Course overview
New Zealand Certificate in Financial Services (Level 5) is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in finance & accounting at New Zealand College of Business in Christchurch, New Zealand. It takes 20 weeks (65 credits); strands in investment, residential property lending or banking, with intakes in Monthly (13 start dates in 2026, January to December).
New Zealand College of Business is a private institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | New Zealand College of Business (Private) |
|---|---|
| Location | Christchurch, New Zealand |
| Course | New Zealand Certificate in Financial Services (Level 5) |
| Level | Bachelor's (undergraduate) |
| Subject area | Finance & Accounting |
| Duration | 20 weeks (65 credits); strands in investment, residential property lending or banking |
| Tuition per year | NZ$9,750 (≈ ₹5.3 lakh) |
| Intakes | Monthly (13 start dates in 2026, January to December) |
| English requirement | IELTS Academic 5.5 (no band below 5.0) or equivalent |
Interested in New Zealand Certificate in Financial Services (Level 5)?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is NZ$9,750 a year, about ₹5.3 lakh.
International tuition fee for the 20-week programme, as listed on the enrolment page (fee year not stated, 2026 intakes listed). Plus a NZ$500 first-time administration fee and a NZ$360 programme resource fee.
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In NZD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Homestay (excluding lunch)NZ$400 a week including lunch | NZ$350per week | ≈ ₹18,900 |
| Homestay placement fee | NZ$350one-off | ≈ ₹18,900 |
| Airport pick-upPer person | NZ$100one-off | ≈ ₹5,400 |
Living costs for New Zealand as a whole: NZ$20,000–27,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsCareer outcomes
Job roles
- Investment analyst
- Financial risk analyst
- Stockbroker
- Financial manager
- Corporate investment banker
- Actuary
Employers hiring for these roles worldwide
JPMorgan Chase
Goldman Sachs
Morgan Stanley
HSBC
Barclays
Deutsche Bank
Citi
BlackRock
Santander
Macquarie Group
Eligibility
General entry requirements at New Zealand College of Business for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- NZ Certificate in Financial Services: over 16, with eight NCEA Level 2 English credits or equivalent; applicants 20 or over may be considered on work or life experience after an interview.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS Academic 5.5 (no band below 5.0) or equivalent.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| Graduate Diploma in International Trade | IELTS Academic 6.0, no band below 5.5 (single test report), or equivalent |
| NZ Certificate in Financial Services | IELTS Academic 5.5, no band below 5.0, or equivalent |
| English courses at NZCB | International ESOL (NZ$420–NZ$450 a week) and NZCEL Academic Levels 4 and 5 (NZ$7,520 each) |
Intakes
This course starts in: Monthly (13 start dates in 2026, January to December).
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in New ZealandHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for New Zealand, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Passport detail page
- Highest qualification (Class 12 mark sheet or degree certificate and transcripts)
- IELTS result (if applicable)
- Passport-size photo
- NZCB enrolment form
Scholarships
New Zealand College of Business & ANZ Bank Student Scholarships
All levels
Value: Not stated on the page
Awarded only to NZCB students or graduates.
Official page
About New Zealand College of Business
New Zealand College of Business (NZCB) is a small private institute, registered in 2004, that teaches mainly international students. It is based inside Lincoln University and teaches a Graduate Diploma in International Trade (Level 7), a New Zealand Certificate in Financial Services (Level 5), English language courses (International ESOL and NZCEL Academic) and short Level 2 certificates.
NZCB's Master of Business Administration (Level 9) is listed as 'coming soon, subject to NZQA approval', so it is not open for enrolment yet. Courses longer than three months need a student visa, and NZCB publishes its fees on its enrolment page.
Similar courses
Finance & Accounting courses at other universities in New Zealand
- Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting and Finance)Lincoln University3 years full time · NZ$35,000 / year
- Bachelor of AccountingNelson Marlborough Institute of Technology3 years · NZ$28,170 / year
More courses at New Zealand College of Business
FAQs
What is the fee for New Zealand Certificate in Financial Services (Level 5) at New Zealand College of Business?
The tuition for international students is NZ$9,750 a year (about ₹5.3 lakh). International tuition fee for the 20-week programme, as listed on the enrolment page (fee year not stated, 2026 intakes listed). Plus a NZ$500 first-time administration fee and a NZ$360 programme resource fee. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is New Zealand Certificate in Financial Services (Level 5)?
The course takes 20 weeks (65 credits); strands in investment, residential property lending or banking.
What English score do I need?
IELTS Academic 5.5 (no band below 5.0) or equivalent. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: Monthly (13 start dates in 2026, January to December). Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
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