Programme overview
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.
Admission requirements
What you will need to study this programme.
Domestic students
International students
Academic requirements
Applicants must be at least 16 years of age when they begin their studies, and they should meet the country-specific admission requirement,
And English entry requirements;
If English is not your first language, you will also need at least one of the following qualifications:
- An equivalent of IELTS (Academic) with minimum band scores of 5.5 with no individual band lower than 5.0 from one test taken in the preceding two years,; or
- Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.; or
If you do not meet the English criteria above, we have a range of English Language programmes available, depending on your current level of ability.
Don’t meet these Academic requirements?
- If you don’t meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Apply online, and we’ll discuss your next steps.
- If you don’t meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.
For more information, download the programme regulations.
Courses and timetables
For more details on the courses including timetables, please click on the course names below.
| Courses | Credits | Aim |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Accounting and Taxation(ACCY5101TP) | 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) | The aim of this course is to develop the knowledge, skills, and competencies to apply accounting concepts, standards, processes, and tax rules to prepare financial statements. |
| Applied Accounting(ACCY5102TP) | 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) | The aim of this course is to develop the knowledge, skills and competencies to record and process a range of financial transactions. |
| Analysis of Financial Information(ACCY5103TP) | 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) | The aim of this course is to develop the knowledge, skills and competencies to calculate, analyse and interpret financial information to inform decision making for an organisation. |
| Budgets for Planning and Control(ACCY5104TP) | 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) | The aim of this course is to develop the knowledge, skills, and competencies to prepare and use budgets to monitor performance and determine internal controls to minimise risk for an organisation. |
| Organisations in an Aotearoa New Zealand Context(BSNS5001TP) | 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) | The aim of this course is to develop the knowledge, skills, and competencies to analyse organisations and engage with stakeholders in an Aotearoa New Zealand context. |
| Business Environments(BSNS5002TP) | 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) | The aim of this course is to develop the knowledge, skills, and competencies to analyse and manage the impact of environmental influences on a business entity. |
| Business Functions(BSNS5003TP) | 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) | The aim of this course is to develop knowledge, skills, and competencies relevant to the core business functions of accounting, operations, human resource management, marketing and sales. |
| Change and Innovation(BSNS5004TP) | 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) | The aim of this course is to develop the knowledge, skills, and competencies to contribute to organisational change and innovation. |
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