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ACCA Qualification Pathway

< 18 Months Access | ~400 hours >

Advanced your career and become a member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)

This Program is your gateway to a successful career in accounting and finance. Unique to The Career Academy, this Program is designed for ambitious individuals who want to advance to the top of the accounting profession. By enrolling in this program, you not only gain invaluable knowledge and skills, but also the unique advantage of becoming a qualified accountant and member of ACCA. The ACCA Qualification gives you the most up-to-date skills you need to become a finance professional.

Accounting Technician Pathway for Bookkeepers

< 18 Months Access | ~400 hours >

Start where you are and build upwards

Discover how far you can go with hands-on accounting training. Accelerate your career or manage your business with a pathway leading to AAT Accounting Technician status.

This accounting technician course accelerates your learning by starting with the Certificate in Bookkeeping, and moving on to the Diploma in Accounting, after which you will need to complete three AAT exams and apply for AAT Status with the Association of Accounting Technicians.

Understand financial statements, basic, advanced, taxation, and management accounting – and learn to manage tasks effectively. Explore Xero for bookkeeping, and become a student member of the AAT with our accounting technician course.

Enrol to learn and grow.

Accounts Administration & Payroll Pathway

< 18 Months Access | ~400 hours >

Choose your own pathway to success

Shifting into the best position is always a good move, so put yourself first and enrol in our Payroll & Administrator course online. Learn basic, advanced, management and taxation accounting.

Suitable for students with two years prior accounting experience, the Accounts Administration & Payroll Course teaches you about depreciation and producing financial statements, plus essential tools, including proficiency in MYOB and Xero.

Enrol now to kickstart your career in Accounts Administration & Payroll.

AAT Accounting Pathway Program

< 18 Months Access | ~400 hours >

Advance Your Accounting Career & Earn More

This AAT Approved Pathway Program will get your accounting career moving. Begin with a Certificate in Accounting, continue with a Diploma in Accounting and become an Accounting Technician.

Accounting Technicians work in all areas of finance and business, including assisting with preparing accounts, bookkeeping, managing staff payroll, and receiving and paying invoices.

Study AAT Accounting NZ-wide to learn basic, advanced, management and tax accounting skills and accounting software. You will gain task management skills, explore financial statements and become better prepared to enter the profession.

Enrol in our AAT accounting courses online today to work towards advancing your career.

Diploma in Accounting with Xero

< 12 Months Access | ~300 hours >

Watch your job prospects soar

Getting a Diploma in Accounting online that NZ employers recognise is a great way to add value to your CV.

The Diploma in Accounting includes learning across basic, advanced, management, and taxation accounting – plus, you will enhance your task management skills and get ready to complete full financial statements.

This diploma comes with graduate membership to the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) and the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA).

Enrol now to enhance your accounting skills and pursue a career in accounting, finance or business.

Diploma in Payroll Management

< 12 Months Access | ~300 hours >

This is one course that will really pay off

Looking to be the next stand out candidate in the numbers game? Well, here’s your opportunity. The Career Academy Diploma in Payroll will enable you to gain an intermediate level of knowledge and a strong understanding of payroll legislation and software, plus how to organise and analyse data in Excel. This practical course will set you up to be effective and efficient with some of Excel’s extended features, plus you’ll learn how to process payroll using payroll software.

Diploma in Xero & Diploma in MYOB Package

< 6 Months Access | ~80 hours >

Start at Xero and accelerate your career prospects

With MYOB and Xero Certification under your belt as part of the Diploma in Xero & Diploma in MYOB Package you can hit job interviews with highly marketable skills. Show your boss how much you deserve that promotion or run your own business with smooth-as-silk systems and procedures.

Get started on a Xero and MYOB course that covers payroll, business and tie it all up with access to the Official Xero Advisor Certification

Enrol in an MYOB Xero course to get on track for success.

Certificate in Accounts Administration & Payroll

< 6 Months Access | ~140 hours >

Get a qualification to match your experience

Take hold of your future with a Certificate in Accounts Administration & Payroll. Whether you are looking for the perfect position or need more tools for your current job, this industry and employer-recognised certificate is a logical step forward.

Our payroll and administration course includes modules to help you understand GST and accounts, plus you’ll discover how depreciation operates on assets and how to process payroll.

Enrol in the Certificate in Accounts Administration & Payroll for six months of free access to MYOB and learn to manage cash flow like a pro.

Certificate in Taxation

< 6 Months Access | ~140 hours >

Big skillset? Great mindset!

Understanding taxation for your small to medium business or as an employee of someone else’s company is a great way to arm yourself for success. Completing The Career Academy taxation course online while you work – or build your side hustle – could have far-reaching benefits.

We are proud to enhance the NZ taxation course landscape with our Certificate in Taxation. This Certificate in Taxation includes modules around preparing GST and income tax returns, lessons addressing innovative tax structures, and a complimentary eBook from CCH Wolters Kluwer. Plus, you can study this Certificate in Taxation NZ-wide

Enrol today. Beginning a taxation course online could turn a chore into an opportunity.

