BACHELOR OF AND ASSOCIATED DIPLOMAS AND CERTIFICATES

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1 2015 BUSINESS BACHELOR OF AND ASSOCIATED DIPLOMAS AND CERTIFICATES

2 WELCOME TO OPEN POLYTECHNIC Whether you are looking to improve your career prospects or learn something new, we can help you achieve your goal. We specialise in open learning learning that gives you more freedom to decide what you study and where you study. Our courses are specifically designed for delivery by distance, which means you can fit your study around your life. And just because you are learning by distance, this doesn t mean you have to do it alone. You will have access to your tutors and lecturers by or phone and to other students studying the same course through Online Campus, the student support section of our website. It is our goal to make sure that you enjoy your study and that you succeed. So welcome to learning for today s world, and congratulations on taking up the challenge of further education. Please note that all information contained in this brochure may be subject to change without notice.

3 CONTENTS Key dates 2 Bachelor of Business 3 Bachelor of Business with a single major 3 Accounting major 4 Human Resource Management major 6 Management major 8 Unspecified major 10 Bachelor of Business with a double major 13 Accounting and Management double major 14 Certifi cates and diplomas 16 Open Polytechnic certifi cates 16 Open Polytechnic Certifi cate in Tertiary Study Skills 16 Management diplomas 17 Diploma in Applied Management 17 Graduate Certifi cate in Business (OP7411) and Graduate Diploma in Business (OP7412) 18 Graduate Diploma in Strategic Management 19 Graduate Diploma in Professional Accounting 20 Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management 22 New Zealand Institute of Management (NZIM) diplomas 23 General information 26 Assessment 26 Admission requirements 26 Study time 27 Set texts 27 Fees 27 Loans, allowances and other funding 27 Enrolment 27 Learning support 28 Further study 29 Appendix 1: Computer requirements 30 Appendix 2: Defi nitions 31 Appendix 3: Cross-credit arrangements from New Zealand Diploma in Business 32 Appendix 4: Fast track to success with our Bachelor of Business Pathway programme 33 Appendix 5: Cross-credit arrangements from New Zealand Law Society Legal Executive Diploma 36 Appendix 6: Membership of Chartered Accountants College (CA) and Associate Chartered Accountants College (ACA) with Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (Formerly NZICA) 37 Appendix 7: Membership of Certified Practicing Accountants (CPA) Australia 38 Application for Cross-credit/Cedit transfer form 39 NZIM Diploma in Management 23 NZIM Diploma in Management (Advanced) 24 Information systems and technology 25 Certifi cate in Web Design and Writing 25 Contact us Other useful contact details inside back cover inside back cover 1

4 KEY DATES TRIMESTER 3, 2014 Enrolments open for November 2014 Enrolments close for Trimester 3 2 November 2014 Trimester 3 offi cially begins 10 November 2014 Last day for withdrawing (with refund) 7 December 2014 Last day for withdrawing (no refund) 25 January 2015 Trimester 3 fi nal exams February 2015 TRIMESTER 1, 2015 Enrolments close for Trimester 1 17 February 2015 Graduation ceremony attendance applications close 28 February 2015 Trimester 1 offi cially begins 2 March 2015 Last day for withdrawing (with refund) 29 March 2015 Last day for withdrawing (no refund) 24 May 2015 Trimester 1 fi nal exams June 2015 TRIMESTER 2, 2015 Enrolments close for Trimester 2 3 July 2015 Trimester 2 offi cially begins 13 July 2015 Last day for withdrawing (with refund) 9 August 2015 Last day for withdrawing (no refund) 4 October 2015 Trimester 2 fi nal exams 2 6 November 2015 TRIMESTER 3, 2015 Enrolments open for November 2015 Enrolments close for Trimester 3 1 November 2015 Trimester 3 offi cially begins 9 November 2015 Last day for withdrawing (with refund) 6 December 2015 Last day for withdrawing (no refund) 24 January 2016 Trimester 3 fi nal exams February 2016 Note: All fees must be paid before the trimester starts so that we can confi rm your enrolment and send you your course materials. If you are planning to pay your fees by student loan, you need to apply to StudyLink at least four weeks before the start of the trimester. 2

5 BACHELOR OF BUSINESS Qualification code: OP7001 Levels: 5 7 QUALIFICATION As the business world becomes increasingly demanding and complex, a Bachelor of Business will give you a competitive advantage. The Bachelor of Business can be studied as a single or double major. Alternatively, you can study for a diploma or NZIM qualifi cation. GRADUATE PROFILE Graduates of the Bachelor of Business: have strong interpersonal communication and infl uencing skills understand a variety of business concepts, processes and procedures relevant to public and private organisations will be able to identify opportunities, solve problems and achieve business objectives by the use of suitable techniques with reference to ethical frameworks will be able to critically evaluate the international, cross-cultural, economic, social and legal environments within business functions will be able to anticipate, adapt to and promote changes important to a business have a more developed understanding of their major area of specialisation, including the ability to select and apply appropriate qualitative and quantitative techniques. BACHELOR OF BUSINESS SINGLE MAJOR Plan your qualification online with My Study Plan It s easy to start planning your Bachelor of Business with our fun and interactive online planning tool called My Study Plan. You can use the tool to plan what courses to study and when. To create your study plan today, visit openpolytechnic.ac.nz/mystudyplan Note: My Study Plan is not available for the unspecifi ed major. BACHELOR OF BUSINESS WITH A SINGLE MAJOR To study for a Bachelor of Business with a single major you need to complete 18 courses, each worth 20 credits. This makes a total of 360 credits, of which: a maximum of 160 credits (8 courses) are at Level 5 a minimum of 80 credits (4 courses) are at Level 7. Single majors are: Accounting Human Resource Management Management Unspecifi ed. REQUIREMENTS FINANCE FOR MANAGERS If you are studying the human resource management or management major, we recommend you select Finance for Managers. If you are studying the unspecifi ed major, unless you intend to complete Level 6 and 7 accounting courses, we recommend you select Finance for Managers. 3

