You can be a communicator
All good leaders understand the power of communications. Grow your core skills in verbal and written business communications. Download course brochure.
You can study fees-free
From 1 January 2018, tertiary education will be fees-free for eligible first-time tertiary students on programmes level 3 and above. You may be eligible to study this course fee-free. Find out if you’re eligible for free study.
Benefits to you
Learn to communicate professionally
There are many aspects to successful communication. When communicating within a workplace environment you need to understand the importance of all verbal and written correspondence. In this course you will gain the tools to communicate in a socially and culturally appropriate manner with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
Learn business communication protocols
Gain the skills to write basic business reports and manage business correspondence. Learn the importance of engagement protocols, internal policies, cultural diversity and ethics.
Gain self-management skills
Understand the importance of time management, personal presentation and the power of a positive attitude.
Develop relevant on the job skills
Make an impact in your work place immediately.
Course details
- Level: 3
- Credit: 16
- Course fee: $186.12 (domestic students). Includes GST.
- Duration: 12 weeks
- Indicative hours per week: 13
- EFTS: 0.133
How long will it take?
This course is delivered over 12 weeks. NZQA guidelines suggest up to 160 hours of total study time for a 16 credit course. So to complete this course successfully in the 12 weeks you must be prepared to devote approximately 13 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. Please speak to one of our enrolment coordinators for more information on 0800 328 269 or refer to https://www.studylink.govt.nz/about-studylink/glossary/full-time-definition.html
Testimonials

“The attraction to eCampus NZ was the opportunity to further my study and learning in a way that was cost-effective and flexible. As I work full-time, I used my evenings and weekends to complete 20 hours a week of study and holidays to catch up.”
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 will receive a certificate or diploma from the institution in which they enrolled, and if offered, may receive it at the institute’s graduation ceremony.