Certificate in Accounting

< 6 Months Access | ~140 hours >

Upskill & Open Doorways to Progress Your Accounting Career

Learn accounting and take yourself to the places you want to go. Basic accounting skills are valued across a wide range of professions, and learning how to use Xero and MYOB effectively could be the first step towards the career you want.

This professional Certificate in Accounting will enable you to grasp the basics of accounting, cashflow management, income tax, GST, payroll and financial statements.

Gain a Professional Accounting Certification. Enrol today to get a Certificate in Accounting that employers will recognise.

Certificate in MYOB Business Essentials

< 6 Months Access | ~15 hours >

Get where you want to go – start with the essentials

Working towards goals begins with getting the fundamentals right. With MYOB Business Essentials, you gain a grasp of basic accounting software that can make a big difference to your business – or help you get that job you have your eye on.

MYOB Business Essentials covers navigating the reports menu and managing your contacts, sales and suppliers. Learn about reports and what they might contain, discover efficient methods for charting accounts, and discover the advantages of cloud accounting.

Enrol in the MYOB Business Essentials course to get a foot in the door.

Certificate in Accounts Payable and Receivable

< 6 Months Access | ~15 hours >

Learn how to do accounts payable and receivable like a professional

The Career Academy Certificate in Accounts Payable and Receivable offers students an excellent learning and professional development opportunity. Learn how to approach accounts payable and receivable using Excel spreadsheets or accounting software, reconcile accounts, and correctly process invoices.

Enrol today to upskill into a viable career.

Introduction to Accounting Basics

< 6 Months Access | ~15 hours >

Because balance is key

What is accounting? The fundamentals of accounting are valuable basic skills for anyone who runs a business, for employees who want to present a formidable resume, or for those who want to learn how to do accounting as a building block for personal financial balance.

When you learn basic business accounting, you grow your knowledge of bookkeeping, invoicing, and payment systems. The Career Academy Level 3 accounting course allows you to learn accounting online while you work, so you can keep paying your bills while you upskill.

Enrol now towards achieving a work/life balance that adds up.

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AAT Qualified Bookkeepers Pathway

< 6 Months Access | ~140 hours >

Upskill and become a qualified Bookkeeper

Start with bookkeeping fundamentals and work your way through sections on employment law, cashflow management, financial statements and how best to keep a general ledger.

Utilise The Career Academy’s partnership with MYOB and Xero to get access to the most up-to-date accounting software and discover the steps that make up the accounting cycle. Earn your bookkeeping qualification with The Career Academy and undertake a competence of assessment to attain professional AAT Qualified Bookkeepers status.

Enrol now to map out a future that suits you.

Diploma in Accounting Test

< 12 Months Access | ~300 hours >

Watch your job prospects soar

Getting a Diploma in Accounting online that NZ employers recognise is a great way to add value to your CV. The Diploma in Accounting includes learning across basic, advanced, management, and taxation accounting – plus, you will enhance your task management skills and get ready to complete full financial statements. This diploma comes with graduate membership to the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) and the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA). Enrol now to enhance your accounting skills and pursue a career in accounting, finance or business.

Diploma in Accounting with Xero

< 12 Months Access | ~300 hours >

Watch your job prospects soar

Getting a Diploma in Accounting online that NZ employers recognise is a great way to add value to your CV.

This diploma comes with graduate membership to the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) and the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA).

Enrol now to enhance your accounting skills and pursue a career in accounting, finance or business.

AAT Accounting Pathway Program

< 18 Months Access | ~400 hours >

Advance Your Accounting Career & Earn More

This AAT Approved Pathway Program will get your accounting career moving. Begin with a Certificate in Accounting, continue with a Diploma in Accounting and become an Accounting Technician.

Accounting Technicians work in all areas of finance and business, including assisting with preparing accounts, bookkeeping, managing staff payroll, and receiving and paying invoices.

Enrol in our AAT accounting courses online today to work towards advancing your career.

Accounting Technician Pathway for Bookkeepers

< 18 Months Access | ~400 hours >

Start where you are and build upwards

Discover how far you can go with hands-on accounting training. Accelerate your career or manage your business with a pathway leading to AAT Accounting Technician status.

Enrol to learn and grow.

ACCA Qualification Pathway

< 18 Months Access | ~400 hours >

Advanced your career and become a member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)

Certificate in Hotel Operations Management

< 6 Months Access | ~100 hours >

Become a smooth operator & manage your own career

A comprehensive hotel management certificate that encompasses crucial aspects of quality, sales, labour utilisation, materials, maintenance, and financial controls. Discover the importance of service agreements and maintenance records, explore different forms of in-house service, and learn how to correctly deal with customer complaints and staff grievances.

Our certification courses in operations management and hotel operations include sections on fundamental principles of public speaking and communication over the phone and online.

Enrol today to join the exciting world of hotel operations management.

Certificate in Travel & Tourism

< 6 Months Access | ~90 hours >

Launch your career in travel & tourism

Take a certificate course in travel and tourism towards a career in hotel management, tour operations, event management and planning and a wide variety of other exciting businesses. Deal with correspondence, record keeping and client enquiries, and learn how to process financial transactions and accommodation bookings.