6 ACCOUNTING MAJOR Accountants are employed in public practice, industry, government and educational organisations. They may specialise in auditing, fi nancial accounting, management accounting, taxation, fi nancial management, insolvency, consultancy, or a mix of these specialisations. Our accounting major is accredited by Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand for their Chartered Accountants (CA) college and Associated Chartered Accountants (ACA) college and by Certifi ed Practicing Accountants (CPA) Australia. Appendices 6 and 7 have more information on meeting Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand and CPA requirements. Students may also be eligible for exemptions for subjects in the UK Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) qualifi cations and the Association of Certifi ed Chartered Accountants (ACCA) qualifi cations. Full details of admission requirements for these professional bodies may be found on their websites. The qualifi cation page on our website has a link to each website. QUALIFICATION STRUCTURE NOTE: ALL S ARE 20 CREDITS CODE NINE CORE S (180 CREDITS) LEVEL Accounting Introduction to Commercial Law The Economic Environment Organisations and Management * Business Computing Business Ethics Organisational Behaviour Business Communication Statistical Analysis 5 FOUR MAJOR S (80 CREDITS) Financial Accounting Management Accounting Accounting Information Systems Advanced Financial Accounting 7 PLUS TWO OF THE FOLLOWING (40 CREDITS) Advanced Management Accounting Auditing Taxation 7 THREE ELECTIVE S (60 CREDITS) To achieve your full degree, you need to complete 18 courses totalling 360 credits. You need to choose three elective courses (60 credits) with a maximum of one at Level 5 and a minimum of one at Level 7. You can choose your electives from any Open Polytechnic degree qualifi cation see our website for the range of options or contact us. If you are doing the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand programme you will need to complete specified electives see Appendix 6. * Business Computing has replaced Information Systems. Either course may be used for completion of this qualifi cation. 4

7 STUDY PLAN It is a good idea to plan your study programme before you start. We strongly recommend that you study Business Communication as your fi rst course. You can check course availability and prerequisites on the qualifi cation page on our website. To help you work out which courses you need to complete for your degree use the study plan below. If you need help or have any questions, contact us. See the last page of this brochure for contact details. Level Accounting Introduction to Commercial Law The Economic Environment Organisations and Management We recommend you complete Level 5 courses fi rst, followed by Level 6 and then Level 7. ACCOUNTING MAJOR Business Computing Business Communication Statistical Analysis Level Business Ethics Financial Accounting Organisational Behaviour Management Accounting Accounting Information Systems Level 7 Major Advanced Financial Accounting Major Electives Elective Level 5 or above Elective Level 6 or above Elective Level 7 Key Core Major Elective 5

8 HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT MAJOR The Human Resource Management major includes both theoretical and practical (applied) papers. These range from knowledge of legal responsibilities to interviewing skills, and from recruitment strategies to the effective management of change within an organisation. Graduates from this major are qualifi ed to work in HR departments, employee relations or general administration and management. QUALIFICATION STRUCTURE NOTE: ALL S ARE 20 CREDITS CODE NINE CORE S (180 CREDITS) LEVEL Accounting OR Finance for Managers Introduction to Commercial Law The Economic Environment Organisations and Management * Business Computing Business Ethics Organisational Behaviour Business Communication Statistical Analysis 5 EIGHT MAJOR S (140 CREDITS) Employment Law Human Resource Management Employment Relations Marketing Strategic Human Resources Applications Managing Change Strategic Management Strategic Human Resources Development 7 ONE ELECTIVE (20 CREDITS) Your elective course can be selected from any Open Polytechnic degree qualifi cation see our website for the range of options. * Business Computing has replaced Information Systems. Either course may be used for completion of this qualifi cation. 6

9 STUDY PLAN It is a good idea to plan your study programme before you start. We strongly recommend that you study Business Communication as your fi rst course. You can check course availability and prerequisites on the qualifi cation page on our website. To help you work out which courses you need to complete for your degree use the study plan below. If you need help or have any questions, contact us. See the last page of this brochure for contact details. Level Accounting OR Finance for Managers The Economic Environment Introduction to Commercial Law Organisations and Management We recommend you complete Level 5 courses fi rst, followed by Level 6 and then Level 7. HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT MAJOR Business Computing Business Communication Statistical Analysis Level Business Ethics Employment Law Employment Relations Organisational Behaviour Human Resource Management Marketing Level Strategic Management Strategic Human Resources Applications Strategic Human Resources Development Managing Change Elective (Any level) Elective Key Core Major Elective 7

10 MANAGEMENT MAJOR Bachelor of Business graduates with a Management major will have a mix of theoretical and practical management knowledge and skills that will enable them to work as professional managers. Graduates will be able to: analyse, organise and synthesise information communicate accurately and with confi dence think critically, and recognise and deal with the unquantifi able recognise the implications of the shifting business environment and respond creatively have an integrated view of organisations and recognise the implications and signifi cance of particular problems organise, lead and control an organisation s human and non-human resources so that it can achieve its objectives more effectively. Management graduates will be able to work as professional managers in a variety of profi t making and non profi t making business organisations, from small local enterprises to multinational and international corporations, at any level from fi rst-line manager up to senior executive. QUALIFICATION STRUCTURE NOTE: ALL S ARE 20 CREDITS CODE NINE CORE S (180 CREDITS) Accounting OR Finance for Managers Introduction to Commercial Law The Economic Environment Organisations and Management * Business Computing Business Ethics Organisational Behaviour Business Communication Statistical Analysis 5 THREE MAJOR S (60 CREDITS) Human Resource Management Marketing Strategic Management 7 PLUS TWO OF THE FOLLOWING (40 CREDITS) Operations Management Applied Management Leadership 6 PLUS THREE OF THE FOLLOWING (60 CREDITS) Marketing Management Quality Management Strategic Human Resource Applications Managing Change Strategic Human Resource Development Project Management 7 LEVEL 5 8

11 ONE ELECTIVE (20 CREDITS): Your elective course can be selected from any Open Polytechnic degree qualifi cation; however we recommend Personal and Organisational Learning. If you choose this course you should study it as early as possible in your study programme. See our website for a full list of course options. * Business Computing has replaced Information Systems. Either course may be used for completion of this qualifi cation. STUDY PLAN It is a good idea to plan your study programme before you start. We strongly recommend that you study Business Communication as your fi rst course. You can check course availability and prerequisites on the qualifi cation page on our website. To help you work out which courses you need to complete for your degree use the study plan below. If you need help or have any questions, contact us. See the last page of this brochure for contact details. MANAGEMENT MAJOR Level Accounting OR Finance for Managers The Economic Environment Introduction to Commercial Law Organisations and Management We recommend you complete Level 5 courses fi rst, followed by Level 6 and then Level Business Computing Business Communication Statistical Analysis Level Business Ethics Human Resource Management Marketing Organisational Behaviour Major Major Level Strategic Management Major Major Major Elective (Any level) Elective Key Core Major Elective 9

