Programme highlights
Interested in numbers? Kick-start your career in accounting support services.
Whether you are starting out in the business world or looking to build your skills, study accounting support services and get the core skills in accounting that can lead to well-paid job opportunities.
Study in class or online – or a combination of both. You will learn how to produce the financial information needed for tax returns and payroll, as well Xero Accounting. If you’re looking to work within the financial services profession, then understanding Xero accounting software could be critical to your career. Included in this programme is also the opportunity to complete an approved Xero Certification.
You will also develop communication skills and a combination of technical and people skills that will help you work well in a team and with clients.
Graduate ready to find a job in business and accounting support, such as an accounts officer or payroll officer.
Entry requirements
General
- 40 credits at NCEA Level 1, including 10 Literacy credits and 10 Numeracy credits; or
- a relevant qualification at NZQF Level 2; or
- a recognised equivalent.
English language requirements
All applicants (international and domestic) for whom English or te reo Māori is not a first language need to provide evidence that they have the necessary English language proficiency required for the programme.
International students: English language entry requirements
International applicants are required to have an IELTS (general or academic) score of 5.5 with no individual band lower than 5 from one test taken in the preceding two years, or an equivalent described in NZQA Rules.
Give yourself credit with Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Did you know you can use the knowledge and experience you already have to your advantage?
Your previous work experience and on-the-job skills, volunteering, professional development, and other providers’ qualifications can be recognised as prior learning, matched against credits in our courses, and put towards your qualification – potentially saving you money and possibly helping you to complete your qualification faster Learn more.
Programme structure
You will need to complete the below four courses (50 credits):
Do you want to study a single course, without enrolling into the full programme?
Courses within some of our programmes may be offered as an individual Certificate of Proficiency (COP). Programme entry requirements and course fees apply. For more information, please speak to our friendly Ask Me! team.
Career opportunities
Graduates of this qualification will have the skills and knowledge to be employed in a variety of business entities in accounting support roles including:
- Accounts officer
- Payroll officer
- Sole-charge administrator
- Accounts payable/receivable
- Credit controller or accounts assistant.
Graduates will also be able to contribute to community groups in volunteer accounting functions. For potential salaries visit careers.govt.nz.
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“I believe we can shape the future together.”
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She supplied eco-friendly products like bin liners and retail bags, to supermarkets, organic health food stores, galleries, office suppliers, garden centres, libraries and much more.
“I chose to study at MIT because they have small class sizes.”
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“What I learnt at MIT is super helpful.”
“What I learnt at MIT, and especially in the medical admin course, was super helpful. It’s kind of the baseline to what I go back to throughout my day. If I’m stuck on something, I think back to what we learned there and it helps guide me to what I’m supposed to be doing.
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Esther Zimri
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“MIT prepared me well.”
“I chose to study accounting support to prepare myself for a job and for further studies in the future. Accounting applies in every situation in life and growing up I had always loved numbers.
Before I started studying, I was a full-time stay-at-home mother of two beautiful daughters. I chose MIT because of the flexibility it offered, and the support from the lecturers. I was always provided with help and assistance. The constant encouragement from my lecturer and her hunger for my success, and for a better and brighter future, make me love MIT.
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The support system and hunger for the success of the students from the lectures make MIT very unique.”
Zeranya Pauga Faamoe
MIT graduate
“There are great job opportunities in medical administration.”
“My mother graduated from MIT with a qualification specialising in medical administration and quickly got into a job as a ward clerk. Shortly afterwards she was promoted into another great position and she’s doing very well for herself.
For me, I saw myself doing something like this too. I wanted to work within a hospital, and I really enjoy the administration and customer service side. There are great job opportunities in medical administration and a lot of diversity within the hospital. I’m already a receptionist at Middlemore Hospital and by doing this course I hope to expand my career and become a ward clerk.
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Anushka Mani
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“MIT gave me the flexibility to study while still being a full-time mum.”
I loved that MIT gave me the flexibility to study while still being a full-time mum. I knew it was the right choice after doing a feasibility study of tertiary institutes in Auckland and MIT came out on top. It also helped me kick off my studies with a free office administration course while deciding my career prospects.
I’ve always been a people person with a goal of entering a management role, so HR seemed like a great fit. The practical elements of the course made my learning meaningful and through the internship programme I was offered a job.