The Career Academy Certificate in Travel and Tourism covers destination categories, what a tourism destination region means, how to avoid cultural misunderstandings, and what it takes to run a successful package tour.

Enrol in our Certificate in Travel and Tourism and open up your world to adventure.

Certificate in Sales Management

< 6 Months Access | ~80 hours >

Step Confidently Into Sales Management

Looking to become a sales manager but feel like you need more knowledge? Our Certificate in Sales Management will equip you with the essential skills to thrive in this role. Learn how to manage sales teams, set targets, and drive results.

Whether you’re aiming to step into corporate sales management or lead a team in a smaller business, this course is designed to help you succeed.

Take your career to the next level—enrol today and get qualified for a dynamic role in sales management.

Certificate in Sales Skills

< 6 Months Access | ~80 hours >

Learn The Essential Sales Skills Needed to Launch a Career in This Area

Keen to learn the key sales skills that can help you grow your customer base and reach new clients? This in-depth course goes through the most important sales skills required for sales and marketing professionals, and will equip you with an end-to-end guide to sourcing and closing sales to your key customers. Get practical advice and guidance that can be applied in the real world, and discover how you can get improve your pitches, communication and customer management techniques to deliver results for your employer. Enrol on a course today.

Certificate in Graphic Design

< 6 Months Access | ~80 hours >

Are you eager to begin a career in graphic design?

Choosing to study graphic design online can unlock a wide range of career opportunities in this field. By getting a graphic design certificate, you can demonstrate to employers that you have the skills to deliver projects and follow briefs. A graphic design course can unlock your potential and help you to break into this career field. Accessing a graphic design certificate online can give you the flexibility you need to study whilst balancing other commitments. Explore graphic design courses today and enrol.

Certificate in Career Development and Guidance

< 6 Months Access | ~100 hours >

Support Career Growth and Inspire Success

Learn how to guide individuals towards achieving their career goals with The Career Academy. This comprehensive online course provides practical tools to help people identify opportunities, set achievable goals, and overcome challenges in their professional journey.

Explore key topics like career counselling techniques, guidance for students and professionals, and strategies for adapting to technological advancements. You’ll also learn how to enhance essential workplace skills such as communication, leadership, and digital literacy.

Whether you want to support students, guide career transitions, or help professionals navigate workplace challenges, this course equips you with the expertise to make a meaningful impact.

Certificate in Motivation

< 6 Months Access | ~80 hours >

Unlock the Secrets to Motivation

Understanding what drives people is key to achieving success and happiness. Our Certificate in Motivation is designed for individuals who want to learn practical methods to effectively inspire others in various fields, including sports, business, health, and everyday activities. This course will help you master the art of motivation, boosting productivity and personal satisfaction.

Motivated teams are essential for achieving organisational goals. In this course, you will explore strategies to cultivate and harness motivation to enhance team performance and achieve shared objectives. Enrol now to empower yourself and others towards greater success and well-being.

Certificate in Time Management

< 6 Months Access | ~80 hours >

Learn how to develop time management strategies that get results

Grow your time management skills and discover how to apply strategies and techniques that can boost productivity and improve efficiency within your team. Access in-depth learning that will equip you with the time management abilities you need to deliver results for your employer and improve your personal output. By enrolling on our Certificate in Time Management course, you can learn practical skills and be able to demonstrate to employers that you can ideate and lead comprehensive time management strategies. Enrol now and take the first step in your education journey.

Certificate in Winemaking

< 6 Months Access | ~80 hours >

Dreaming of becoming a professional winemaker?

Start your journey today with our online Certificate in Winemaking. Whether you’re aiming to launch a career in the wine industry or perfect your skills as a hobbyist, this course will provide you with the expert knowledge you need. Learn everything from fermentation to wine classification, and take the first step towards turning your passion into a profession. Enrol now and uncork your potential!

Certificate in Social Media Essentials

< 80 study hours >

Master Social Media

This popular course bundle combines 4 social media courses. Save money and fast-track your skill development. Learn everything about social media strategy, Facebook marketing, Instagram and LinkedIn.

After you’ve completed this course bundle, you’ll have the essential and practical skills to develop a comprehensive and effective social media strategy that includes Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn & TikTok.

This course is perfect for:

Business owners and consultants looking to rapidly grow and scale their business.
Marketing professionals wanting to accelerate their careers and business.

This course is not delivered by The Career Academy – but OCA – one of our education partners.

Certificate in Nutrition and Business

< 100 study hours >

Start your journey with some brain food

Are you passionate about Nutrition? Do you believe in a healthy lifestyle and healthy eating? This course has been designed for starting a business or career in Nutrition coaching and for personal trainers looking to upskill.

Learn about healthy eating, writing diet plans and customising diets and eating for your clients! Learn about the way certain foods influence energy levels, fats and muscles. This nutrition course is also very business focused and comes with small business training you could use to start your own Nutrition business or alternatively help build an employer’s business.

This course is not delivered by The Career Academy – but OCA – one of our education partners.

Start Your Own Business with Xero

< 6 Months Access | ~80 hours >

Embrace success when you start your own business with Xero

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.