12 UNSPECIFIED MAJOR The Bachelor of Business with an unspecifi ed major meets the needs of students who want to vary their study as their career develops and changes. Like a Bachelor of Business with a single major, it is made up of 18 courses of 20 credits each, of which: at least 80 credits (4 courses) must be at Level 7 no more than 160 credits (8 courses) can be at Level 5 a minimum of 80 credits must come from a sequential qualifi cation of study that includes 40 credits at Level 7 in one discipline. Contact us if you need help choosing your courses. See the last page of this brochure for contact details. QUALIFICATION STRUCTURE NOTE: ALL S ARE 20 CREDITS CODE NINE CORE S (180 CREDITS) LEVEL Accounting OR Finance for Managers Introduction to Commercial Law The Economic Environment Organisations and Management * Business Computing Business Ethics Organisational Behaviour Business Communication Statistical Analysis 5 PLUS FOUR OF THE FOLLOWING (80 CREDITS) Financial Accounting Management Accounting Accounting Information Systems Business Finance Corporate and Finance Law Employment Law Human Resource Management Employment Relations Marketing Operations Management Applied Management Leadership Principles of Information Management 6 10

13 CODE PLUS FOUR OF THE FOLLOWING (80 CREDITS) LEVEL Advanced Financial Accounting Advanced Management Accounting Auditing Taxation Marketing Management 7 UNSPECIFIED MAJOR Quality Management Strategic Human Resource Applications Managing Change Strategic Management Strategic Human Resource Development Information Systems and Technology Management (offered for the last time in Trimester 1, 2015) Project Management Data Communications and Computer Networks (offered for the last time in Trimester 2, 2015) ONE ELECTIVE (20 CREDITS) 7 Your elective course can be selected from any Open Polytechnic degree qualifi cation see our website for the range of options. * Business Computing has replaced Information Systems. Either course may be used for completion of this qualifi cation. 11

14 STUDY PLAN It is a good idea to plan your study programme before you start. We strongly recommend that you study Business Communication as your fi rst course. You can check course availability and prerequisites on our website. To help you work out which courses you need to complete for your degree use the study plan below. If you need help or have any questions, contact us. See the last page of this brochure for contact details. Level Accounting OR Finance for Managers The Economic Environment Introduction to Commercial Law Organisations and Management We recommend you complete Level 5 courses fi rst, followed by Level 6 and then Level Business Computing Business Communication Statistical Analysis Level Business Ethics Elective Elective Organisational Behaviour Elective Elective Level 7 Elective Elective Elective Elective Elective (Any level) Elective Key Core Elective 12

15 BACHELOR OF BUSINESS WITH A DOUBLE MAJOR You can complete a double major in Accounting and Management. A degree qualifi cation with a double major is made up of 20 courses of 20 credits each (a total of 400 credits), of which: 140 credits (7 courses) are at Level credits (7 courses) are at Level credits (6 courses) are at Level 7. There are no electives. PREREQUISITES Remember, before you choose which courses to enrol in you need to check that you have already successfully completed the prerequisites. BACHELOR OF BUSINESS DOUBLE MAJOR 13

16 ACCOUNTING AND MANAGEMENT DOUBLE MAJOR QUALIFICATION STRUCTURE NOTE: ALL S ARE 20 CREDITS CODE NINE CORE S (180 CREDITS) LEVEL Accounting Introduction to Commercial Law The Economic Environment Organisations and Management * Business Computing Business Ethics Organisational Behaviour Business Communication Statistical Analysis 5 SEVEN MAJOR S (140 CREDITS) Financial Accounting Management Accounting Accounting Information Systems Human Resource Management Marketing Advanced Financial Accounting Strategic Management 7 PLUS TWO OF THE FOLLOWING (40 CREDITS) Advanced Management Accounting Auditing Taxation 7 PLUS TWO OF THE FOLLOWING (40 CREDITS) Marketing Management Quality Management Strategic Human Resource Applications Managing Change Project Management 7 * Business Computing has replaced Information Systems. Either course may be used for completion of this qualifi cation. 14

17 STUDY PLAN It is a good idea to plan your study programme before you start. We strongly recommend that you study Business Communication as your fi rst course. You can check course availability and prerequisites on the qualifi cation page on our website. To help you work out which courses you need to complete for your degree use the study plan below. If you need help or have any questions, contact us. See the last page of this brochure for contact details. Level Accounting Introduction to Commercial Law The Economic Environment Organisations and Management We recommend you complete Level 5 courses fi rst, followed by Level 6 and then Level 7. ACCOUNTING AND MANAGEMENT DOUBLE MAJOR Business Computing Business Communication Statistical Analysis Level Business Ethics Financial Accounting Management Accounting Organisational Behaviour Accounting Information Systems Human Resource Management Marketing Level Strategic Management Advanced Financial Accounting Major Major Major Major Key Core Major 15

18 CERTIFICATES AND DIPLOMAS Open Polytechnic certificates An Open Polytechnic certifi cate is made up of at least two courses and can be used as a stepping stone to a diploma or degree. OPEN POLYTECHNIC DIPLOMAS An Open Polytechnic diploma is the equivalent of one year s full-time study or can be completed in 2 3 years of part-time study. Diplomas can be used as stepping stones to Open Polytechnic degrees, and courses completed for one diploma may be credited towards another diploma. A diploma is made up of six courses. At least four of those courses must be at or above the level at which the diploma is rated. So for a Level 6 diploma, you must complete at least four courses at Level 6 or above. We suggest you plan your study so that, where applicable, the fi rst qualifi cation you gain is a diploma. Please note that some courses have prerequisites, so you might not be able to complete a diploma in two trimesters. Note: All certifi cate and diploma courses are 20 credits. Plan your qualification online with My Study Plan It s easy to start planning your Open Polytechnic certifi cate or diploma with our fun and interactive online planning tool called My Study Plan. You can use the tool to plan what courses to study and when. To create your study plan today, visit openpolytechnic.ac.nz/mystudyplan OPEN POLYTECHNIC CERTIFICATE IN TERTIARY STUDY SKILLS Qualification code: OP4240 Level 4 If you are thinking of taking up tertiary study for the fi rst time or you ve been away from study for a while, the Open Polytechnic Certificate in Tertiary Study Skills is a good place to start. The certifi cate is made up of two courses to help you develop learning strategies, academic writing, information literacy, research and online learning skills. You will have a mentor for your fi rst course to support your learning. For your second course you will choose an area of interest like business, communication, environment, psychology, information and library studies or social work. When you successfully complete the second course, you will achieve the Open Polytechnic Certificate in Tertiary Study Skills and have one course towards an Open Polytechnic qualifi cation at Level 5 or above. QUALIFICATION STRUCTURE To successfully achieve the Open Polytechnic Certificate in Tertiary Study Skills you need to complete TSS444 Tertiary Study Skills and one elective course. View the qualifi cation page on our website for more information or contact us. See the last page of this brochure for contact details. 16

