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Certificate in Farm Management

Build Farm Management Skills with an Industry Certificate

Study farm management online at your own pace and earn a certificate accredited by ICOES, CPD Standards Office, and IARC. 100 hours, 6 months access.

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Certificate in Farm Management

Build Farm Management Skills with an Industry Certificate

Study farm management online at your own pace and earn a certificate accredited by ICOES, CPD Standards Office, and IARC. 100 hours, 6 months access.

CPD Endorsed100% OnlineFrom $29/Week
6 Mths
Duration
Online
Delivery
Flexible
Start Date
CPD Endorsed
Credential
Why Study This

Practical, Job-Relevant Skills You Can Build.

Accredited By ICOES, CPD Standards Office, And IARC

100% Online, No Exams, 6 Months To Complete

SEEK Pass Verified Credential Included On Completion

Skills & Applications

Skills You'll Build

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.

35k+
Employed in business & management (NZ)
↑ 9%
Projected job growth (NZ)
Assistant Farm ManagerSupports the day-to-day running of a farm, coordinating staff, livestock, and crop activities under the farm…
Agribusiness CoordinatorManages administrative and operational tasks for an agribusiness, including scheduling, supplier relationships…
Livestock Operations AssistantAssists with the feeding, health monitoring, and handling of livestock on a farm or rural property.
Farm Business AssistantProvides administrative and planning support to farm owners and managers, helping track budgets, compliance, and…
Crop Production AssistantSupports the planning and execution of crop cycles, including soil preparation, planting, and harvest…
Horticulture CoordinatorCoordinates growing operations in a horticultural setting, managing schedules, resources, and quality standards.
Rural Development OfficerWorks with landowners and community groups to support sustainable rural land use and agricultural development…
Agricultural Compliance OfficerMonitors farm operations against regulatory and environmental standards, maintaining records and assisting with…

Indicative market figures from publicly available New Zealand data (Stats NZ · careers.govt.nz). Possible career directions only; no specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed. Where you go depends on your experience, the employer and your location.

What You’ll Learn

What You’ll Learn

Strategic Planning

Business Plans

Business Assessment

Viability Analysis

Management Strategies

Human Resources

Physical Resources

Natural Resources

Before You Apply

Entry Requirements

What you’ll typically need to get started.

No formal academic prerequisites

Requirements can vary by intake and pathway, so submit an enquiry to confirm what applies to you.

What’s Included

Everything That Comes With Your Enrolment

Industry-Accredited Certificate

Upon completion you receive a Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy, accredited by ICOES, CPD Standards Office, and IARC.

Unlimited Tutor Support

Access experienced tutors via phone and email during business hours for unlimited support throughout your course.

Learn at Your Own Pace

100% online study with 6 months access, allowing you to study whenever suits you with no exams.

Career Centre Access

Instant access to Career Centre upon enrolment, including CV templates, free personalised CV review, job tips, interview preparation, and industry connections.

Free Student ID Card

Receive a Virtual Student ID Card giving access to over 150,000 discounts on food, entertainment, travel and more in New Zealand and around the world.

FREE CCH eBook Library Access

Get access to over 50 titles to enhance your learning and knowledge.

SEEK Pass Verified Credential

Verify your qualification with SEEK Pass upon completion to share on SEEK and stand out to employers as a qualified, job-ready candidate.

No Exams

This course has no exams, ever, allowing you to demonstrate learning through practical application.

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Your Provider

The Career Academy NZ

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.

Fees & Funding

Flexible Ways To Pay

From $29/Week
on an interest-free payment plan
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Getting Started

Your Path To Enrolment

A few simple steps from enquiry to your first day.

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Why Students Choose Us

Recognised Training, Real Support

Career Support

Dedicated career services to help graduates move into work.

Wellbeing Support

Ongoing support throughout your studies, including post-placement support.

Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

There are no formal entry requirements listed for this course, making it accessible to people new to the agricultural sector as well as those already working in farming roles. Submit an enquiry to confirm current enrolment eligibility.
A weekly payment plan may be available for this course. Submit a Get Course enquiry to confirm current pricing and payment options before enrolling.
Students have 6 months of access to complete the course. The estimated study load is around 100 hours, which can be spread across the access period to suit your schedule.
The course is delivered entirely online and is self-paced, so students can study whenever suits them. Unlimited tutor support is available by phone and email during business hours throughout the enrolment period. There are no exams; learning is demonstrated through practical application.
This course does not include a work placement component. Students build practical understanding through the online coursework and assessments. Submit an enquiry if you have questions about how the course connects to workplace experience.
Graduates receive a Certificate of Achievement accredited by ICOES, CPD Standards Office, and IARC. A SEEK Pass verified credential is also included, allowing graduates to share their qualification with employers directly on SEEK. This course is not a government-accredited or NZQF-registered qualification.
As a professional development course, any credit toward formal qualifications would be arranged through a separate RPL or credit recognition process with an accredited provider. Submit a Get Course enquiry to find out what pathways may be available and what this certificate could count toward.
This certificate provides a practical foundation in farm management and could support further study in agribusiness, rural management, or agricultural science at certificate or diploma level. Submit a Get Course enquiry to explore current progression pathways and related courses.
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About This Course

Certificate in Farm Management

This Certificate in Farm Management covers the core skills needed to plan, run, and grow a farming operation. Students work through topics including farm business planning, livestock and crop management, agricultural compliance, and rural operations. Study is 100% online with no exams, learning is assessed through practical application.

Delivered by The Career Academy NZ, the course suits people entering the agricultural sector, farm workers stepping into supervisory roles, or business owners managing rural properties. Around 100 hours of study fits into a flexible schedule, with 6 months of access to complete the material at your own pace.

On completion, students receive a Certificate of Achievement verified by ICOES, CPD Standards Office, and IARC. A SEEK Pass verified credential lets graduates share their qualification directly with employers. Unlimited tutor support is available by phone and email during business hours throughout the course.

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Take The Next Step Into Business & Management

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Last updated: July 2026