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Build Management Skills and Step Into a Leadership Role

Learn the fundamentals of management in around 80 hours, fully online and self-paced. Earn an ICOES and CPD-accredited Certificate of Achievement.

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What You Get

Everything That Comes With This Course

Industry-Accredited Certificate

Upon completing the course, students receive a Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy, accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office.

Unlimited Tutor Support

Unlimited access to tutor support via phone and email during business hours from expert tutors.

100% Online, Study Anytime

Fully online course with 24/7 access allowing students to study whenever suits them, with no exams.

Career Centre Access

Instant access to the Career Centre upon enrolment, including latest job opportunities, CV templates, free personalised CV review, interview tips, and career planning.

Free eBooks Included

access to the CCH eBook Library with over 50 titles, including 'Essential New Zealand Employment Legislation' and 'Manager to Leader'.

SEEK Pass Verified Credential

Verify your qualification from The Career Academy with SEEK Pass upon completion to stand out to employers on SEEK.

Free Student ID Card

Receive a virtual Student ID card providing access to over 150,000 discounts in New Zealand and around the world.

Connect with Top Recruiters

Career Centre provides connections to top recruiters and employers in your field.

Essential New Zealand Employment Legislation – 6th Edition (eBook)

CCH eBook covering key employment legislation for HR practitioners, employment lawyers, union officials and students, consolidated to 11 April 2022.

Around 80 hours, fully online with 6 months of access
Skills & Applications

The 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 this field (NZ)
9%Projected job growth (NZ)

Indicative market figures from publicly available New Zealand data (Stats NZ · careers.govt.nz). No specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed.

What You'll Learn

Inside The Course

Management & Organisational Structures
Management Theories & Procedures
Problem Solving & Decision Making
Management Styles & External Influences
Employing People & Interview Skills
Staff Management
Ethics and Equity
After This Course

Where It Leads Next

Advanced Certificate in Management & Team Leadership

Mentioned as a recognised qualification to develop practical management and leadership skills valued by New Zealand employers. Offered through The Career Academy.

Certificate in Project Management

Mentioned as a recognised qualification to develop practical skills valued by New Zealand employers. Offered through The Career Academy.

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Eligibility And The First Steps

How It Starts

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The Money Part

Ways To Pay For It

$29 / week

Payment Plan – $29 per week. Pay $29/week. No deposit, no credit check.

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Questions People Ask First

Are there any entry requirements?

There are no formal entry requirements listed for this course. It is designed to be accessible to people new to management as well as those with existing workplace experience. Submit an enquiry to confirm whether any prerequisites apply to your situation.

How much does the course cost and is a payment plan available?

A weekly payment plan may be available, making it easier to spread the cost. Submit a Get Course enquiry to confirm current pricing and payment options.

How long does the course take?

Students have six months of access to complete the course. The estimated study time is around 80 hours. Because the course is self-paced, students can move faster or slower depending on their schedule.

How is the course delivered?

There are no exams. Unlimited tutor support is available by phone and email during business hours.

Is there a work placement component?

No work placement is included in this course. The focus is on building practical management knowledge through online study that students can apply directly in their current or future workplace.

Is this course accredited or nationally recognised?

On completion, students earn a Certificate of Achievement accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office, verified through SEEK Pass. This is a professional development course; it is not a government-accredited or nationally recognised qualification on the New Zealand Qualifications Framework. The credential is valued by employers as evidence of relevant skills and continuing professional development.

About This Course

What This Course Is Really About

This course covers the core skills managers use every day: leading teams, communicating clearly, organising work, and making sound decisions. Students build practical knowledge they can apply straight away, without sitting any exams. The course suits people stepping into their first supervisory role or looking to formalise skills they already use at work.

Delivered by The Career Academy NZ, the course is fully online with 24/7 access and around 80 hours of study over a six-month access period. Unlimited tutor support is available by phone and email during business hours, so students are never stuck without help.

On completion, students receive a Certificate of Achievement accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office, verified through SEEK Pass. Enrolment also includes access to the CCH eBook Library with over 50 titles and a Career Centre with CV templates, a personalised CV review, and connections to recruiters.

The College Behind It

Delivered By A Training Establishment

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The Career Academy NZ
In-house career services: job search, resume and interview preparation
Dedicated career support team offering coaching guidance and advice every step of the way, including after course completion. 24/7 access to career resources. One-to-one coaching available through Career Success Hub and Business Hub.
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