Certificate in Business Administration

< 6 Months Access | ~140 hours >

Are you ready to level up?

The Career Academy Certificate In Business Administration provides a fantastic springboard for upskilling in your current role or could open the door to an exciting new career.

Learn software like Microsoft Excel, MYOB and Xero, and how to make professional presentations with Powerpoint. This Certificate in Business Administration teaches you about standard business systems and procedures, introduces you to relevant employment law, and shows you the importance of effective communication in the workplace.

You can complete the Certificate in Business Administration NZ-wide from the comfort of your home.

Certificate in Reception & Office Support

< 6 Months Access | ~140 hours >

From the front desk to the world

Turn office support into an art form. Reception & office support roles play a pivotal role in the running of many businesses. This Certificate in Reception & Office Support ticks all the boxes for putting your best face forward at interviews.

Learn common office procedures and systems, hone your customer service skills, and make customer relationship management your forte. Along with key office support and reception approaches, this Certificate in Reception & Office Support gets you ready to deal with invoicing, organise schedules, and communicate effectively.

Enrol today and share your skills with the world.

Certificate in Event Management

< 6 Months Access | ~90 hours >

Turn any occasion into an event

We know you are a pro when it comes to keeping those plates spinning; let’s make sure you have the paperwork to prove it. The Career Academy Certificate in Event Management rewards your natural talent with certification that could open some exciting doors.

Take our online Event Management course to learn how to develop concepts that hit the mark, motivate staff to shine, keep your budget tidy, and understand your risk management obligations. Work across conferences, weddings, galas, and award ceremonies.

Enrol in Event Management to connect people with great experiences and create a career doing what you love.

Certificate in Management Fundamentals

< 6 Months Access | ~80 hours >

Launch your Management career from a solid foundation

Approach work with intent by enrolling with The Career Academy Certificate in Management Fundamentals. This course relays the fundamentals of total quality Management, provides insights into organisational structures and problem-solving techniques and teaches theories and concepts used by successful managers.

An excellent opportunity for existing managers who want to refresh their knowledge on the fundamentals of Management and a perfect first step for those wanting to launch a career that is large and in charge.

Enrol today to learn the fundamentals of total quality Management.

Certificate in Small Business Management

< 6 Months Access | ~140 hours >

Learn essential skills to start or manage a small business

When you set up a small business, you join a community of people who love a challenge. At The Career Academy, our small business management course meets you at the starting line to ensure you have the best chance at success.

This small business management certificate teaches you how to develop a business plan and choose the best structure for your venture. You will receive a grounding in financial reporting, marketing, and tax – and get some tips for running your social media accounts. Plus, you can complete this online small business management course NZ-wide from your home or office.

Enrol for the Small Business Management Certificate online to hit the ground running. As an added bonus, this course includes small business management NZ CCH eBooks to help you study.

Certificate in Digital Marketing

< 6 Months Access | ~80 hours >

Discover smart ways to get noticed

Explore the nature and scope of online digital marketing with a digital marketing course that covers strategic website design, the psychology of online marketing, how to convert the customers you capture, and different types of content marketing.

Discover the difference between an article and a blog and learn the components of a content strategy with The Career Academy’s online digital marketing course.

Complete ‘mock’ social media and web pages to grasp ways to use these favourably for your business. Study this digital marketing course NZ-wide from the comfort of your home, and once you graduate, offer your services in digital marketing NZ-wide.

Enrol today to expand your horizons and get noticed.

Certificate in Sales Management

< 6 Months Access | ~80 hours >

Step Confidently Into Sales Management

Whether you’re aiming to step into corporate sales management or lead a team in a smaller business, this course is designed to help you succeed.

Take your career to the next level—enrol today and get qualified for a dynamic role in sales management.

Certificate in Motivation

< 6 Months Access | ~80 hours >

Unlock the Secrets to Motivation

Certificate in Stress Management

< 6 Months Access | ~80 hours >

Learn About the Powerful Effects of Stress on Your Body and Mind

Are you seeking to understand and manage stress better in your professional and personal life? Our Certificate in Stress Management is designed for individuals who want to delve into the impacts of stress and discover effective strategies to combat it. Whether you’re in counselling, psychotherapy, nursing, or any health-related field—or simply seeking personal stress relief—this course equips you with essential skills to manage stress effectively.

In this comprehensive course, you will explore how stress affects you physically, emotionally, and mentally. Learn about ineffective ways people cope with stress and uncover effective strategies to combat it. Gain practical insights to help yourself and others manage stress better in both your professional and personal life.

Certificate in Time Management

< 6 Months Access | ~80 hours >

Learn how to develop time management strategies that get results

Certificate in Event Management

< 6 Months Access | ~90 hours >

Turn any occasion into an event

Enrol in Event Management to connect people with great experiences and create a career doing what you love.

Certificate in Management Fundamentals

< 6 Months Access | ~80 hours >

Launch your Management career from a solid foundation

Enrol today to learn the fundamentals of total quality Management.

