New Zealand Diploma in Business (Level 5) (Accounting) or (Leadership and Management)
Course details
Porn研究所 the course
Porn研究所 the programme
This industry-relevant diploma focuses on the skills you need to work effectively in a range of operational roles. It聽is designed to give you the skills and competencies that are attractive to employers and required for future professional accountants. 聽
You'll gain the abilities and knowledge to make you a valued employee who can contribute to an organisation from day one, or continue studying towards higher levels of learning and development.听
Graduates of this qualification are eligible to enter the second year of our聽 or Bachelor of Accounting (if you complete the Accounting focus)聽 and you could also move into other relevant industry or professional qualifications at Level 6 or above.听
Open Polytechnic/Te P奴kenga also offers this programme fully online. See the and the .听
Study part-time
We know full-time study isn't always possible. We offer part-time options for this programme as well.
Entry requirements
Entry
Entry requirements
Academic requirements
- You must be 16 years old by the start of this programme OR provide an Early Release Exemption Form.
- You also need to meet one of these requirements:
- NCEA Level 2 including 8 Literacy credits at Level 2 or above, and 14 Numeracy credits at Level 1 OR above, OR
- An equivalent of the above, OR
- Successful completion of an approved qualification at Level 3 or above with a relevant pathway.
- Discretionary admission is available.
International equivalence
To enter Otago Polytechnic's undergraduate certificates, diplomas and degrees, you need to have achieved a secondary school qualification that is equivalent to New Zealand's NCEA levels (National Certificate of Educational Achievement).
This information is available by country on our Equivalent academic entry requirements page.
English Language requirements
If English is not your first language, you must provide:
- New Zealand University Entrance聽OR
- Overall Academic IELTS 5.5 with no individual band score lower than 5.0 (achieved in聽one聽test completed in the last two years),聽OR
- Acceptable alternative evidence of the required IELTS (see here for internationally recognised proficiency tests and proficiency outcomes for international students).
If you need to improve your English Language skills, we offer a wide range of English programmes.
Don't meet the entry requirements?
Our bridging to business programme (New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation Level 4) offers a great pathway into this diploma.听
If you're keen to study accounting, our New Zealand Certificate in Business (Accounting Support Services) (Level 4) offers an alternative path.
Porn研究所 the provider
If you want to get a job and build a great career, Otago Polytechnic is a smart choice.
We鈥檙e known for offering the highest quality, hands-on training that helps students succeed. Our graduates are confident, skilled, and ready to work from day one. And, employers love that.
We鈥檝e earned the highest ratings from the New Zealand Government for our teaching and support. Our flexible study options make it easier for you to learn in a way that suits your life.
At Otago Polytechnic, you鈥檒l gain practical skills, real-world experience, and the confidence to make a real impact - in your career and in your community.