This course is perfect for anyone looking to start their own small business or better understand how to manage one successfully. You’ll gain practical, step-by-step knowledge to help you set up and run a business with confidence, even if you have no prior experience with accounting or finance.

You will learn how to:

• Choose the right business structure for your needs

• Understand and apply basic accounting principles

• Set up and manage a cash book to track income, expenses, and GST

• Prepare bank reconciliations with confidence

• Create an Income Statement and Balance Sheet

• Understand Kiwisaver, tax obligations, and filing requirements

By the end of the course, you’ll have the tools and knowledge to handle the financial and operational basics of running your own small business.

Please note: All courses need a minimum number to go ahead. If your course does not have enough enrolments, we regret that we will have to cancel and will let you know by email - please check your emails, including your spam folder, regularly. Courses are usually cancelled, when necessary, 1-2 working days prior to the scheduled start date. Please ensure you are aware of our terms and conditions before completing your enrolment. Note there is NO refund if you cancel less than 5 working days in advance of a class starting.