19 Management diplomas DIPLOMA IN APPLIED MANAGEMENT Qualification code: OP5206 Level: 5 This diploma introduces aspiring managers and team leaders to a range of management techniques. If you are already working as a manager, the diploma provides a pathway to a qualifi cation that will recognise your existing knowledge and skills. Once you ve completed the Diploma in Applied Management you can credit relevant courses to a Bachelor of Business. You must choose Organisations and Management unless you have already studied an introductory management course. Contact us for more information. See the last page of this brochure for contact details. MANAGEMENT DIPLOMAS This qualifi cation is also available under the Bachelor of Applied Management. QUALIFICATION STRUCTURE CODE CORE S LEVEL Human Resource Management Applied Management * Organisations and Management OR Organisational Behaviour Business Computing OR Principles of Records Management Business Communication OR Professional and Technical Writing PLUS ONE OF THE FOLLOWING The Economic Environment Personal and Organisational Learning Accessing Information Global Environmental Studies Sustainability and New Zealand Relationship and Communication Management Aotearoa New Zealand Society 5 * Business Computing has replaced Information Systems. Either course may be used for completion of this qualifi cation. 17

20 GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN BUSINESS (OP7411) AND GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS (OP7412) Level: 7 The Open Polytechnic Graduate Certifi cate in Business and Graduate Diploma in Business are designed for people who have an undergraduate degree and want to develop knowledge and skills for a business or management role. You can study courses within the disciplines of accountancy, fi nance, management, business, marketing, and quality, including those specifi ed for chartered accountants or associate chartered accountants certifi cation. Specifi ed papers that you need to complete for Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand membership can be studied as part of the Graduate Certifi cate/diploma in Business. Both qualifi cations will give you the prerequisite knowledge needed for postgraduate study in a business related discipline, including the skills to: understand a variety of business concepts, processes and procedures relevant to public and private organisations identify opportunities, solve problems and achieve business objectives select and apply appropriate qualitative and/or quantitative techniques. Note: You must have an undergraduate degree to gain admission into the Graduate Certifi cate in Business. QUALIFICATION STRUCTURE To be awarded with the Graduate Certifi cate in Business, you must successfully complete three courses from the list below, with at least two at Level 7. You then need to complete an additional three courses (at least two at Level 7) to be awarded the Graduate Diploma in Business. Please note: We recommend that you study Level 6 accounting courses before studying any at Level CODE LEVEL Financial Accounting Management Accounting Business Ethics Accounting Information Systems Business Finance Corporate and Finance Law Employment Law Human Resource Management Employment Relations Marketing Operations Management Applied Management Leadership Organisational Behaviour Information Management Advanced Financial Accounting Advanced Management Accounting Auditing Taxation Marketing Management Quality Management Strategic Human Resource Applications Managing Change Strategic Management Strategic Human Resource Development Project Management Social Informatics 7

21 GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT Qualification code: OP7210 Level: 7 This diploma is for people who want to improve their skills and knowledge and develop the ability to think and manage strategically. When you fi nish the qualifi cation, you will be able to take a long-term systemic view of organisations, analyse the strategic environment in which they operate, assess and select suitable strategic options and implement strategic change. To be admitted to the diploma you will need to have an undergraduate degree. You can enrol either in this Level 7 diploma or in a Bachelor of Business majoring in Management, but not in both. MANAGEMENT DIPLOMAS QUALIFICATION STRUCTURE CODE CORE S LEVEL Business Ethics Leadership Managing Change Strategic Management 7 PLUS TWO OF THE FOLLOWING Marketing Management Quality Management Project Management Communication Management 7 19

22 GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTING Qualification code: OP7203 Level: 7 To be admitted into the Graduate Diploma in Professional Accounting qualifi cation, you must have an undergraduate degree. You may study the Graduate Diploma in Professional Accounting if you have an overseas degree and you are doing additional courses for Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand membership or if you have a business degree with a non accounting major. Please note that Level 7 accounting courses have prerequisites. You will need to complete a maximum of two Level 6 courses and at least one Level 7 elective. QUALIFICATION STRUCTURE This diploma is made up of six courses. These cannot be courses that are already credited towards your Bachelor of Business. CODE CORE S LEVEL Advanced Management Accounting Auditing Taxation 7 GROUP 2 CHOOSE TWO S FROM THIS GROUP Financial Accounting Management Accounting Accounting Information Systems Business Finance Corporate and Finance Law Employment Law Human Resource Management Employment Relations Marketing Operations Management Applied Management Business Environment Analysis Principles of Information Management Intercultural Communication Interpersonal Communication Organisational Communication Reputation Management Writing for Specifi c Purposes Coastal and Marine Management Resource Management Act and Local Government Act Conservation and Natural Resources Law Environmental Monitoring and Reporting 6 20

23 72296 Environmental Impact Assessment Social Psychology Brain and Behaviour Thought, Memory and Language Research Methods and Interpretation Social Science in Action: Investigating the Information Society 6 GROUP 3 CHOOSE ONE FROM THIS GROUP Advanced Financial Accounting Marketing Management 7 GRADUATE ACCOUNTING DIPLOMA Quality Management Strategic Human Resource Applications Managing Change Strategic Human Resources Development Database Management Systems (offered for the last time in Trimester 1, 2015) Information Systems and Technology Management (offered for the last time in Trimester 1, 2015) Project Management Data Communications and Computer Networks (offered for the last time in Trimester 2, 2015) Future Trends and Emerging Technologies Mass Communication Communication Management Global Communication Information Issues Policy and Planning for Information Services Environmental Management Systems and Strategies Environment and the Economy Environmental Perspectives and The Media 7 21

24 GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT Qualification code: OP7208 Level: 7 This diploma is suited to people who need a qualifi cation that focuses on human resource management and who already have a degree in another discipline. To be admitted to the Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management, you will need to have an undergraduate degree. You can enrol either in this Level 7 diploma or in a Bachelor of Business majoring in Human Resource Management, but not in both. QUALIFICATION STRUCTURE CODE CORE S LEVEL Employment Relations Organisational Behaviour Strategic Human Resource Applications Managing Change Strategic Human Resource Development Project Management 7 22

