New Zealand Diploma in Business – Accounting

Summary

If you enjoy problem-solving, working with numbers, and understanding how businesses operate, this programme is an ideal place to begin.

You’ll learn the core accounting and business concepts that support decision-making in real workplaces, while building confidence to take on junior roles or continue into advanced study.

You’ll benefit from:

• Fast-track your accounting career with a qualification that supports the CA ANZ Accounting Technician pathway.
• Build professional credibility by becoming eligible for provisional CA ANZ membership after graduating.
• Learn through real business scenarios that prepare you for day-one performance in accounting support roles.
• Use industry tools like Xero and gain practical experience with modern accounting software.
• Get wrap-around support from experienced tutors and Unitec’s student services throughout your study.

What You’ll Learn

By the end of this programme, you’ll be able to:

• Prepare financial statements and reports
• Complete balance-day adjustments and accounting systems tasks
• Apply management accounting techniques to support business decisions
• Understand New Zealand tax fundamentals
• Use accounting software and digital tools used in industry
• Communicate clearly in business settings
• Apply ethical standards and professional conduct expected in the workplace

Your pathway to becoming a chartered accountant

This programme is the first year of our Bachelor of Accounting (Level 7) programme – it’s the qualification you’ll need to work as a chartered accountant. Once you’ve successfully completed this qualification, you’ll have the admission requirements and preparedness to take on the higher-level study.

Career Options

• Accounts assistant,
• Payroll assistant,
• Accounts receivable/payable clerk,
• Credit administrator,
• Entry-level financial administration roles

Annual Tuition Fees

Domestic/NZ students

$7,100

(Approximate fees only - includes GST but excludes the Compulsory Student Services Fee (CSSF) levy. Your final study costs depends on a number of factors including the courses you select to study. View options for funding your study and fees-free eligibility)

International students

$26,415 (NZD) (approximate fees for 120 credits) Save up to $2,000 (NZD) with the Unitec International Study Grant 2026. Terms and conditions apply.

Semester Dates

Sem 1 2026: 23 Feb – 28 Jun

Sem 2 2026: 20 Jul – 22 Nov

For course and class timings, refer to the specific course webpage.

For StudyLink purposes, please ensure your application states your earliest course start date.

Downloads and resources

Programme regulations - New Zealand Diploma in Business – Accounting Order a personalised brochure Scholarships and awardsStudent LifeFor Māori studentsFor Pacific studentsFor International students