Certificate in Small Business Management

< 6 Months Access | ~140 hours >

Learn essential skills to start or manage a small business

Enrol for the Small Business Management Certificate online to hit the ground running. As an added bonus, this course includes small business management NZ CCH eBooks to help you study.

Certificate in Wedding Planning

< 6 Months Access | ~100 hours >

Turn your romantic streak into a winning streak

Become a Wedding Planner NZ-wide with this comprehensive online course that covers the process from planning, through programme management, all the way to ensuring the venue is packed up correctly at the end of the big day.

Study our wedding planning course NZ-wide from home, learn how to manage guests, vendors, and clients, and explore the various legal requirements that must be adhered to in the NZ wedding planning sector.

Discover how specific cultures approach weddings and the pros and cons of different styles of wedding receptions.

Enrol in a wedding planning course and make every day your big day.

Certificate in Project Leadership

< 40 study hours >

Lead Projects with Confidence and Vision

Enhance your ability to lead projects and drive successful outcomes with The Career Academy’s Certificate in Project Leadership. This online course equips you with practical tools to plan, execute, and manage projects effectively while building high-performing teams.

You’ll learn essential skills in strategic planning, stakeholder management, and adaptive leadership. From project initiation to closure, this course covers every phase, ensuring you’re ready to deliver exceptional results in today’s competitive environment.

Certificate in Anger Control and Emotional Wellbeing

< 40 study hours >

Master Anger Management and Emotional Wellbeing

Gain the tools to manage anger and enhance emotional wellbeing with The Career Academy. This course provides practical strategies to help you or others effectively address anger, regulate emotions, and foster healthier relationships.

Learn through flexible online study and expert tutor support. Develop essential skills, including cognitive behavioural techniques, conflict resolution frameworks, and de-escalation strategies. This course also explores specialised areas like managing anger in children and supporting individuals with special needs.

Whether for personal development or professional use, this course equips you to make a meaningful impact on emotional wellbeing.

Certificate in Personnel Management & Human Resources

< 6 Months Access | ~140 hours >

Use Your Exceptional People Skills To Upgrade Your Life

People who know people are a special breed. If you are looking for HR courses for working professionals or human resources distance learning opportunities, The Career Academy offers a comprehensive 100-hour people management certification that could link your people skills to accelerated career advancement. Plus, you can study for this HR certificate NZ-wide from your home or office.

Study HR online to understand human behaviour, enhance workplace communications, and discover ways to implement discipline positively. Learn about recruitment, staff training, building and managing teams, and grow your knowledge around health and safety.

Enrol today to fast-track your career and achieve an HR certificate.

Certificate in Event Management & Wedding Planning Bundle

< 6 Months Access | ~200 hours >

Big dreams require bold moves

Grasp the future you want with a wedding planning course that delivers a great mix of skills and information. From concept planning through staging your event and into the early hours when it’s time to pack down, good event management & wedding planning courses account for the entire package.

Learn about smart financial management and marketing when you study this online wedding planning course NZ-wide, discover how to approach logistics, and learn best resource and staff management practices. Understand the specific nature of wedding planning – and how to start your business off on the right foot.

Enrol today to start living the life you want.

Business Management Pathway

< 12 Months Access | ~220 hours >

Choose the pathway that leads to success

Starting a new business is a milestone event, and going in prepared is just good common sense. The Career Academy offers you the opportunity to complete a Business Management Certificate online, so you can use your time in ways that suit you best.

Access a solid 16-week business management online program that begins with a business plan and shepherds you through marketing, sound financial systems and tax requirements. Connect with organisations designed to help small businesses get afloat – and stay there.

Enrol in Business Management online; you’ve got this – and we’ve got you.

Diploma in Management & Team Leadership

< 12 Months Access | ~300 hours >

Approach leadership with confidence

Becoming a manager or team leader is an exciting step forward. Our Diploma in Management & Team Leadership at The Career Academy could help you confidently own your position. Discover effective team leadership techniques, improve your communication skills, understand systematic & lateral thinking, and learn what it takes to motivate people towards their best performance.

Whether you are interested in project management or want to use your Diploma in Management to take a first step into the business arena, this course provides valuable content to ensure you make educated moves.

Enrol today to own your future confidently when you study for this Diploma in Management NZ-wide from your home or office.

Event Management Business Pathway

< 18 Months Access | ~220 hours >

Start your own event management business!

Event management is the perfect career choice for those capable at juggling multiple tasks, who can move at the speed of light and thrive under pressure! Special event planning can include many types of events, from conferences and sales meetings to gala dinners and awards.

Event Management & Wedding Planning Business Pathway

< 18 Months Access | ~400 hours >

You know what you want, it’s time to go after it

If it’s your dream to make a mark with your own Event Management & Wedding Planning Business, start by choosing a wedding planning course pathway that includes Certificates in Event Management & Wedding Planning – and a Start Your Own Business course.

Event management and wedding planning courses should teach you how to manage the location, liaise effectively with clients and vendors, and plan an event from the initial concept to clean up. You can complete this wedding planning course NZ-wide from the comfort of your home.

Enrol today for wedding and event planning courses that include mentoring from expert business coaches.