I work as an associate recruitment consultant. It’s an extremely fulfilling role which includes, sourcing and building relationships with candidates, advertising vacancies, managing interviews, and negotiating contract terms.
During my studies, the lecturers provided professional guidance and they continue to give me valuable career support.
Swastika Singh
MIT graduate
MIT is the quality choice. Study business and graduate work-ready.
“The lecturers will help out with anything.”
“I chose MIT because it was convenient and easy to enrol. I have a passion for accounting. What I enjoy most about MIT is meeting people, especially people from other ethnicities. The lecturers are really good, they will help out if you are ever lost or need anything. You just don’t get the same support at other institutes.
My dream job is to work at a bank or do something in accounting. My family is proud that I am following something that I am passionate about instead of doing what others tell me to do.”
Verrila Toai
MIT student
“I believe we can shape the future together.”
“Running a business is not easy. As my business grew I wanted to know more about business practices in New Zealand, so I enrolled at MIT. I’m not saying change is easy – it requires commitment and passion. But I believe we can shape the future, together.”
Simren Kohli
MIT graduate
Simren Kohli’s father mentored her to believe in change, so she built her business to offer every kiwi an eco-friendly choice. She has helped many New Zealanders minimise their carbon footprint.
She supplied eco-friendly products like bin liners and retail bags, to supermarkets, organic health food stores, galleries, office suppliers, garden centres, libraries and much more.
“I chose to study at MIT because they have small class sizes.”
I chose to study at MIT because they have small class sizes and my study could fit around my work and personal life. Also, the accounting degree was recognised by the New Zealand Institute of Chartered Accountants which meant I could go straight into the profession once I graduated.
When I graduated from MIT my first job was with Transpacific Waste Management. One of the reasons they employed me was because I had gained a lot of practical skills at MIT, meaning I could hit the ground running when I started working for them.
My MIT degree has definitely given me a great foundation for my career.
Kirstin Burt
MIT graduate
“What I learnt at MIT is super helpful.”
“What I learnt at MIT, and especially in the medical admin course, was super helpful. It’s kind of the baseline to what I go back to throughout my day. If I’m stuck on something, I think back to what we learned there and it helps guide me to what I’m supposed to be doing.
My advice would be just to jump in and check it out because you never know what you are missing until you get into something. Just do it.”
Esther Zimri
MIT graduate
“MIT prepared me well.”
“I chose to study accounting support to prepare myself for a job and for further studies in the future. Accounting applies in every situation in life and growing up I had always loved numbers.
Before I started studying, I was a full-time stay-at-home mother of two beautiful daughters. I chose MIT because of the flexibility it offered, and the support from the lecturers. I was always provided with help and assistance. The constant encouragement from my lecturer and her hunger for my success, and for a better and brighter future, make me love MIT.
Everything I learned and studied; I’m currently applying in my role as a team administrator (clinical) at Te Whatu Ora Te Toka Tumai Auckland. MIT prepared me well.
If you want to be successful, well-prepared to face the real world and be supported every step of the way – then MIT is the place for you. I have never met such loving lecturers who have always lived up to what the MIT values stand for, than the lecturers I had over my study period at MIT.
The support system and hunger for the success of the students from the lectures make MIT very unique.”
Zeranya Pauga Faamoe
MIT graduate
“There are great job opportunities in medical administration.”
“My mother graduated from MIT with a qualification specialising in medical administration and quickly got into a job as a ward clerk. Shortly afterwards she was promoted into another great position and she’s doing very well for herself.
For me, I saw myself doing something like this too. I wanted to work within a hospital, and I really enjoy the administration and customer service side. There are great job opportunities in medical administration and a lot of diversity within the hospital. I’m already a receptionist at Middlemore Hospital and by doing this course I hope to expand my career and become a ward clerk.
I chose MIT because it’s the only place that offered this course (medical administration), it’s close to home, and my mother recommended both the course and the lecturers – she had such great things to say about the programme. It was an easy transition from high school and there is great flexibility so I can work part-time while studying. I had two days of onsite classes and one day of online classes. It’s clear and well-structured and I was able to complete most of my work and assignments within class hours.
I enjoyed the people, the culture, and the relationships I have developed over time with my lecturers. They were always there to help me out and really supported me in my journey.
If help is needed, help is always there for you.”
Anushka Mani
MIT graduate
