This qualification allows you to complete the New Zealand Institute of Chartered Accountants academic requirements for Associate Chartered Accountants membership. With our practical, applied education experience, you are well prepared to move into the professional accounting environment having studied accounting to an advanced level. You will gain business knowledge in business computing, commercial law, economics, marketing and management. Other study includes communication, business, heritage culture and sustainability. On completion of this academic programme as specified by NZICA graduates will also be required to complete: 1 year's general practical experience 1 year's specified practical experience under the guidance of an NZICA registered mentor a professional competence programme .

Associated chartered accountants are well placed within the profession to work for chartered accountants in public practice, as financial and business analysts or advisors, and in management roles.