New Zealand Certificate in Business (Introduction to Small Business)
EIT
Subject area
Business Management
Qualification
Duration
20 Weeks
Total student fees
$3,561
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
The purpose of this qualification is to provide Aotearoa New Zealand with people who will be able to assess small business opportunities.
They will be able to explore and assess opportunities and understand requirements for establishing a small business, in accordance with ngā kaupapa o te Tiriti o Waitangi (the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi), and in a multi-cultural environment.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
NCEA Level 1, or NZ Certificate in Retail (Level 2), or A NZ Certificate in Foundation Studies (Level 1), or A qualification at Level 1 or above on the NZQF, with evidence of literacy and numeracy abilities equivalent to NCEA (Level 1), or Evidence of relevant knowledge and experience, including literacy and numeracy abilities equivalent to NCEA (Level 1). In the latter two situations the applicant is required to participate in an enrolment interview with the purpose of verifying the evidence. Applicants whose first language is not English must have an acceptable level of English language fluency prior to enrolment in the programme. This may be demonstrated in a variety of ways, including schooling in New Zealand, completion of the relevant New Zealand Certificate in English Language, approved scores on IELTS tests or completion of accepted international equivalents. Specific scores for IELTS and New Zealand Certificates in English Language are as follows: IELTS 5.0 General or Academic (no band score lower than 5) NZCEL Level 3 with an endorsement of either General, Workplace, or Academic For acceptable alternatives refer to the English Proficiency Outcomes Chart. There are no other requirements. Computer literacy is highly recommended in order to be able to cope with the online components of the courses.
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
20 Weeks
Tuition Fees
| Annual | Total qualification | |
|---|---|---|
|
Student fees
(what you pay)
|
$3,561 | $3,561 |
|
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
|
$2,441 | $2,441 |
| Total | $6,001 | $6,001 |
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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.
Student Success
N/A
National Graduate Outcomes
Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:
| Median earnings | N/A |
| Earnings range | N/A |
| In employment | N/A |
| In further study | N/A |
| On a benefit | N/A |
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Contact details
Main Campus Office
Free phone: 0800 225 5348
Phone: (06) 974 8000
Fax: (06) 974 8905
Email: info@eit.ac.nz
Web: http://www.eit.ac.nz
Where does this information come from?
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