Bachelor of Applied Management (Accounting - CPA Pathway) in Christchurch New Zealand | Ara Institute of Canterbury

Ara Institute of Canterbury | Christchurch New Zealand
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
NZD 26,000
(c. USD15,121.34)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months

Develop the expert competencies needed to pursue a career as a chartered accountant.
Earning chartered accountant status creates worldwide career opportunities. Our alumni are recognized not just for their technical expertise, but for their ability to contribute immediately. This program holds dual accreditation from CAANZ and CPA.

From year one, you'll concentrate on accounting specialization through core courses covering business communication, commercial law, organizational heritage and sustainability, marketing, information technology, management principles, and practical research methods.

During your final year, you'll complete a cooperative education placement where you'll implement your knowledge in an actual business setting. You'll also conduct an important research initiative for your host company, graduating with valuable professional experience to enhance your resume.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.0

Qualification Requirements

University Entrance: 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,
Numeracy* - 10 credits at Level 1 or above (specified achievement standards, or unit standards 26623, 26626, 26627)
OR New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 4) Ara Business and ICT Pathway or equivalent

Due to Covid-19 disruption, if you studied and achieved NCEA Level 3 during 2020, you only need 12 credits per Level 3 subject (i.e. total of 36 credits). Literacy and Numeracy requirements remain the same

If you have undertaken examinations other than NCEA (e.g. International Baccalaureate, Cambridge Examination), Ara will assess your qualification for academic entry equivalency.

Overall IELTS 6.0 Academic - 5.5 Listening, 5.5 Reading, 5.5 Writing, 5.5 Speaking, TOEFL Internet-based test (iBT) - Score of 60 (with a writing score of 18)

Tuition NZD 26,000

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