Diploma in Business

< 12 Months Access | ~300 hours >

Take a dynamic approach and be ready for business

A Diploma in Business with The Career Academy provides you with some great tools to advance your career. If you are already working in a business environment or have goals in that direction, our Diploma in Business Management could help you stand out and get ahead.

Discover techniques for building a solid team and gain knowledge across marketing, IT and practical accounting. Learn how to recognise different management styles and pinpoint intelligent processes for decision-making when you complete our Diploma in Business Management online.

Enrol now to add a Diploma of Business to your CV.

Certificate in Microsoft Excel

< 6 Months Access | ~30 hours >

Chart a new course for yourself

Excel is an essential tool across a broad range of sectors. The Career Academy Certificate in Microsoft Excel gets you started on the fundamentals, including understanding the basic layout of worksheets, what screen components you may expect to see, and how they may be used.

Learn to modify worksheets, perform calculations, format correctly, sort, filter, and print. Earn a Certificate in Microsoft Excel and let prospective employers know you are serious about learning.

Enrol today to enter the world of spreadsheets with a guide that lets you work at your own pace.

Intermediate Certificate in Microsoft Excel

< 6 Months Access | ~30 hours >

You know the basics; now it’s time to move forward

Gain an intermediate level of knowledge and a strong understanding of how to organise and analyse data in Excel. Work through preparation, sorting, subtotals, filtering, and discover how to troubleshoot potential issues.

This practical course is perfect for those in accounting, bookkeeping, and administration roles who want to level up. Cover conditional formatting, learn how to attend to multiple worksheets simultaneously, understand key features of MS 365 and complete a Microsoft Excel Intermediate test to show employers you know your stuff.

Enrol now to widen your world.

Advanced Certificate in Microsoft Excel

< 6 Months Access | ~30 hours >

Advance to the next level – be workforce ready

A logical step after completing an Intermediate Certificate in Microsoft Excel, this advanced Microsoft Excel course includes learning across text and CSV files, saving imported files, and discovering how to export data from Excel. This a great step for those students wanting to pursue a career in accounting, bookkeeping, or business administration.

Microsoft Excel online certification prepares you across pivot tables and charts, advances your learning around cross-referencing, and you will discover things like how to complete horizontal lookups using HLOOKUP.

Enrol now and make career advancement your new goal.

Diploma in Microsoft Excel

< 6 Months Access | ~90 hours >

Push yourself to be the best you can be

Gain 90 hours of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Accreditation on completing the Diploma in Microsoft Excel. This Diploma offers an opportunity to upskill across accountancy, bookkeeping and administration from the comfort of your home.

The Diploma in Microsoft Excel incorporates three stages of learning in Excel and ensures students learn a broad range of skills across the software. From fundamental skills to advanced, including formatting, importing plain text files, and worksheet modification.

Enrol now to get workforce ready or work towards promotion.

Certificate in Microsoft Essentials

< 6 Months Access | ~15 hours >

Get essential tools that open doors

Microsoft office essentials do just what the name suggests – help you carry out essential functions in an office environment. If you want to apply for work, upskill from your current position – or just need to organise your life – Microsoft office essentials are fantastic tools to have in your toolbox.

Learn to arrange media content, tables and illustrations, apply animation to slides, and give every presentation a professional edge with Powerpoint. Grow proficiency across Microsoft Word and use your knowledge of Microsoft essentials to pass common job application admin tests.

Enrol and grow; it’s your time.

Diploma in Microsoft Excel & Diploma in MYOB Package

< 6 Months Access | ~80 hours >

Become the whole package

If you are serious about adding extensive value to your CV, the Diploma in Excel & Diploma in MYOB Package is a smart move. Composed of six certificates that cover MYOB Business, and Payroll – with certification in Excel from the basics through intermediate and across advanced, this is a skill set that employers are hungry for.

Learn payroll preparation, processing, leave management and how MYOB smooths out sales, billing, and banking. Discover how tables, charts and data can work for you and take your career to the next level.

Enrol today to win at work.

Diploma in Microsoft Excel & Diploma in Xero Package

< 6 Months Access | ~130 hours >

Get two industry recognised qualifications and become a Xero & Excel expert!

This package combines the Diploma in Xero and the Diploma in Excel. It will give you a comprehensive and workforce ready understanding of both Excel and Xero, giving you essential and highly sought after skills for any accounting, bookkeeping, finance or administration role.

Certificate in Hotel Operations Management

< 6 Months Access | ~100 hours >

Become a smooth operator & manage your own career

Our certification courses in operations management and hotel operations include sections on fundamental principles of public speaking and communication over the phone and online.

Enrol today to join the exciting world of hotel operations management.

Certificate in Travel & Tourism

< 6 Months Access | ~90 hours >

Launch your career in travel & tourism

Enrol in our Certificate in Travel and Tourism and open up your world to adventure.

Certificate in Event Management

< 6 Months Access | ~90 hours >

Turn any occasion into an event

Enrol in Event Management to connect people with great experiences and create a career doing what you love.

