National Certificate in Business Administration and Computing (Level 3)

This qualification recognises a broad range of intermediate business administration and computing skills and knowledge required by the business community.

The Compulsory section includes unit standards that cover knowledge and skills that are necessary for safe operation in Business Administration.

The Elective section allows programmes to reflect the needs of the candidate and their work environment in business administration and information technology-related roles at an intermediate level. Minimum credits specified for interpersonal communications and writing recognise the need for competencies that underpin all business administration roles.

The Balance section allows a greater choice of skills and knowledge to promote greater relevance to candidate and workplace needs.

This qualification is the second of four qualifications in the business administration pathway for people seeking employment and/or further training and education through an accredited provider or through work-based training programmes.

This qualification builds on the skills and knowledge recognised by the National Certificate in Business Administration and Computing (Level 2) [Ref: 0008], and can lead to the National Certificate in Business Administration (Level 4) [Ref: 0634] and the National Diploma in Business Administration (Level 5) [Ref: 0370]. Alternatively, it could lead to other qualifications in the Business, and Computing and Information Technology fields.

Te Mahi Ako is a Private Training Enterprise (PTE) funded by the government to create world-class, nationally-recognised programmes linked to qualifications that staff can complete on the job. The benefit of on-the-job training is that you are earning an income, gaining a qualification, and getting real-life experience, all in one go. And because Te Mahi Ako’s programmes are government-subsidised, they are very affordable.

Te Mahi Ako works with a wide range of facilities throughout New Zealand, from small to large. Te Mahi Ako or the facility will provide learning resources and assessment tasks for the staff member, and supporting materials will help the workplace to deliver the training. In some cases, an organisation’s own in-house training programme will be aligned to a Te Mahi Ako programme, so staff members who complete the in-house training will simultaneously earn a national qualification. Te Mahi Ako also has a Recognition of Current Competency process, which means that you may be able to get your existing skills and experience recognised through a qualification.

To enrol in a Te Mahi Ako on-the-job qualification, you must be employed in the industry or be a volunteer. Make sure to check with the business that you’re working in, or would like to work in, to see if they are already registered with Te Mahi Ako.

For more information go to: www.temahiako.org.nz