Small Business Courses

Small Business Courses in New Zealand

If you want to or currently run a small business in New Zealand, then a small business course could be the perfect way to improve your prospects, business opportunities and career opportunities. Learn how other successful small business owners have done it, gain valuable experience and become brilliant at business management with a course in small business!

Small Businesses in New Zealand comprise of 97% of all businesses, and contributes to 30% of employment, making it a highly influential industry. Ever had a dream to open your own cafe, boutique clothing shop or salon? Maybe you want to finally have the freedom of being self- employed after years of working under exhaustive management. Whatever the reason, there are plenty of options for anyone with a dream and the determination to succeed with their passion.

Why Study a Small Business Course?

Having a thorough understanding of all relevant business practices are essential for a successful self- managed business. Because many who own their own business have busy schedules, there are an extensive amount of small business courses online to allow any students to use the benefits of distance learning and study online at any time.

To capitalize on the opportunities that small businesses can offer requires meticulous planning and essential business skills, which is exactly what you can get through a Certificate in Small Business Management. Learn the basics of the business environment, accounting and bookkeeping, payroll management and small business income tax to ensure you know how to manage and operate your business effectively.

If you’re looking at managing your own books and finances, then look no further than a Small Business Accounting course to develop a solid foundation of everything relating to managing finances, including analysing and generate balance sheets, cash-flows, forecasting and budgeting to maximise your finances in as little as 10 weeks.

What is a Small Business Course?

A small business course in New Zealand is designed to help New Zealand citizens, permanent residents and international students how to best run a small business in New Zealand. There is a range of courses available, from short courses in project management to a New Zealand Certificate in Business or an Advanced Diploma. 

During a course small business, you may learn about a number of crucial elements of running or working in business, including:

• Business management
• Business planning
• English language business terminology
• How to work and thrive in a business environment
• Staff management and management styles
• Tax and finance requirements when you own your own business
• How to access support services for small businesses
• Where you may find business opportunities and career opportunities
• Small business management styles
• Cash flow requirements
• How to turn a business idea into a successful small business

How to Study a Small Business Course

There are a variety of study options for those who want to enrol in an NZQA/NCEA recognised course.
Entry requirements for students vary depending on the course and which organisation you study through. International students will need to complete IELTS requirements.

Part-time and full-time course options exist at most schools so that you can complete your tertiary education or higher education while maintaining your other commitments.

There are also a number of online courses offered throughout New Zealand, from Christchurch to Auckland and beyond. Some schools even have an entirely online school, such as the TANZ ecampus. If you already run your own small business, then these options mean you can study in the way that suits you best. Student services are available across all platforms and study choices, although courses that require the completion of work experience will require some in-person work. Recognition of prior learning may also be an option for those who have completed previous study (e.g. if you’ve completed an NZ Certificate in Business and want to complete a Diploma) or worked in small business before.

For more course information, enquire about a specific course listed above!