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Business and Leadership

Online classes (nationwide)

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Overview

Studying business online gives you the flexibility to learn from wherever you are. You’ll connect each week with an experienced kaiako (tutor) and other tauira (students). Share ideas, work through real challenges and learn alongside people with goals and experiences you can relate to. Your knowledge and experience are valued here.

Our programmes are designed for people working towards business, leadership or organisational goals in Aotearoa. You’ll learn through live online classes, tutorials, guest speakers and study in your own time. You’ll also have opportunities to put what you learn into practice. Build your skills, plan your next steps and grow your confidence as you go.

If you prefer learning in person, you can also explore our campus locations.

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Programmes available

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Introductory programmes (3)

Levels 1-3

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    Certificate in Money Management

    Online

    Open for applications

    Get the confidence, tools, and knowledge to set financial goals, manage income and debt, and plan for a secure future.

    • Level 3
    • Online eLearning
  • Te Wānanga o Aotearoa_Arahi Kaupapa_Introduction to Team Leadership

    Introduction to Team Leadership in Business

    Online

    Open for applications

    Discover your leadership potential and learn how to motivate and guide others.

    • Level 3
    • Online eLearning
  • Te Wānanga o Aotearoa_Pakihi_Smart Steps to Business - In class_2026

    Smart Steps to Business

    Online

    Open for applications

    Get the skills to start your own business. Create a business plan and learn about marketing, finance, compliance, and technology.

    • Level 3
    • Online eLearning

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Intermediate programmes (3)

Levels 4-6

  • Te Wānanga o Aotearoa_Arahi Kaupapa_Certificate in Project Management

    Certificate in Project Management

    Online

    Open for applications

    Project management is a skilled process that brings people, plans, and goals together to create meaningful results.

    • Level 4
    • Online eLearning
  • Te Wānanga o Aotearoa_Pakihi_Certificate in Small Business- in class

    Certificate in Small Business

    Online

    Open for applications

    Learn how to build and run a small business in this comprehensive programme. Create a business plan in this hands-on, practical course.

    • Level 4
    • Online eLearning
  • Te Wānanga o Aotearoa_Arahi Kaupapa_Diploma in Small Business & Project Management

    Diploma in Small Business & Project Management

    Online

    Open for applications

    Take your business and project management skills to the next level. Make informed decisions and lead confidently in a competitive environment.

    • Level 5
    • Online eLearning

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Learning in action

Real journeys, real impact

Josh Verstraten
Creating the spark for business success

With plenty of experience as an electrician, Josh Verstraten was ready to branch out from employee to business owner, but he knew running a successful business would require a new set of skills.

Maata Morrell-Dzilic
Building a beauty brand through education and drive

At just 21, Maata Morrell-Dzilic is building a thriving beauty brand with the support of business education from Te Wānanga o Aotearoa. Discover how her passion, determination, and study in small business and project management are fuelling her entrepreneurial success.

Sam Taylor
Flexible study supports Cromwell business owner

Based in Cromwell, Sam Taylor needed flexibility to balance work, study and build his business, and found exactly that through the online Certificate in Small Business at Te Wānanga o Aotearoa.

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