The Business Management Pathway is a comprehensive 18-month online program that covers accounting, bookkeeping, marketing, financial management, GST, employment law, and business planning. Designed for aspiring…
The Business Management Pathway is a comprehensive 18-month online program that covers accounting, bookkeeping, marketing, financial management, GST, employment law, and business planning. Designed for aspiring…
Practical, job-relevant skills for these roles. As a professional development course, it builds capability in this field rather than guaranteeing a specific role or salary.
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Accounting and Bookkeeping Fundamentals
Financial Statements
Understanding GST
Fundamentals of Income Tax
Understanding Key New Zealand Business Legislation
Employment Law & Introduction to Payroll
Marketing and Social Media
Budgeting, Forecasting and Cashflow Management
Financial Statement Analysis
Accounting with Xero
Accounting with MYOB
Business Essentials
What you’ll typically need to get started.
Requirements can vary by intake and pathway, so submit an enquiry to confirm what applies to you.
Courses are accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office. The Career Academy is also a member of the International Approval & Recognition Council.
Unlimited access to tutor support via phone and email during business hours. Tutors are experienced industry professionals passionate about student success.
Study 100% online whenever suits you, with 18 months access and approximately 220 hours of learning content.
Instant access to the Career Centre upon enrolment, including latest job opportunities, CV templates, free personalised CV review, job tips, interview preparation, and career coaching.
Optional upgrade includes expert career coaching, personalised career plan, LinkedIn profile review, and proven strategies for job and career success.
Receive a virtual Student ID Card upon enrolment, giving access to over 150,000 discounts on food, entertainment, travel and more in New Zealand and around the world.
Access to over 50 titles to enhance learning and knowledge.
Verify your qualification from The Career Academy with SEEK Pass upon completion, so you can share it on SEEK and stand out to employers as a qualified, job-ready candidate.
Covers starting up, business types and structures, preparing a business plan, and…
Unlocks after completing core modules; covers digital marketing strategies enhanced with…
The Career Academy offers an online Career Centre providing career coaching, CV reviews, interview preparation, job search resources, and LinkedIn profile reviews. Students have access to a Career Success Hub, Business Hub, and Self Service Resource Hub. The centre includes one-to-one coaching from dedicated career support staff and is available to all students during and after their studies.
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The Business Management Pathway is a comprehensive 18-month online program that covers accounting, bookkeeping, marketing, financial management, GST, employment law, and business planning. Designed for aspiring business owners and professionals looking to advance into management roles, the course includes practical tools like Xero and AI-powered digital marketing. Graduates earn an industry-accredited Certificate in Small Business Management and gain career support to help secure new roles or promotions.
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Last updated: July 2026