Certificate in Wedding Planning

< 6 Months Access | ~100 hours >

Turn your romantic streak into a winning streak

Discover how specific cultures approach weddings and the pros and cons of different styles of wedding receptions.

Enrol in a wedding planning course and make every day your big day.

Certificate in Hospitality Services (Food And Beverage)

< 6 Months Access | ~100 hours >

Fire up your life

Gather all the ingredients you need to become a hospitality star and work anywhere in hospitality NZ-wide. Develop your own catering business or use this hospitality management certificate to work across a broad range of hospitality businesses.

Learn the ins and outs of food and beverage service in the hospitality industry, from waiting tables to planning menus and managing a team. Understand best practices for food management, discover what it takes to properly run a bar and learn how to maximise output while maintaining hygiene and service standards.

Enrol now and discover your potential.

Certificate in Event Management & Wedding Planning Bundle

< 6 Months Access | ~200 hours >

Big dreams require bold moves

Enrol today to start living the life you want.

Diploma in Hospitality & Tourism

< 12 Months Access | ~280 hours >

Take a trip to your true potential

Including the Certificate in Hospitality and Tourism Management, this Diploma in Hospitality & Tourism is a launchpad for a career in an exciting industry. Explore the option of working as a travel agent, bartender, or hotel manager or apply for a host of other great hospitality jobs.

Get a Hospitality and Tourism Certificate and learn agency systems, how to approach travel insurance, and what destinations are considered tourist regions. Extend your learning across personnel management, catering, and what constitutes a nutritious diet.

Enrol now and turn your love for people and travel into a career.

Event Management Business Pathway

< 18 Months Access | ~220 hours >

Start your own event management business!

Event Management & Wedding Planning Business Pathway

< 18 Months Access | ~400 hours >

You know what you want, it’s time to go after it

Enrol today for wedding and event planning courses that include mentoring from expert business coaches.

Hospitality Business Pathway

< 18 Months Access | ~400 hours >

Find your way to success

Choose a hospitality career path and watch your world open up. This pathway includes a comprehensive look at starting a business, how to become a good boss, what’s involved with managing a hotel, and the different definitions used to describe travellers and tourists.

Combining three certificates and adding a course that leads you through the steps to start a business, this pathway guides you from writing up your business plan to booking tours to tourist regions and beyond.

Choose a hospitality career path – enjoy the journey and the destination.

Certificate in Sales Management

< 6 Months Access | ~80 hours >

Step Confidently Into Sales Management

Whether you’re aiming to step into corporate sales management or lead a team in a smaller business, this course is designed to help you succeed.

Take your career to the next level—enrol today and get qualified for a dynamic role in sales management.

Certificate in Sales Skills

< 6 Months Access | ~80 hours >

Learn The Essential Sales Skills Needed to Launch a Career in This Area

Introduction in Editing

< 6 Months Access | ~80 hours >

Discover the World of Editing with Our Introduction Course

Ready to enhance your editing skills? Our Introduction to Editing course is designed for beginners and those wanting to sharpen their expertise. You’ll gain essential skills that improve the clarity, precision, and overall impact of your writing. Whether you’re aiming to work in publishing, content creation, or simply looking to boost your personal writing skills, this course sets you up for success.

Learn how to critically assess manuscripts, enhance readability, and master the techniques needed to create professional-quality content. You’ll cover everything from copy editing and proofreading to preparing text for publication.

Take the first step towards a rewarding career in editing—enrol today and start developing your skills!

Certificate in Editing Practice

< 6 Months Access | ~80 hours >

Want to Find Out How Editing and Publishing Courses Can Help You in Your Career? Explore This Dedicated Certificate

Eager to exploring online editing courses and see how they can help you find new opportunities? Learners can access online proofreading and editing courses online that can equip them with the advanced skills needed to move into an editing-focused role. Whether you’re keen to start editing for an online publication, a print newspaper or other type of media, accessing proofreading and editing courses online can help you move towards that goal.

Enrol on a course today and take your career forward.

Certificate in Editing

< 6 Months Access | ~80 hours >

Gain Essential Editing Skills and Industry Knowledge.

This in-depth course covers everything from refining text clarity to integrating graphics and managing content design. Perfect for anyone aiming to enter or advance in the editing profession, you’ll also learn about legal standards and ethical considerations, ensuring you’re well-prepared for the industry.

Enrol today and start creating publication-ready content with confidence!

Certificate in Business Administration

< 6 Months Access | ~140 hours >

Are you ready to level up?

The Career Academy Certificate In Business Administration provides a fantastic springboard for upskilling in your current role or could open the door to an exciting new career.

You can complete the Certificate in Business Administration NZ-wide from the comfort of your home.

Certificate in Medical Reception

< 6 Months Access | ~140 hours >

Become a Certified Medical Receptionist in just 10 weeks

Working as a Medical Receptionist puts you front and centre when people need a smart, calm, focused face. The Career Academy medical reception course incorporates precise administration, effective business communication, and an understanding of First Aid procedures.

Our medical reception certificate covers patient record maintenance, ethics and professionalism, and a grounding in Medtech software. You will also learn how to operate as a valuable team player in an environment that allows you to demonstrate your abilities and prove your worth.

