- This is a fee-for-service program.
Course overview
Get a head start on running your own business.
Complete this course and you’ll be perfectly set up to launch your business. You’ll learn the proven, practical skills to help you generate new clients, increase your sales and profit, save time and scale your business. Plus, you’ll learn how to manage your business accounts using Xero.
Job outcomes
- Business Owner
- Management Associate
- Account Coordinator
- Office Manager
- Supervisor
What you'll learn
- You learn the proven, practical skills to help you generate new clients, increase your sales and profit, save time and scale your business.
- Fits with your lifestyle and learn anywhere, anytime and at your own pace
- Is short enough to fit in with your busy schedule, but long enough to teach you the critical new skills to start and grow your business.
- Receive one hour of mentoring from our experienced and knowledgeable business mentors. They’re there to answer your questions and provide insight into how you can turn the practical skills you’ve learnt into a fully-fledged business.
Recognition

Study method
- OnlineOnline delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
- BlendedBlended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
- In-classIn class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
- VirtualVirtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
Duration study load
- Approximately 80 hours
- Learn at your own pace, but ideally, complete one module per week
Course features
Benefits
- Create your own business plan
- Manage your own finances and budget
- Prepare the perfect online marketing strategy
- Quickly learn Xero software at the beginner level
- Learn the skills to start and grow your own business
- Flexible online study – work at your own pace in your own time and receive unlimited one-on-one tutor support
This Course is Accredited by ICOES
- The International Council for Online Educational Standards (ICOES) guarantees you a high standard of content with measurable outcomes from a reputable training organisation.
- ICOES is the accrediting body that monitors and continually develops the educational standards of online teaching institutions.
Receive Unlimited Support from Experienced Tutors!
- Our professional tutors at The Career Academy are industry experts who are passionate about helping students succeed.
- They’re committed to providing exceptional online course support and personal tutoring to help you succeed. Throughout your course, you’ll receive unlimited tutor support via phone and email.
Be Awarded an Industry & Employer Recognised Certificate
- Upon successful completion of your course, you’ll be presented with a Professional Certificate by The Career Academy. This is an industry recognised certificate which will go a long way to helping you get a new job or promotion.
- You’ll also be given access to our exclusive Career Centre and be eligible for a free CV review.
Assessment
- Practical assessments
- Case studies
- Multiple-choice questions
- Quizzes
- Written assessments
Testimonials
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Joanne Gallagher"I loved the fact that I could do the course in my own time (even though it means I have to motivate myself to study..) It is great not having to be physically present at night classes. In terms of the resources, the forums were really useful as I could see previous responses to content I am currently working on. Everything was easy to access and complete. I would recommend The Career Academy to anyone!"
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Bronwyn Gorman"I really enjoyed the course and my tutors have been so encouraging & helpful in showing me where I needed to improve, thanks to Adeeb Khan Awais Khan & Louis Cox. the submissions were corrected in a very quick turnaround time even though I am sure there were a lot of students to facilitate, I just need to sign up for the next one!!"
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Ange Lane"Hi, my course adviser was so lovely very friendly very approachable easy to talk to and help make my decision easy to enrol in The Business Management pathway programme. I would definitely recommend The Career Academy as an online provider for study. Thanks, Ashley and The Career Academy."
Delivery
- 100% online with unlimited tutor support via phone and email
- Ask questions anytime and your professional tutors will respond during business hours
Subjects
About The Career Academy
The Career Academy is New Zealand's leading provider of online courses. Their education driven team of developers and tutors are located in Parnell, Auckland. They are committed to providing exceptional online courses and personal tutor support. The Career Academy offers a range of specialist courses to improve job performance. Their focus is on mentoring, inspiring and supporting people through training so their career or business can reap the rewards.
The Career Academy’s course delivery is flexible, so their students can study with minimal disruption to their daily life. They offer flexible payment plans so anyone wanting to learn has the opportunity no matter their circumstances.