Course details

Summary

The administration team is often the oil that ensures the smooth running of a business or organization. It takes systems knowledge and expertise to provide great service to the rest of the team and increase productivity. A New Zealand Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology) level 3 will give you the knowledge to help take your career to the next level.

Who is this for?

If you want to kick start your administrative career or you want to formalize your existing skills then this qualification is for you.

How will I learn

You can fit your study around your work, family and lifestyle – there is no need to be a full-time student while studying through our TANZ eCampus portal. You can work and learn. All study is completely online – with supportive facilitators and advisors to help you along the way.

How long will it take?

This programme has flexible start dates with courses available to start at regular times throughout the year. All courses are available to complete as a full-time or part-time option. Our full-time option will take approximately 5-6 weeks per course. Our part-time option will take approximately 11-12 weeks per course.

Career and study pathways

Don’t limit yourself – career opportunities could open up as a result of completing a Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology) Level 3. These may include roles as team leader, supervisor, or manager of a small team.

If you catch the study bug, there are other qualifications and courses that you can take on that will further enhance your career opportunities. You can go on to study Team Leadership or First Line Management. You could also take on NZ Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology) level 4.

Benefits to you

You will become an efficient administrator

The administration team can be crucial in ensuring the smooth running of an office or organization. You help solve problems before others know they exist and you keep the wheels turning. You will learn how to identify and develop solutions to common problems within the administrative function of an entity, ensuring reduced down time for the team and smooth systems.

You will help manage compliance

Every business or organization has rules that have been put in place to make sure that the entity operates smoothly and in compliance with rules and regulations. This course will help you to understand those issues and make sure that you know how to put systems in place that ensure compliance.

Understand how to communicate clearly

Clear communication is essential in a team environment – whether you are ensuring the roll out of smooth systems, handling customer enquiries or dealing with senior managers. With a qualification in administration and technology you will learn the skills required to ensure you communicate confidently and effectively.

Learn about document presentation

To be a key member of the administration team you need to know about document management. Learn about the correct format to use for a variety of documentation and how to ensure you present a quality end product that hits the mark.

Entry criteria

Open Entry

If English is not your first language, you must also demonstrate English language skills equivalent to an IELTS overall band score (academic) of 5.0 (with no band score less than 5.0), from one test taken in the preceding two years.