New Zealand Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology) (Level 4)
Course details
| NZQF Level | 4 |
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About the course
New Zealand Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology) – Level 4
What You'll Learn
By completing this qualification, you will be able to:
- Select and apply business applications and technological devices to provide administrative services to meet business needs.
- Process comprehensive data, produce detailed information, and perform detailed financial calculations for business purposes.
- Maintain administrative systems and processes and make recommendations for improvements to meet business needs
- Collaborate and contribute to the achievement of team objectives.
- Select and apply customer service techniques to consistently meet stakeholder expectations.
- Behave professionally and ethically and in a socially and culturally responsible manner, and apply personal and interpersonal skills in administration roles, to support the performance of the entity.
Flexible Online Learning with Local 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 at WITT. You'll study online, from anywhere around the region and as a WITT learner, you'll also have the option to:
- Utilise local campus facilities, like the library, computers, and gym.
- Attend optional in-person 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.
I decided to come and study at WITT to further my studies and ensure I felt prepared enough to be able to succeed in a business environment. The programme covers a variety of skills to ensure you are able to go straight from study into work confidently and it also allows you to practice and learn the job while in class.
The campus feels like a community, it's lively and you are encouraged to use the services such as extra help with assessments and referencing. Everyone at WITT wants to see you succeed, and they will do anything to help you do that!
Skye Hutchings
Administration
Entry requirements
IELTS Academic: Overall 5.5; Band minimum 5; Listening 5; Reading 5; Writing 5; Speaking 5.
General Admission
To be admitted to this programme applicants must hold one of the following:
40 credits at NCEA Level 1, including 10 Literacy credits and 10 Numeracy credits; or a recognised equivalent; a relevant qualification at NZQF Level 2 or above.
Special Admission
Any ākonga who is 20 years of age or older and has not reached the general admission requirements for their intended programme is eligible for Special Admission. Te Pūkenga works with the ākonga to ensure they are prepared for their intended programme.
Discretionary Admission
Any ākonga who is not yet 20 years of age and has not reached the general admission requirements for their intended programme may be eligible for Discretionary Admission. In assessing whether to grant Discretionary Admission, the delegated authority focuses on the applicant’s level of preparedness for their intended programme.
English Language Requirements
All applicants (international and domestic) for whom English or te reo Māori is not a first language need to provide evidence that they have the necessary English language proficiency required for the programme.
International applicants are required to have an IELTS score of 5.5 (general or academic) with no individual band lower than 5 from one test taken in the preceding two years, or an equivalent described in NZQA Rules.
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 foundation programmes.