Enrol for a Certificate in Medical Reception to extend your learning and test your limits.

Certificate in Reception & Office Support

< 6 Months Access | ~140 hours >

From the front desk to the world

Enrol today and share your skills with the world.

Certificate in Workplace Communication

< 40 study hours >

Master the Art of Professional Communication

Communicating effectively in the workplace is essential for career success. The Career Academy’s Certificate in Workplace Communication provides you with practical tools to excel in professional interactions. Learn how to deliver clear, concise messages, adapt to different communication styles, and make an impact in meetings, presentations, and written correspondence.

With 100% online learning, this course allows you to gain valuable skills at your own pace. Whether you’re looking to enhance your current role or take the next step in your career, mastering workplace communication will set you apart.

Certificate in Accounts Administration & Payroll

< 6 Months Access | ~140 hours >

Get a qualification to match your experience

Our payroll and administration course includes modules to help you understand GST and accounts, plus you’ll discover how depreciation operates on assets and how to process payroll.

Enrol in the Certificate in Accounts Administration & Payroll for six months of free access to MYOB and learn to manage cash flow like a pro.

Certificate in Medical Reception and Terminology

< 6 Months Access | ~160 hours >

Become a Qualified Medical Receptionist

Enrolling in a medical terminology course online is a great way to get to the front of the queue for sought-after medical receptionist roles. Along with an introduction to Medtech software and MS Word, you will learn fundamental terms across several medical disciplines.

Discover the scope and nature of medical terminology, explore ways to discuss medical procedures, study medical and pharmacological terminology, and begin to understand commonly used terms for the cardiovascular, musculoskeletal and immune systems.

Enrol to study medical terminology today and get the edge you need in the competitive job market.

Diploma in Editing and Editing Practice

< 6 Months Access | ~80 hours >

Advance your career in the editing and publishing industry with our Diploma in Editing and Editing Practice

The course begins with an Introduction to Editing, teaching the basics of clear, effective communication. Move on to the Certificate in Editing, where you will master copy editing, manuscript review, and preparing content for publication. Finally, the Certificate in Editing Practice provides hands-on training, focusing on editing techniques for print and digital publications.

This diploma is perfect for those looking to make their mark in the editing and publishing industry. Build the essential skills and knowledge needed to excel in roles across publishing houses, media outlets, and freelance editing.

Medical Secretary Diploma

< 12 Months Access | ~250 hours >

Forge a new career pathway in the health industry

Learn valuable skills towards a career as a Medical Secretary. Learn how to create and manage healthcare records using Medtech software, understand medical terminology, and discover the importance of precision formatting with The Career Academy’s medical secretary course.

Join the medical profession and use this medical secretary training course to learn about discharge and death summaries, work on perfecting your business communication skills, and get experience with reading medical records correctly.

Enrol in our medical secretary course and discover how far you can go.

Diploma in Payroll Management

< 12 Months Access | ~300 hours >

This is one course that will really pay off

Diploma in Business Administration

< 12 Months Access | ~300 hours >

Sharpen your skills & move up the ladder

Why study business administration? Because you’re smart, and you know learning never stops. When you enrol for a Diploma in Business Administration, you give yourself the gift of knowledge. Building on the skills gained across our Certificate in Business Administration or Certificate in Reception & Office Support, this course opens the door to applications for higher-level positions.

The Career Academy Diploma in Business Administration teaches you how to plan and review systems and procedures, communicate effectively in meetings, manage projects across milestones and timeframes – and work smarter on MS Word.

Enrol today to level up. You can complete this Diploma in Business Administration NZ-wide from the comfort of your own home.

Accounts Administration & Payroll Pathway

< 18 Months Access | ~400 hours >

Choose your own pathway to success

Shifting into the best position is always a good move, so put yourself first and enrol in our Payroll & Administrator course online. Learn basic, advanced, management and taxation accounting.

Enrol now to kickstart your career in Accounts Administration & Payroll.

Administration Pathway Program – Business Administration

< 18 Months Access | ~400 hours >

Become An Exceptional Administrator & Win At Business

Take the first step towards excellence. Enrol in a business admin course that begins with a Certificate in Business Administration followed by a Diploma in Business Administration.

Study this business admin course online and learn how to communicate effectively in an office environment. Discover how to schedule and organise meetings and approach accounting with MYOB & Xero, grasp solutions to project management challenges – and brush up on MS Excel.

Enrol now to get ahead with business administration skills that look great on your CV.

Administration Pathway – Medical Reception

< 18 Months Access | ~400 hours >

Advance your medical career in more ways than one

Working as a Medical Receptionist can be hugely rewarding. Choosing a medical admin course to secure one of these roles means you are arriving at interviews prepared.

Receive a Certificate in Medical Terminology and a Diploma in Business Administration with this comprehensive pathway, learn the scope and nature of medical and pharmaceutical terminology, understand anatomical terms, and balance out the technical Medical Receptionist learnings with some great administrative and business communication modules. This medical admin course also teaches project management skills; you can study at your own pace while working.

Enrol today to start reaching your full potential.