Program Overview

New Zealand Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology)

Overview

The New Zealand Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology) is a Level 4 program that equips students with the skills to provide administrative services and use technology and computer applications to undertake a wide range of administration tasks.

Program Details

Level

4

Duration

17 weeks, full-time

Domestic Fees

$3,548 (indicative for 2025 intake)

What You Will Learn

• Learn advanced Microsoft Word formatting skills
• Produce specialist business documents
• Complete financial transactions, including budget calculations and accounts receivable and payable
• Collaborate in a team environment
• Improve your email and electronic diary management
• Advanced Excel and pivot tables
• Learn database management using Microsoft Access
• MYOB accounting and payroll

Study with Hyflex

Hyflex learning enables you to choose how you study. Whether you’re already working or are studying full-time, you have the power to choose the balance between study and life. If you’re a student who is already working in a relevant workplace, you may have the opportunity to choose the courses that align to your skills and work.

You’ll also get the choice in how you engage with the programme. Hyflex offers options for learning on-campus in-person, remotely while the classes are in session, or retrospectively, whenever you get the time throughout the day. You can choose to study partly online, or fully online. There are also practical learning workshops if you prefer to study in person. We tailor the programme to suit how you learn best.

Career Options

• Office manager
• Office administrator
• Project administrator
• Personal assistant
• Executive assistant
• Customer service officer

Entry Requirements

Domestic

New Zealand Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology) (Level 3) or evidence of relevant study/work experience.

International

IELTS 5.5, no band below 5.0, or equivalent.

More Detail About This Qualification

Workplace Knowledge

Learn about team dynamics, meeting procedures, taking minutes, diary and email management and workplace communication. You will gain a strong understanding of administrative services required to meet organisational objectives and how you can contribute. Look at responsibilities of administrators, how to liaise effectively with colleagues, clients and other stakeholders, and examine workplace practices, legislation and cultural diversity, and collaborate with others to meet business objectives.

Specialist Documents

As a professional administrator, producing professional documentation is a must. This course will provide you with the skills and expertise to make sure that every document you produce is appropriate, professional and of a high standard. Develop advanced word processing skills using Microsoft Word, and also gain MYOB skills and knowledge.

Business Information

Effectively use features and functions of Microsoft Excel including PivotTables and perform financial calculations, analyse data, and select and apply business applications and technologies to produce business information.

Administration Systems

Develop knowledge and skills to provide, improve and maintain administration services. You will learn about relational databases and how to use payroll software. Look at business processes, how these can be improved, and how collaboration within a team can achieve the best results for business.