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Bachelor of Applied Management (Accounting - CPA Foundation Pathway) Bachelor of Applied Management (Accounting - CPA Pathway)

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Bachelor of Applied Management (Accounting - CPA Foundation Pathway)
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DegreeFull time – 3 years, part time and evening options available.

Annual Fees(indicative 2019)

Programme code

 CH3988

Domestic

$6,200 - $7,000

Starts

 February, July

International

$19,340+ $500 text book costs

Credits

 360

Course related costs

Advised before enrolment

Level

 7

Domestic Applications due

 Received all year

International Applications due

 22 January for February start, 23 June for July start

Location

 Christchurch - Madras Street, Online*

Content

Transition from foundation-level accounting to accreditation with the globally recognised Australian professional accountancy body, CPA.

With a fully integrated practical experience element, the CPA programme takes you from the foundation level to the professional level with elective courses including:

  • Research
  • Accounting
  • Business computing
  • Commercial law and business ethics
  • Economics
  • Marketing
  • Communications
  • Culture
  • Sustainability

* - The online offering is available through TANZ eCampus

Credit recognition

If you have work experience in this area, or a relevant prior qualification, you may be eligible for credit recognition towards this qualification.

Programme structure

To complete this Degree you are required to complete a minimum total of 360 credits. Please browse the guide below to view the course options currently available within this qualification.

Core courses
Elective Courses

To be a full time student you need to maintain a workload of 120 credits per year. We recommend you talk with us to ensure you choose electives to benefit your future career.

Entry requirements

Academic requirements

  • NCEA Level 3 (60 credits at Level 3 and 20 credits at Level 2 or higher) which must include 14 credits at Level 3 in each of three approved* subjects and

    • Literacy* - 10 credits at Level 2 or above, made up of 5 credits in reading, 5 credits in writing and
    • Numeracy* - 10 credits at Level 1 or above (specified achievement standards, or unit standards 26623, 26626, 26627)

    Note: Students who have undertaken examinations other than NCEA (eg International Baccalaureate, Cambridge examination) should contact us for requirements.

    * NZQA approved subjects: see http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/qualifications-standards/awards/university-entrance/

Alternative requirements

  • Evidence of literacy, numeracy and an ability to study at the appropriate level. This can be through study, work and/or life experience. Literacy and numeracy assessments are available.

Additional requirements
English requirements

  • If English is not your first language you may also be required to provide evidence of your English language skills. If you have no evidence of your English language skills and are a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, contact us for an assessment.

    Note: If you have achieved NCEA Level 3 University Entrance requirements you are not required to provide evidence of English Language Skills.

OVERALL IELTS REQUIREMENTS

6.0 ACADEMIC

SPEAKING

6.0

READING

6.0

WRITING

6.0

LISTENING

6.0
Acceptable Alternatives Chart

Next steps

For more information you can contact CPA Australia directly www.cpaaustralia.com.au in relation to the practical experience requirements, or contact us.

Application documents

Career opportunities

Work anywhere in the world with this qualification where on completion you will be a highly qualified, work-ready employee.

Your technical, business, personal effectiveness and leadership skills will ensure you graduate equipped for key positions in any national and international business.

Study pathways

Further your study with a graduate diploma in another area of business such as accounting, business transformation and change, event management, human resource management, innovation and entrepreneurship, operations and production management, project management, and sales and marketing.

Recommended school subjects

  • English
  • Mathematics
  • Computing/ICT
  • Economics