits;
OR
relevant qualification at NZQF Level 2 or above;
OR
a recognised equivalent.
Career Opportunities
This qualification will enable you to improve the performance of your own small business.
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New Zealand Certificate in Business (First Line Management) (Level 4)
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.