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Putting your best foot forward begins with finding the right path. When you start your own business with Xero, you accelerate your chances of success.
This course leads you from preparing your business plan through budgeting, forecasting, financial statements and other essentials. You will gain an understanding of GST, payroll, and accounting and see how planning for profit is tied to marketing and social media management.
Enrol today and start your own business with Xero. After all, preparation is the key to success.
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6 Months Access | ~80 hours
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This course gives you the practical skills, qualifications, and confidence to really stand out in the job market.
With courses accredited by leading organisations like the International Council for Online Education Standards (ICOES), CPD Standards Office, and IARC, you don’t just gain knowledge but also position yourself as an outstanding candidate with a qualification you can trust.
Join a community of finance professionals and Xero learners, gaining access to valuable networking opportunities. Through our official Xero Partner status, you’ll stay connected to industry trends and best practices.
Our structured learning path takes you from beginner to advanced Xero skills, including the Official Xero Advisor Certification. This qualification adds credibility to your CV, helping you stand out in New Zealand’s job market.
Xero expertise is highly valued in New Zealand. Entry-level professionals can expect earnings between $50,000 and $60,000, while experienced Xero-certified advisors and finance specialists can earn up to $90,000 or more.
Our courses blend theory with hands-on application, allowing you to master Xero’s essential functions. You’ll gain practical skills that are immediately applicable in real-world finance roles, from managing accounts to processing payroll.
Our expert tutors are available around the clock to assist you, providing personalised support to help you succeed. From answering questions on course content to offering career advice, we’re here to ensure you’re fully prepared. You’ll also receive career coaching, including CV help and interview preparation, to set you up for success in your job search.
Whether you prefer to pay upfront, weekly, fortnightly, or even monthly, we’ve got you covered. With our flexible payment options, you’ll have the freedom to choose the payment frequency that works best for you. No matter your budget or schedule, we’re here to make education affordable and accessible for you.
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There are no entry requirements or prerequisites to enrol on this course. You can enrol online directly by clicking on “Enrol Now” and following the prompts. Alternatively, you can enrol over the phone with our friendly student advisors – call 0800 342 829 or email them at info@careeracademy.co.nz
Upon completing this course, you could obtain work as a Small Business Owner or Manager.
Contact a friendly student advisor on 0800 342 829 to learn about potential career outcomes and where our courses could take you. Employers often approach The Career Academy looking for students and advertise jobs in our Career Centre, which you can access once enrolled. You’ll also receive a FREE CV review.
Your course is delivered through our online learning platform, which you can access from any web browser 24/7 to work whenever and wherever you want. You can also interact with your tutors and other students within the learning environment. Online learning allows you to make the best use of your time and puts all the necessary resources at your fingertips. There are no set course start dates; you can start whenever you are ready, and your tutors and student services will check in on your progress and help you every step of the way.
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Absolutely! You’ve got a 7 day cooling off period (or trial period) at the start of your course. Take that time to look through all your learning material and get a feel for online learning. If you decide the course isn’t for you within the trial period, you’ll get a full money back guarantee*.
The Start your Own Business course gives you essential knowledge about your obligations, tips to ensure you are doing things in the correct order, and tools to help things run smoothly. Complete this course, and you’ll be 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.
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