25 New Zealand Institute of Management (NZIM) diplomas While enrolled in the Bachelor of Business qualifi cation you may be able to complete the NZIM Diploma in Management at the same time. You will need to register for this with the New Zealand Institute of Management. You must complete NZIM qualifi cations within 10 years of your fi rst enrolment. NZIM PO Box 67 Wellington 6142 Phone: (04) Fax: (04) Website: nzim.co.nz NEW ZEALAND INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT (NZIM) DIPLOMAS If you have already partially completed NZIM qualifi cations at another organisation and wish to transfer them to Open Polytechnic for completion under the Bachelor of Business qualifi cation, you will need to have your intended course of study approved by both Open Polytechnic and NZIM. The NZIM Diploma in Management is also offered under the New Zealand Diploma in Business. Please note that the course selection is different and most courses will not cross-credit to the Bachelor of Business degree. NZIM DIPLOMA IN MANAGEMENT QUALIFICATION STRUCTURE CODE CORE S LEVEL Leadership Organisations and Management Business Communication Applied Management 6 PLUS TWO OF Accounting Introduction to Commercial Law * Business Computing Statistical Analysis 5 * Business Computing has replaced Information Systems. Either course may be used for completion of this qualifi cation. 23

26 NZIM DIPLOMA IN MANAGEMENT (ADVANCED) After graduating with a NZIM Diploma in Management you can work towards the NZIM Diploma in Management (Advanced). QUALIFICATION STRUCTURE The NZIM Diploma in Management (Advanced) is made up of eight courses. However, if you have graduated from the revised NZIM Diploma in Management, which includes 630 Leadership and Applied Management, you only need to pass six courses to complete the NZIM Diploma in Management (Advanced). CODE CORE S LEVEL Leadership Applied Management 6 PLUS ONE OF THE FOLLOWING Quality Management Strategic Management Project Management 7 PLUS FIVE OF THE FOLLOWING Management Accounting Business Ethics Human Resource Management Employment Relations Marketing Operations Management Managing Change 7 24

27 Information systems and technology CERTIFICATE IN WEB DESIGN AND WRITING Qualification code: OP5266 Level: 5 This certifi cate provides the knowledge and skills required to research, plan and develop a small functional website for use as either a business or communication tool. When you have completed this qualifi cation, you will be able to: work as part of a web design and maintenance project team to produce and maintain a collection of web documents develop web pages that validate to the latest World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) standard recommendations use web authoring tools to create websites that are easy to access and navigate INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY write clear and effective web content by using the right style, tools and techniques make effective use of the web as a communication tool. QUALIFICATION STRUCTURE You need to successfully complete both courses to be awarded this qualifi cation. You can study them in any order. CODE LEVEL Web Design Writing for the Web 5 Plan your qualification online with My Study Plan It s easy to start planning your Certificate in Web Design and Writing with our fun and interactive online planning tool called My Study Plan. You can use the tool to plan what courses to study and when. To create your study plan today, visit openpolytechnic.ac.nz/mystudyplan 25

28 GENERAL INFORMATION Assessment We measure your progress and determine whether you have achieved the learning outcomes of your course through assessments such as essays, reports, projects, and examinations. There are two types of assessment: Formative assessment involves activities and feedback designed to improve learning. This is not used to decide your fi nal result. Summative assessment counts towards your fi nal result. Some courses also have a 3-hour fi nal examination. To be eligible to sit the fi nal examination you must fi nish all the summative in-course assessments by their due date. For some courses you will need to attend contact sessions or assessment workshops while other courses have voluntary contact sessions (depending upon demand). Check our website for details. To pass each course, you must: Submit all your summative in-course assessments by their due date. Score at least 40% in the fi nal examination (if the course has a fi nal examination). Receive a fi nal mark of at least 50% of the total possible marks for the course. Assessment varies for each course. Full details will be in the course information, which is sent to you when you enrol. EXAMINATIONS We have examination venues throughout New Zealand. You will be allocated a venue closest to your home address. Before you choose the courses that you want to enrol in, check that you can attend the examination, because examination times and dates cannot be changed. Examination dates and times are listed on our website. SITTING EXAMS OUTSIDE NEW ZEALAND If you are, or will be, living overseas at the time of the examination, you will need to arrange a suitable examination venue and an appropriate supervisor. We will contact you eight weeks before the examination to help you make these arrangements. Any costs relating to the overseas venue and supervision will be your responsibility, including the costs associated with your supervisor returning your completed examination paper to us by courier. Note: A fee may apply if you need to sit your examination overseas and did not pay the international handling fee at the time of enrolment. SPECIAL ASSISTANCE FOR EXAMINATIONS If you need special arrangements to enable you to sit an examination, we may be able to help. Download and return the Application for Special Assistance form, from openpolytechnic.ac.nz/specialassistance We will need your application form at least six weeks before your examination. The more notice we have, the more likely it is we will be able to help you. If you would like to discuss your needs, contact us by ing [email protected] Admission requirements You require one of the following: At least 60 credits at NCEA Level 3. Passes in Level 5 courses that are recognised in New Zealand. An overseas qualifi cation assessed to be equivalent to one of these by the programme leader. Passes in other certifi cate/diploma qualifi cations or courses considered appropriate by the programme leader. If you don't meet these criteria, please contact us. We will then consider the likelihood of you being successful based on your prior learning and/or other qualifi cations. ENGLISH LANGUAGE English is the language of study at Open Polytechnic. You will need to be able to read and write well in English so that you can understand course materials and also submit written assessments. There are criteria that must be met if English is not your fi rst language. For more information about English language requirements, please call freephone or visit openpolytechnic.ac.nz/englishlanguage COMPUTER AND ONLINE ACCESS Given the signifi cance of computer usage in modern business and organisational settings, it is important that you develop strong computer competencies. You will need access to a computer because: your in-course assessments need to be word-processed and submitted online many courses require computers as an integral part of the course work some courses have assessable components that require participation in discussion forums on the Online Campus important information such as newsletters and assessment feedback are sent electronically. 26

