National diploma in SBM level 5

Course information

The Diploma in Business (Level 5) is a nationally registered qualification, which has been approved by the NZ Qualifications Authority. It is a full time 38 week course, completed over 2 semesters of 19 weeks each. Student work is assessed by means of tests, research assignments and team based project work. Much student work involves applying course concepts in actual business case-studies.

Aim of the course

To prepare students to undertake planning, finance, sales and marketing and enterprise development in the establishment, operation and development of a small business enterprise.

Entry Requirements

IELTS 5.0 - 5.5 or equivalent
Competent to pass year 13 foundation course; or
Students can satisfy the Principal/Director of Studies that they are proficient in English language.

Course outline

Semester One (19 Weeks)
Semester Two (19 Weeks)

Subjects studied on the Diploma in Small Business Management (Level 5) include:

Small Business Management
Accounting
Financial Management
Business Information Processing
Marketing Principles

Electives: 3 courses

Strategic Management
Marketing Communications
Business Law
Human Resource Management
First Line Management
Business Administration
Generic Computing
Communication Skills
Economics

NB Whilst the college will make every effort to accommodate student choices, not all elective subjects will be available at all times.

Leads To

National Diploma in Business (Level 6)
Entry to bachelor degree courses with up to 6 credit transfers at some institutions.
A wide range of employment opportunities.

Qualification earns 60 points towards skilled migrant applications in New Zealand.

Course Start

February

April/May

July

September/October

Flexible Learning Option: The Diploma in Marketing is also available as an individually tailored and flexible learning option.