Study 250 hours of practical business skills and earn an ICOES and CPD-accredited diploma, fully online and self-paced.
Study 250 hours of practical business skills and earn an ICOES and CPD-accredited diploma, fully online and self-paced.
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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Topic 1Starting Up your Virtual Assistance BusinessTopic 2Effective Business CommunicationTopic 3Office Organisation & ProceduresTopic 4Time Management, Ethics & ProfessionalismTopic 5Introduction to Microsoft WordTopic 6Using Microsoft ExcelTopic 7Business Types and StructuresTopic 8What is Accounting?Topic 9Transactions and DefinitionsTopic 10Accounts and DefinitionsTopic 11Accounting for TransactionsTopic 12Accounts and Financial StatementsTopic 13Introduction to GSTTopic 14Introduction to Xero OnlineTopic 15Xero Chart of AccountsTopic 16Managing Contacts with XeroTopic 17Xero Sales, Invoices, Quotes & InventoryTopic 18Xero Purchases and BillsTopic 19Reconciliation and Managing Accounts with XeroTopic 20Introduction to Xero ReportingTopic 21Introduction to Xero Add-onsTopic 22Foundations of Project LeadershipTopic 23Strategic Project Identification and AnalysisTopic 24Comprehensive Project Planning and DesignTopic 25Leadership in Project ImplementationTopic 26Monitoring, Control, and Adaptive LeadershipTopic 27Project Closure, Evaluation, and Continuous ImprovementTopic 28Technical Skills for Project LeadersTopic 29Leadership Skills for High-Performance TeamsTopic 30Communication and Stakeholder ManagementTopic 31Advanced Decision-Making and Problem-SolvingTopic 1Digital Marketing FundamentalsTopic 2Content Creation with AITopic 3Google AdvertisingTopic 4Meta (Facebook & Instagram) AdvertisingTopic 5Conversion Rate Optimisation (CRO)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.
Upon completion, you'll receive a Certificate of Achievement accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office, recognised internationally and by New Zealand employers.
Access unlimited tutor support via phone and email during business hours from industry expert tutors throughout your studies.
Fully online and self-paced learning with 12 months access and approximately 250 hours of content. No exams, ever.
Instant access to the Career Centre upon enrolment, including CV templates, a free personalised CV review, interview preparation tips, job opportunities, and a five-step job success process.
Career Centre provides connections to top recruiters and employers in the business administration field.
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 globally.
Access to over 50 CCH eBook titles to enhance learning and knowledge, included free with enrolment.
Special partnerships with Xero and MYOB provide access to the official Xero Advisor Certification and six months' free access to MYOB software.
Included via special partnership with MYOB, giving students hands-on access to MYOB…
Free access to over 50 titles to enhance learning and knowledge.
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.
A few simple steps from enquiry to your first day.
“Hiromi found the perfect work-life balance after enrolling in The Career Academy's Certificate in Bookkeeping. As a busy mum, the flexibility of online study allowed her to pursue her dream career while caring for her family. Upon completing her course, she secured a role with The Back Office Company.”
“Cameron transformed his passion for dogs into a successful mobile dog grooming service. The Career Academy's Diploma in Dog Grooming equipped him with the skills and confidence to launch his business.”
“Despite facing health challenges, Christine pursued a career in medical reception through The Career Academy. The Certificate in Medical Reception provided her with the skills and confidence to work in a medical practice, allowing her to increase her workload and achieve her professional goals.”
“Hannah wasn't sure what career path to take, but after enrolling in the Certificate in Reception & Office Support at The Career Academy, she discovered her passion. Now working as a Sales Administrator, she's continuing her educational journey with a Bachelor of Business.”
“Ashley transitioned from hospitality to the medical field after completing The Career Academy's Medical Reception & Terminology course. Her newfound passion for the medical field is leading her to pursue further studies in midwifery, all thanks to the flexibility of online learning.”
This diploma covers the core skills virtual assistants and remote business support professionals use every day. Students learn office administration, client communication, digital tools, bookkeeping basics, and online business management. The course includes official Xero Advisor Certification and six months of MYOB software access.
Delivered by The Career Academy NZ, the programme is 100% online and self-paced across 12 months access, with approximately 250 hours of content. There are no exams. Unlimited tutor support is available by phone and email during business hours throughout the course.
On enrolment, students gain instant access to a Career Centre with CV templates, a personalised CV review, interview preparation resources, and connections to recruiters in the business administration field. A SEEK Pass verified credential lets graduates share their qualification directly on SEEK.
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Last updated: July 2026