29 See Appendix 1 for more information and the computer requirements. If you do not have access to a computer and the internet please contact us to discuss your study options. Study time For all Bachelor of Business courses you will need to complete hours of study per week. Set texts You will need to buy set texts. These are an additional cost and are not included in your course fees. A full list of set texts can be found on our website. Texts can be bought online via a link on the course page on our website. Alternatively, you can go to vicbooks.co.nz and click on the Open Polytechnic link. Fees Fees are displayed on each course and qualifi cation page on our website. Visit openpolytechnic.ac.nz and browse our subjects and courses to fi nd the fee information you need. Loans, allowances and other funding Student loans and allowances are administered by StudyLink. We recommend that you apply for a student loan at least four weeks before the trimester starts. We cannot confi rm your enrolment or send your course materials until your fees have been paid. For more information, or to fi nd out if you re eligible for a student loan, visit studylink.govt.nz or give StudyLink a call on FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE We have a fund to help students who are in fi nancial need and have no other option for fi nancial support. This fund is available for course fees and/or set textbooks. Conditions apply. Contact us for more information. See the last page of this brochure for contact details. SCHOLARSHIPS We also offer a range of scholarships to support students. Visit openpolytechnic.ac.nz/scholarships for more information. Enrolment You can enrol online from our website. Visit openpolytechnic.ac.nz/howtoenrol for more information. You will be advised if additional information is needed to progress your application, and you can usually complete this online during the application process. Please check the key dates section at the beginning of this brochure for enrolment deadlines for each trimester. We recommend you begin your studies at Level 5 and work your way up through the levels. If you are considering doing more than one course per trimester, please send us a copy of your previous successful full-time study record at degree level (Level 5 or stage 1 university). RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING (RPL) RPL is the process used to recognise your existing experience and skills in formal qualifi cations. RPL takes account of work and life experience, and previous education and training courses which may be relevant to your course. You may be able to use RPL to qualify for credits towards papers in a formal qualifi cation with us. If your application is accepted you will need to provide verifi ed evidence that you have met the learning outcomes of the course you are seeking credit for. For more information visit openpolytechnic.ac.nz/rpl NEW ZEALAND STUDENTS A New Zealand Student is any New Zealand citizen, including citizens or permanent residents of the Cook Islands, Tokelau or Niue studying there or in New Zealand; New Zealand residents or New Zealand permanent residents living in New Zealand; and Australian citizens or Australian permanent residents living in New Zealand. For more information contact us see the last page of this brochure for contact details. INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS International students who are residing in New Zealand and studying part-time must have a verifi ed work permit/visa. Please note the expiry date must be after the end date of your course. You also need to have one of the following: A Variation of Conditions allowing study at Open Polytechnic. A letter of authorisation from your employer (on letterhead) confirming that you need to undertake this training as part of your job. International fees must be paid in full at the time of enrolment. GENERAL INFORMATION 27

30 OVERSEAS HANDLING FEE If you live overseas, you will need to pay an extra international handling charge. The amount of this fee will depend on where you live. The overseas handling fee will be added to your course fees when you enrol. LOCATION CHARGE PER TRIMESTER Australia $50 South Pacific region $70 East Asia and North America $95 Europe $105 Rest of the world $120 CROSS CREDITS AND CREDIT TRANSFER If you have already passed some courses (either through us or another tertiary provider) that you think will exempt you from having to do some parts of a qualifi cation, you can apply for cross-credit or credit transfer. You will need to provide evidence that you have already met the learning outcomes of the course you want credit for. You can apply for cross-credit and credit transfer after you have enrolled. Cross-credits may be specifi ed or unspecifi ed. A specifi ed credit means the content, level and learning outcomes of the course or qualifi cation you have already completed closely matches one of our courses. An unspecifi ed credit is where you have an unrelated course or qualifi cation from another recognised tertiary institution and want to apply for unspecifi ed credit towards our qualifi cation. We will decide how many credits will be awarded, and at what level. Unspecifi ed credits may only be used to replace elective courses within a qualifi cation. The number of unspecifi ed credits will depend on the degree and major you are studying. Please contact us for advice. See the last page of this brochure for contact details. The most cross-credits allowed is up to two-thirds of a degree (12 20-credit courses), up to half of a diploma (3 20-credit courses), and one course per certifi cate. You cannot gain partial cross-credit for a course, and you cannot cross-credit to Level 7 courses. You may receive some informal advice about which courses might cross-credit. That advice is for guidance only and does not guarantee the award of cross-credits. Learning support YOUR LECTURER You will have a lecturer for each course that you study. Your lecturer is there to help you through the coursework, make sure you have understood the study material, and check your progress. You can contact your lecturer on our freephone or by , fax or letter. Their contact details will be in the information we send you when you enrol. STUDENT INFORMATION You can fi nd current enrolment and study information on our website including details of our systems and processes and the services we offer. For more information visit openpolytechnic.ac.nz/studywithus TE WÄHANGA WHAKAPAKARI AKO (THE LEARNING CENTRE) Te Wähanga Whakapakari Ako (The Learning Centre) can help you with a wide range of learning support services and resources. These include: Tips and techniques to help you succeed in online and distance learning One-to-one consultations with a learning advisor (telephone or ) StudyWise and ExamWise which are free online study and exam preparation workshops Disability services A student mentoring programme. For more information visit openpolytechnic.ac.nz/learningsupport TE KURA WÄNANGA (THE MÄORI OFFICE) Te Kura Wänanga (The Mäori Offi ce) can help you with your learning and cultural needs in a Kaupapa Mäori context. We use Mäori values and principles to enhance your learning journey. For more information visit openpolytechnic.ac.nz/maorisupport MY OPEN POLYTECHNIC My Open Polytechnic is our online portal for our students. With My Open Polytechnic you can: update your details view your study information track the status of your materials access your assessment submission deadlines, marks and fi nal grades for each course check your account balance access Online Campus and the library. Once you re enrolled, you can also keep track of your study information on the go with the My Open Polytechnic smartphone app called My OP. To download the app, search for My OP on the App Store (Apple iphone) or Google Play Store (Android smartphone). These come pre-installed on your smartphone. 28

31 ONLINE CAMPUS The Online Campus is the area of our website where you can: access and submit assessments link to web pages specifi c to your course, including frequently asked questions (FAQ), assessment hints, web resources, staff information and sometimes online quizzes and tutorials communicate with other students in your course, and with your lecturer or tutor GENERAL INFORMATION access the library download past exam papers. LIBRARY We provide a library service for students. There is no additional fee for using it. The library service provides: online resources guides on how to search for information a distance lending service with free and fast delivery information about study techniques. For more information about the library visit openpolytechnic.ac.nz/oplibrary Further study For information on other courses and qualifi cations available at Open Polytechnic, visit our website or contact us. Open Polytechnic degree graduates can continue their education with postgraduate studies at another tertiary education institution. Normally graduates wishing to enrol in a graduate or postgraduate programme at a tertiary education institution other than the one from which they graduate must apply for and negotiate a place in that programme. Applications are considered individually. We will support your application by providing appropriate and relevant information. Contact us to fi nd out more. 29

