Do you want to become a skilled administrator and decision-maker?
Every business needs that one person that holds all the administrative strands together, making sure the business runs smoothly.
This qualification will help you to develop your understanding of the functions and operations of a business so you can streamline administrative processes and make decisions to support management. Download qualification brochure.
Who is this for?
Do you want to become an administrator who makes decisions and contributes to the achievement of organisational strategic objectives? Through this qualification, you’ll learn how to analyse, evaluate and improve administrative systems and processes within an organisation.
It will prepare you to work in a range of administration roles in a variety of sectors, including as an executive assistant, project and event administrator, office manager and office administration team leader.
Qualification details
- Level: 5
- Credit: 120
- Qualification fee: $5,285.60 (domestic students). Includes GST.
- Duration: Part time: 72 weeks | Full time 36 weeks
- Indicative hours per week: Part time: 16.5 | Full time: 33
Courses
To complete the New Zealand Diploma in Business (Administration and Technology) (Level 5) you are required to complete the following courses:
Core Courses
- Organisations in a New Zealand Context
- Business Environments
- Business Functions
- Understanding Change
Business Administration Courses
- Administration Services
- Business Technologies
- Administration Systems, Processes and Projects
- Business Information Management
If an individual course is of interest – it is possible to complete a course and not a full qualification. To find out the best study pathway for you, speak with one of our Sales and Learner Service Coordinators today – call 0800 328 269 or complete the form at the bottom of this page.
Benefits to you
Understand core administrative services, systems and process
To excel in an administrative function you need to really understand your clients’ needs and expectations and how you fit in with regard to delivery. This qualification will ensure you have a sound knowledge of all administrative functions and will provide you with the knowledge to meet expected requirements of the role, providing smart solutions to solve administrative problems.
Discover required business technologies
Technology is changing rapidly. If you don’t keep abreast of changes in the work environment you will get left behind. But how do you know what you don’t know? You take on extra study that guides and informs you about new opportunities and methodologies. That is what this qualification will deliver.
Manage change
Change is a constant in our lives and learning how to drive and manage change within a business environment is a necessity. You need to be able to understand the reasons for change, the impacts on your role and how to adapt to maximise the opportunities.
Learn about how NZ organisations operate
Every country has slightly different ways of working within a commercial and corporate environment. You need to understand the lie of the land when it comes to the NZ context and study will help provide that piece of the jigsaw.
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 with eCampus NZ. You can work and earn. All study is completely online – with supportive facilitators and advisors to help you along the way.
How long will it take?
This qualification is made up of eight courses. Each course is delivered over 9 weeks. NZQA guidelines suggest up to 150 hours of total study time for a 15 credit course. So to complete one of the courses successfully in the 9 weeks you must be prepared to devote approximately 16.5 hours per week to your study. Depending on your previous academic online experience and course level this may vary to a certain degree.
If you want to study as a full-time student you can enrol on more than one course at a time, which will increase the amount of study required per week. Please refer to https://www.studylink.govt.nz/about-studylink/glossary/full-time-definition.html.
Career and study pathways
On completion of this course you could be ready to take on a variety of careers or a promotion within your existing workplace and you will have the skills and knowledge to be employed in a variety of business entities in roles like personal and executive assistant, customer service consultant or team leader in an office administration role.
If you wish to undertake further study towards other business qualifications, view our business qualification pathways flowchart, to find your next step.
Entry requirements
Applicants under 20 years old
- A minimum of 14 numeracy credits at level 1 or higher in Mathematics or Pangarau on the Directory of Assessment Standards, and
- Fifty credits at level 2 or above with at least 12 credits in each of three subjects including a minimum of 8 literacy credits at level 2 or higher in English or Te Reo Māori; of which 4 credits must be in reading and 4 credits must be in writing.
- The literacy credits will be selected from a schedule of approved achievement standards and unit standards found on the NZQA website at Literacy requirements for University Entrance.
or equivalent to the above.
Applicants 20 years or over
For applicants 20 years or over, there are no minimum academic requirements. However, applicants will need to provide their curriculum vitae detailing any relevant work experience and academic achievements. This information will used to assess whether the applicant is likely to successfully complete the NZ Diploma in Business Programme.
Special Entry
In exceptional circumstances, an applicant under the age of 20 years who does not meet the academic entry requirements may be granted entry to the NZ Diploma in Business where they supply evidence of their ability to succeed on the NZ Diploma in Business programme.
Language requirements:
English language requirements where English is not the first language:
- IELTS 5.5 Academic (no band score lower than 5.0), or equivalent
Student loans and allowances
Courses and qualifications through eCampus NZ are eligible for student loan support on condition that the student and level of study meet certain criteria. Student loans are administered through Studylink. Visit http://www.studylink.govt.nz/ for more information.
Testimonials
“I didn’t find the study process intimidating at all, which I think sometimes it can be especially as an older woman returning to study. The fact I could study from the comfort of my own home with plenty of help from the co-ordinator, and also thanks to other younger girls on my course, made me feel really empowered.”
“I didn’t find the study process intimidating at all, which I think sometimes it can be especially as an older woman returning to study. The fact I could study from the comfort of my own home with plenty of help from the co-ordinator, and also thanks to other younger girls on my course, made me feel really empowered.”
Course Providers
eCampus NZ is offered by eight of New Zealand’s major tertiary providers including:
All qualifications will be awarded by one of these providers. Courses completed through eCampus NZ are industry recognised and accepted by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA). Graduates may attend the graduation ceremony of the relevant tertiary partner and will receive a parchment from the institute at which they enrolled.
Digital badges
In addition to the parchment awarded by your institute, learners who successfully complete this programme will be awarded a digital badge.
Digital badges are electronic versions of paper certificates. They are becoming a popular way to showcase skills and achievements online. You can share your badge to LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook; over email; embedded in a website or in your email signature. Find out more here.