Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Manukau Institute of Technology (MIT)Bachelor of Accounting (Level 7)
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Bachelor's Degree
Duration
3 years
Next start date
Expected Jul 2026
Campus
Manukau campus
Summary
Are you looking for a qualification that will equip you with the knowledge, technical, and professional skills in the field of accounting? Whether you have just left secondary school, have done previous study in related fields, or are wishing to return to study to develop new skills, the Bachelor of Accounting will give you the knowledge and skills to work in an ethical, socially responsible, and sustainable way in a variety of business settings that aligns to Ngā Kaupapa o te Tiriti o Waitangi. You will learn to apply creative, strategic, and critical thinking to decision-making and problem-solving in evolving business environments and be able to demonstrate effective communication, self-management, digital literacy, and currency as an accounting professional. You will also get hands-on experience with an accountancy project for a real business. We will support you to succeed. Our classes are small so we can work closely with you to achieve your goals and, our strong industry relationships keep you up to date with the latest business practices. This qualification will mean you are equipped to meet the educational requirements for membership of the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ) and Chartered Practising Accountant Australia (CPA). To find out more about what internships entail for both our learners and host organisations, click here.
Entry criteria
To be admitted to this programme all applicants must be at least 16 years of age on the date the programme starts, and meet one of the following requirements:
1. NCEA Level 3
2. Three subjects at level 3, made up of:
· 14 credits in each of three approved subjects
3. Literacy – 10 credits at Level 2 or above, made up of:
· 5 credits in reading
· 5 credits in writing
4. Numeracy – 10 credits at Level 1 or above, made up of:
· achievement standards – specified achievement standards available through a range of subjects, or
· unit standards – package of three numeracy unit standards (26623, 26626, 26627- all three required).
Or
Satisfied the criteria for entrance to a New Zealand University with an equivalent to the above from another secondary qualification.
Successful completion of an approved qualification at Level 4 or above with a relevant pathway.
All applicants must provide evidence that they have the necessary language literacy proficiency required for the Programme as demonstrated by the equivalence of:
· 10 NCEA literacy credits at Level 2 or above, made up of:
– 5 credits in reading
– 5 credits in writing
Applicants who are unable to provide evidence of the above may be required to demonstrate capability using an approved proficiency test or an equivalent described in NZQA Rules.
International applicants must provide evidence that they have the necessary English language proficiency required for the Programme as demonstrated by an IELTS score of 6.0 (academic) with no individual band lower than 5.5 from one test taken in the preceding two years, or an equivalent described in NZQA Rules and on Delivery Site English Language Requirements for International Ākonga Web-page.
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