32 APPENDIX 1: COMPUTER REQUIREMENTS To study the Bachelor of Business degree at Open Polytechnic, you need to be able to do the following: send and receive s access and contribute to the Online Campus discussion forums download documents research online submit your work to us online in the formats specifi ed in your course. Note: The software you use must allow you to save your work in these specifi ed formats. For some courses you may also need specialised software (e.g. MYOB, MS Access), a DVD drive and a printer. See individual course descriptions for details. Note: We use Microsoft software and the resources we provide for your study are in this format. If you need to buy software, you can buy it at a special academic price from most software retailers (generally about a third of the normal retail cost). You will need proof you have been accepted into a course. Your letter confi rming your enrolment will provide this. There is a list of Microsoft software retailers at microsoft.com/nz/retailers HELP We have a helpdesk that can give you technical help or support. You can our helpdesk at [email protected]. Please include your name and student number in the message. 30

33 APPENDIX 2: DEFINITIONS Certificate: A qualifi cation of study made up of courses, with a minimum credit value of 40 credits. Programme leader: Responsible for the content maintenance of the courses and for teaching and supporting students. Degree qualification: A programme of study made up of courses, with a minimum credit value of 360 credits. Core course: A compulsory course within a qualifi cation. Degree course: A course of study that is worth 20 or 60 credits at Level 5, 6 or 7 of the NZQA Framework and is part of an Open Polytechnic degree qualifi cation. APPENDICES Double major: A degree qualifi cation consisting of 400 credits, and which constitutes two defi ned areas of specialisation. Elective course: A non-compulsory course. You choose from a list of elective courses to make up credits to fi nish your qualifi cation. In most degree programmes you choose these courses from any Open Polytechnic degree qualifi cation. You may also use degree-level courses from other recognised tertiary institutions, subject to cross-credit approval. Major course: A course that constitutes a defi ned area of specialisation within a specifi c degree qualifi cation. Single major: A degree qualifi cation consisting of 360 credits, and constituting a defi ned area of specialisation. Unspecified major: A single major available within the Bachelor of Business qualifi cation without a specifi c major. Diploma: A 120-credit qualifi cation that constitutes a defi ned area of specialisation. Lecturer: Teaches students, provides study support, advice and feedback and marks assessments. NZQA Framework: NZQA Level 5 is equivalent to a stage 1 university course at 100 Level. NZQA Level 6 is equivalent to a stage 2 university course at 200 Level. NZQA Level 7 is equivalent to a stage 3 university course at 300 Level. Prerequisite: A course that needs to be passed or a set of skills and knowledge that needs to be demonstrated before you can enrol in a course. Trimester: A period in which a 20-credit course is studied, including the examination cycle. Note that some courses are taught over periods longer than one trimester. 31

34 APPENDIX 3: CROSS-CREDIT ARRANGEMENTS FROM NEW ZEALAND DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS Open Polytechnic has a pathway for graduates of the New Zealand Diploma in Business (see Appendix 4). Our website has more information and an application form. New Zealand Diploma in Business (Version 2 and 3) NZDIPBUS S DEGREE CREDITS 400/ Accounting Principles AND Accounting Practices Accounting 510 Introduction to Commercial Law Introduction to Commercial Law 520 The Economic Environment The Economic Environment 530 Organisations and Management Organisations and Management Fundamentals of Marketing AND Buyer Behaviour and Communication Strategies OR Marketing Planning and Control Marketing 550 Business Computing 71155* Business Computing 560 Business Communication Business Communication 1 x Level 6 New Zealand Diploma in Business course Level 5 unspecifi ed 603 Business Finance Business Finance 630 Leadership Leadership 632 Operations Management Operations Management 633 Human Resource Management Human Resource Management 635 Employment Relations Employment Relations 636 Applied Management Applied Management If you gained the New Zealand Diploma in Business course through a cross-credit, the original source of the cross-credit will be used to determine whether you are eligible for a cross-credit to the Bachelor of Business degree. For a course to be eligible for a cross-credit, you must have a 50% (C) pass or better. * Business Computing has replaced Information Systems. Either course may be used for completion of this qualifi cation. 32

35 APPENDIX 4: FAST TRACK TO SUCCESS WITH OUR BACHELOR OF BUSINESS PATHWAY PROGRAMME If you ve graduated with the New Zealand Diploma in Business, you have the opportunity to fast track to a Bachelor of Business through our Advanced Standing Pathway programme. STILL NEED TO COMPLETE SOME S? If you have not completed the following courses in your New Zealand Diploma in Business you can still apply for this programme. All you need to do is complete the corresponding Bachelor of Business course shown in the table below. GENERAL INFORMATION If you need assistance, please give us a call, we re here to help. NEW ZEALAND DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS BACHELOR OF BUSINESS 100/400/500 Accounting Principles Accounting 110/510 Introduction to Commercial Law Introduction to Commercial Law 120/520 The Economic Environment The Economic Environment 130/530 Organisations and Management Organisations and Management 150/550 Computer Concepts/Business Computing Business Computing 140/560 Business Communication Business Communication 160/430 Statistics and Financial Mathematics for Business Statistical Analysis WHAT YOU LL NEED TO DO To complete a Bachelor of Business under the Advanced Standing Pathway programme you will need to choose a major and complete the following courses listed under the major you select. Please see below for options: Business Ethics Accounting Information Systems Organisational Behaviour Advanced Financial Accounting Advanced Management Accounting Auditing Taxation ACCOUNTING (SEVEN S) PLUS If you have not completed 101/501 Accounting Practices, 201/601 Financial Accounting and 202/602 Management Accounting under the New Zealand Diploma in Business you need to complete the relevant Bachelor of Business course. If you wish to satisfy CA requirements for Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand membership, you must also complete Corporate and Finance Law and Business Finance (if you did not complete 603 Business Finance in your New Zealand Diploma in Business). 33

