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National Certificate in Business (First Line Management) Level 4

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If you're currently a team leader, supervisor or manager in business, or you aspire to be, this flexible online management qualification can help you further your knowledge and skills in first line management, leadership and human resources.

In this first line management programme you'll take courses in team building, managing conflict, problem solving, health and safety, staff selection and performance management.

Each online course is conducted according to a schedule, but there are no “live” classes to attend. Instead course material and discussions all take place at your convenience. There is still the same high-quality instruction and course content, but without the day-to-day obstacles that may prevent you from pursuing your goals. With online learning, commuting to campus, parking worries and paying for childcare are things of the past.

Content Details

  • Time management
  • Business writing
  • Problem solving
  • Team building
  • Managing conflict
  • Health & safety
  • Organisational principles
  • Workplace relationships
  • Performance management
  • Training & development
  • Staff selection

You have 52 weeks to complete the programme's 46 credits. As a general rule, 1 credit is equivalent to 10 hours of study.

Entry

Open entry though you should be:

  • Working in an environment where you are managing people and/or resources
  • Comfortable using computers, basic file management, email and word processing
  • Able to access a PC or Macintosh, the internet and an email and word processing programme

Studying online requires a good basic level of computing skills and confidence. You need to be organised, self-disciplined, committed to study, and proactive in asking for help  and support from your tutor.

Refer to the programme brochure for guidance about school subjects that would help you succeed in this programme.

English Language Requirements
If you are an overseas student or a new resident and English is not your first language, please note that study at tertiary level requires both written and oral participation.

You will be required to have an IELTS score of 5.5 or TOEFL score of 500.

Indicative Fees

  • $211 incl. course related costs

The standard published fee is applicable for New Zealand citizens and permanent residents only.

An international fee is payable for non New Zealand citizens/permanent residents.

Qualifications Gained

Upon successful completion of the programme you will receive:

  • National Certificate in Business (First Line Management) Level 4

Career Opportunities

Team leader, supervisor, manager.