You can take the next career step!
You probably work in an administration team at the present time and you may be looking for qualifications that will help you take that next step. The New Zealand Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology) level 4 will give you the skills and confidence to do just that. You will learn the finer points of delivering great administrative support to your organisation.
Who is this for?
If you want to take that next step in your career or you want to formalise your existing skills then this qualification is for you. You are probably already working in an administrative role and looking for that next challenge.
Courses
To complete the New Zealand Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology) (Level 4) you are required to complete the following courses:
- Executive Business Administration
- Financial and Data Management
- The Business Workplace
- The Professional Administrator
If an individual course is of interest – it is possible to complete a course and not a full qualification. Please speak to one of our advisors for more information on 0800 328 269.
Benefits to you
You will enhance your administrative skills
This qualification will provide you with that next level of administrative skill and expertise to provide excellent service to your internal and external clients. You will become confident at identifying and developing solutions to common problems within the administrative function of an entity, ensuring smooth systems and processes are in place.
You will gain an enhanced understanding of finance and stats
This qualification will provide you with the skills to understand the technologies available to help you deliver on statistical and financial data within the business. This is an important component of every organisation and it needs to be right.
Enhance your communication skills
Make sure that you communicate in a clear and concise way with all your customers, using the right terminology, tone and providing the required level of service. With a level 4 qualification in administration and technology you will learn the skills required to ensure you communicate confidently and effectively.
Present documents professionally
Professional document presentation is a skill to be mastered and you will do just that by completing this qualification. Learn how to use the tools of the trade to deliver high quality documents that meet expectations.
How will I learn?
You can fit your study around your work, family and lifestyle – there is no need to be a full-time student while studying with TANZ eCampus. You can work and learn. All study is completely online – with supportive facilitators and advisors to help you along the way.
How long will it take?
This qualification is made up of four courses. Each course is delivered over 10 weeks. NZQA guidelines suggest up to 150 hours of total study time for a 15 credit course. So to complete one of the courses successfully in the 10 weeks you must be prepared to devote approximately 15 hours per week to your study. Depending on your previous academic online experience and course level this may vary to a certain degree.
If you want to study as a full-time student you can enrol on more than one course at a time, which will increase the amount of study required per week. Please speak to one of our advisors for more information on 0800 328 269 or refer to https://www.studylink.govt.nz/about-studylink/glossary/full-time-definition.html
Career and study pathways
Career opportunities could open up as a result of completing a Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology) Level 4. These may include roles as team leader, supervisor, or manager of a small team.
If you wish to undertake further study towards other business qualifications, view our business qualification pathways flowchart, to find your next step.
Entry requirements
Open Entry
If English is not your first language, you must also demonstrate English language skills equivalent to an IELTS overall band score (academic) of 5.0 (with no band score less than 5.0), from one test taken in the preceding two years.
Student loans and allowances
Courses and qualifications through TANZ eCampus are eligible for student loan support on condition that the student and level of study meet certain criteria. Student loans are administered through Studylink. Visit http://www.studylink.govt.nz/ for more information or phone TANZ eCampus on 0800 328 269 and we can point you in the right direction.
Testimonials

“As a stay at home mum, I love the fact I don’t need to leave the house to learn and complete this qualification – this is one of the best things about it."
Course Providers
TANZ eCampus is offered by six of New Zealand’s major tertiary providers including:
All qualifications will be awarded by one of these providers. Courses completed through TANZ eCampus are industry recognised and accepted by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA). Graduates may attend the graduation ceremony of the relevant tertiary partner and will receive a parchment from the institute at which they enrolled.