36 MANAGEMENT (SIX S) Business Ethics Organisational Behaviour Strategic Management PLUS THREE OF Marketing Management Quality Management Strategic Human Resource Applications Managing Change Strategic Human Resource Development Project Management If you have not completed 141/541 Fundamentals of Marketing, 233/633 Human Resource Management and two of the following courses: 230/630 Leadership, 232/632 Operations Management or 236/636 Applied Management under the New Zealand Diploma in Business, you need to complete the relevant Bachelor of Business course Business Ethics Employment Law Organisational Behaviour Strategic Human Resource Applications Managing Change Strategic Management Strategic Human Resources Development HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (SEVEN S) If you have not completed 141/541 Fundamentals of Marketing, 233/633 Human Resource Management and 235/635 Employment Relations under the New Zealand Diploma in Business, you need to complete the relevant Bachelor of Business course. 34

37 71203 Business Ethics ACCOUNTING AND MANAGEMENT DOUBLE MAJOR (NINE S) Accounting Information Systems Organisational Behaviour Advanced Financial Accounting Strategic Management PLUS TWO OF Advanced Management Accounting Auditing Taxation PLUS TWO OF Marketing Management Quality Management Strategic Human Resource Applications Managing Change Project Management APPENDICES If you have not completed 101/501 Accounting Practices, 141/541 Fundamentals of Marketing, 201/601 Financial Accounting, 202/602 Management Accounting and 233/633 Human Resource Management under the New Zealand Diploma in Business, you need to complete the relevant Bachelor of Business course. Unspecified major If you wish to complete a Bachelor of Business with an unspecifi ed major please give us a call on to discuss, as the study requirements will differ depending on which courses you have already completed in the New Zealand Diploma in Business. Next steps To fast track your study, apply for admission. You can do this by applying online at openpolytechnic.ac.nz/businesspathway We will review your application and be in touch to let you know the next steps. Once your application for admission has been accepted, you can enrol in the Bachelor of Business with advanced standing. You will have fi ve years to complete a single major and six years to complete a double major from the date of your fi rst enrolment in the programme. We re here to help To fi nd out more about the Advanced Standing Pathway programme or if you require any assistance with your application please contact us on or [email protected] 35

38 APPENDIX 5: CROSS-CREDIT ARRANGEMENTS FROM NEW ZEALAND LAW SOCIETY LEGAL EXECUTIVE DIPLOMA If you have completed the New Zealand Law Society Legal Executive Diploma (Level 6) you may apply to be awarded the following courses as cross-credits towards the Bachelor of Business (unspecifi ed): CODE LEVEL Introduction to Commercial Law Unspecifi ed credit Unspecifi ed credit Unspecifi ed credit Unspecifi ed credit Unspecifi ed credit 6 To complete a Bachelor of Business (unspecifi ed major), you need to pass the following eight core courses. CODE LEVEL Accounting or Finance for Managers The Economic Environment Organisations and Management Business Communication * Business Computing Statistical Analysis Business Ethics Organisational Behaviour 6 And four courses at Level 7 from the following. CODE LEVEL Quality Management Strategic Human Resource Applications Managing Change Strategic Management Project Management 7 * Business Computing has replaced Information Systems. Either course may be used for completion of this qualifi cation. 36

39 APPENDIX 6: MEMBERSHIP OF CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS COLLEGE (CA) AND ASSOCIATE CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS COLLEGE (ACA) WITH CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND* (FORMERLY NZICA) APPENDICES * Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand is a trading name for the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia (ABN ) and the New Zealand Institute of Chartered Accountants see charteredaccountantsanz.com for more information. Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand requirements include a three year degree, which for Open Polytechnic students is covered by completing the Bachelor of Business degree majoring in accounting, with the specifi c courses listed below. All courses are compulsory. There are no electives for students who want to become a member of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand. CODE LEVEL Accounting Introduction to Commercial Law The Economic Environment Organisations and Management * Business Computing Business Communication Statistical Analysis Financial Accounting Management Accounting Business Ethics Accounting Information Systems Business Finance Corporate and Finance Law Organisational Behaviour Advanced Financial Accounting Advanced Management Accounting Auditing Taxation 7 Note: Business Computing has replaced Information Systems. Either course may be used for completion of your qualifi cation. Chartered Accountants College (CA): Once you have completed the Bachelor of Business and have become a Provisional Chartered Accountant, you will be required to complete the Chartered Accountants Programme which includes four technical modules and a capstone module. Associate Chartered Accountants College (ACA): Once you have completed the Bachelor of Business and have become a Provisional Associate Chartered Accountant, you will be required to complete the Professional Ethics course. Full details of CA and ACA membership requirements are available at charteredaccountantsanz.com 37

40 APPENDIX 7: MEMBERSHIP OF CERTIFIED PRACTICING ACCOUNTANTS (CPA) AUSTRALIA The accounting major in the Bachelor of Business is also accredited by CPA Australia, an Australian professional accounting body. CPA Australia has more than 122,000 members around the world. Globally, it is one of the largest associations of fi nance, accounting and business professionals. The fi rst step to obtaining membership of CPA Australia is to complete an accredited degree programme. This is followed by completion of the CPA programme and three years of mentored practical experience. By completing the courses specifi ed below you will be able to satisfy both our degree requirements and those of CPA. Further information about CPA Australia can be obtained from their website: cpacareers.com.au BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ACCOUNTING MAJOR TO MEET CPA PROGRAMME STRUCTURE CODE LEVEL CORE S Accounting Introduction to Commercial Law The Economic Environment Organisations and Management * Business Computing Business Communication Statistical Analysis Financial Accounting Management Accounting Business Ethics Accounting Information Systems Corporate and Finance Law Organisational Behaviour Advanced Financial Accounting Business Finance Auditing Taxation Strategic Management OR Advanced Management Accounting 7 * Business Computing has replaced Information Systems. Either course may be used for completion of this qualifi cation. 38

41 CROSS CREDIT/CREDIT TRANSFER Important information original signed copy of your Academic Transcript Personal details Print clearly using a black or blue ball point pen Print your full legal name Cross credit/credit transfer (Refer to Important Notes). Office use only day month year day month year Financial details Overseas qualifications only see Important Information above How are you paying for your cross credit/credit transfer if applicable? Tick appropriate boxes day month year day month year day month year day month year month year AcRegV

42 Application for Cross Credit/Credit Transfer Instructions: Students please complete columns (1 7) Columns 1 5 refer to the course you wish to transfer credits from Columns 6 & 7 refer to the course you want credited Course Number Course Name Received at (Institution) Year Grade Open Polytechnic Course Number Open Polytechnic Course Name For Open Polytechnic use only 2 AcRegV

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