An 80-hour online course covering Xero, business fundamentals, and AI tools, built for aspiring business owners and self-starters.
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Fully online course with 6 months access and approximately 80 hours of content. Study at your own pace, whenever suits you.
Unlimited support from industry expert tutors via phone and email during business hours. Multiple accounting, bookkeeping, and business tutors available.
Upon completion, receive a Certificate of Achievement accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office. The Career Academy is also a member of the International Approval & Recognition Council.
Structured learning path takes you from beginner to advanced Xero skills, including the Official Xero Advisor Certification pathway.
Optional module unlocked after completing core modules covering digital marketing fundamentals, AI content creation, Google and Meta advertising, and CRO.
Instant access upon enrolment to the Career Centre, including latest job opportunities, CV templates, free personalised CV review, job tips, and interview preparation.
Optional upgrade includes expert career coaching, personalised career plan, LinkedIn profile review, and proven strategies for job success.
Join a community of finance professionals and Xero learners. Access networking opportunities and stay connected to industry trends through The Career Academy's official Xero Partner status.
Additional certification issued alongside the course.
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.
Indicative market figures from publicly available New Zealand data (Stats NZ · careers.govt.nz). No specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed.
The modules that make up the course, as published by the provider.
Payment Plan. Pay $29 per week. Can also pay fortnightly or monthly. No deposit, no credit check. 10-day money back guarantee.
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This course is designed for beginners with no prior accounting or business experience required. It suits anyone looking to start a business, move into a finance support role, or build practical skills in Xero. Submit an enquiry to confirm any current entry requirements.
A weekly payment plan may be available to spread the cost. Submit a Get Course enquiry to confirm current pricing and any available payment options.
Students have six months of access to complete approximately 80 hours of content. The course is fully self-paced, so you can fit study around work and other commitments. Submit an enquiry if you have questions about the access period.
The course is 100% online and self-paced. Unlimited tutor support is available via phone and email during business hours, with multiple accounting, bookkeeping, and business tutors on hand. No set class times or attendance requirements apply.
This course does not include a work placement component. Practical skills are developed through online exercises and Xero software tasks throughout the course.
Graduates receive a Certificate of Achievement accredited by ICOES (International Council for Online Educational Standards) and the CPD Standards Office, along with a digital badge. The Career Academy NZ is also a member of the International Approval and Recognition Council. This course is a professional development qualification and is not a government-accredited or nationally recognised qualification on the New Zealand Qualifications Framework.
This course covers everything needed to start and run a small business, from setting up accounts in Xero to understanding cashflow, business planning, and digital marketing. Students work through approximately 80 hours of content at their own pace, with six months of access to fit study around work or other commitments.
Delivered by The Career Academy NZ, the course takes students from beginner to advanced Xero skills, including the Official Xero Advisor Certification pathway. An optional Digital Marketing with AI module introduces content creation, Google and Meta advertising, and conversion rate optimisation once core modules are complete.
Students have unlimited support from industry expert tutors via phone and email during business hours. On completion, graduates receive a Certificate of Achievement accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office.
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