This document provides information about course offerings at BEST Pacific Institute of Education. It summarizes several qualifications and career opportunities across various schools, including: - Business, computing and enterprise courses in areas like retail, business, IT, freight and logistics, leading to roles in customer service, administration, IT support, and freight forwarding. - Performing arts diploma providing training in areas like acting, dance, and Pacific performance, preparing students for careers in dance, theatre, television and media. - Foundation education certificate as the first step towards becoming an early childhood or primary school teacher. - Christian studies certificate for personal growth and pathways to church ministry, community leadership, and further study.

1. best pacific
tertiary
programmes
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2. a community of learning
like no other
b e s t p a c i f i c i n s t i t u t e o f e d u c a t i o n

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learning like no other
At our tertiary schools we offer courses and programmes that are interactive, flexible and
cover a wide range of qualifications and career opportunities to suit your needs and meet the
needs of current employment markets.
Our excellent academic record stands for itself, but BEST stands for so much more. We
believe that education is a journey involving partnership, support, creativity, imagination and
discovery. It’s not enough to “know” anymore. It’s our job to foster and develop the skills every
student will need to navigate the changing world.
Whilst studying, our professional team of career advisors will help you find employment during
and after you study. They work with you to understand your strengths and weaknesses,
develop your CV and prepare for job interviews. Further as a BEST graduate you will have
access to the team whenever you need them, even after you have finished your studies.
This is a learning environment like no other, where we support and guide you through your
journey of learning. With our Fresh-e system you can also keep in contact with tutors and
student coaches through online learning. If university or further education is what you strive
for, then make your start at BEST. Together we’ll get you to where you want to be.
We are a community of learning like no other!

4. school of business,
enterprise & technology
TRAVEL & TOURISM / RETAIL / BUSINESS / FREIGHT / COMPUTING

5. Certificate in Retail and Business Level 4
Certificate in Business Administration Level 4
Certificate in Information Technology Level 4
Certificate in Freight Forwarding Level 4
National Diploma in Business Level 5
Diploma in Computing Level 5
Customer service is a key part of every business. It is the privilege to provide care and support
to customers help make their experience a good one. Prepare yourself for the fast changing
industry with our specialized Retail and Business course.
Opportunities to work in Retail, Warehousing, a Store Supervisor, Customer Services and Sales
Our business administration programme is designed to prepare and up skill you as you take
your next step into the corporate business world.
Opportunities to work in Administration, Accounts, banking, Personal Assistant and Communications
During your studies, working in partnership with Local employer groups, we focus our courses
on teaching you skill which meet the requirements of the current I.T industry. The course will
cover a wide spectrum of nationally recognised units.
Opportunities to work in I.T Support, Network support, Hardware Support
Logistics is a vital part of New Zealand’s economy. This course will give you an insight into the
process of freight transport its functions and also broaden your knowledge of the industry as
you move into a career in freight.
Opportunities to work in Import, Export, Customs and Freight forwarding
Whether it is your calling to become part of a business or to start your own, this course will
enhance your knowledge and give you the confidence you need as you move up the ladder in
the world of business.
Opportunities to work in Management role, Finance, Sales and Marketing, HR (Human Resources),
Communications, business, Employment Relations
During your studies, working in partnership with Local employer groups, we focus our courses
on teaching you skill which meet the requirements of the current I.T industry. The course will
cover a wide spectrum of nationally recognised units.
Opportunities to work in Network Administrator, Server Administrator, Network Analyst
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6. PIPA
PACIFIC INSTITUTE OF
PERFORMING ARTS
DANCING / ACTING / DIRECTI NG / BEHIND THE SCENES

7. Certificate in Screen and Performing Arts Level 3
Diploma in pacific Performing Arts Level 5
career opportunities:
Dance
Theatre
Acting
Television
Media
As a Diploma in Pacific Performing Arts student you could spend two years studying
Acting
Dance
Pacific Performance and Culture
Just some of the areas covered in the Diploma course include, acting theory and technique,
voice, movement, contemporary dance, hip hop, Kapa haka, Pacific dance (Hula, Siva Samoa,
Tau’olunga, Tahitian and more), Pacific culture and history and professional management.
Students will have the opportunity to perform in a number of public performances including
plays, dance productions and created solo performances.
This is a foundation course that gives students an introduction to various areas within the
Performing Arts
Including:
Film Making – camera work, script writing, editing
Performance Skills - Drama and dance, devised theatre
Production and Design Skills - Lighting, makeup, set and costume design

8. school of strategic
workforce development
foundation education (teaching)

9. Certificate in Foundation Education
(Teaching) Level 4
career opportunities:
Early Childhood Teacher programme
Primary School Teacher programme
Pathway to further education
Start shaping the future of our children at BEST & take your first step towards one of the most
in-demand jobs.
You’ll have the advantage of studying both Early Childhood Education & Primary Education
plus pathway to higher studies & university.
This is a 42-week foundation programme which will give you the skills and knowledge required
to get started on your teaching pathway. The course will cover:
• Sociology
• Literacy and Numeracy
• Principles and practices
• Introduction to Psychology
• Teaching and learning in an education environment.

10. logos
school of
christian studies

11. Certificate in Christian Studies Level 3
career opportunities:
Church Ministry
Community
Leadership
Personal Growth and pathways to further studies
Enjoy the fellowship of other LOGOS students, engage in practical learning experiences, and
deepen your understanding of the Pacific Christian Culture and the Word of God. Enrich your
personal relationship with God and gain knowledge and leadership skills to effectively serve
your own churches and communities.
LOGOS is your stepping stone to higher levels of study, including Diploma programmes.
The Certificate in Christian Studies is held one night a week and meals are provided.
This is a 42-week that will give you the skills and knowledge to strengthen your personal
relationship with God. The course will cover:
• The history of Christianity
• Christian fellowship
• Study of major religions
• Old and New Testaments
• Introduction to Theology and interpreting the Bible
• Christian ethics
• Leading Christian workshops

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Student, Certificate in Freight Forwarding at the BEST Pacific School of
BusinesS, Computing and Enterprise (Freight and Supply Chain Logistics)
That customs officer uniform is firmly in BEST student Eric Feau’s sights as he nears
completion of the Certificate in Freight Forwarding.
It was a career in criminology that first led Eric to study, but he sidelined this as he
welcomed twin boys to his family, shortly followed by a daughter. It was then Eric
started to plan for a future that could offer him the stability and income he needed for
his family along with career satisfaction in a field that still supported his interests.
Moving back to Auckland from Sydney, Eric enrolled in the Certificate in Freight
Forwarding in June last year. It didn’t take long for him to feel right at home.
“It wasn’t what I expected to be honest. I love it at BEST, there are also coordinators and
good tutors. The large number of Pacific students here made me feel more
comfortable and not intimidated. I could just be myself. I understand that I have to work
from the bottom to get to the top, but being at BEST has given me the confidence to go
into the workforce.”
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT eric feau

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Graduate, Certificate in Business Administration level 4.
Graduate, national diploma in business level 5
sales representative, spark
Helen Tuivaiti wanted to get off a benefit and into paid employment. With three small
children and an extended family to support, Helen knew that for her family to improve
their future prospects, she needed to get not just any job, but a job where she could
learn, improve and grow.
Helen knew that the first step was to get some qualifications under her belt and so
headed to BEST Pacific Institute of Education where she graduated first with a
Certificate in Business Administration, and subsequently with a National Diploma in
Business.
“I can’t quite believe how much my life has changed so much since I got the job here at
Spark. Things were really tough before. Now the hours I work are really good; I can drop
my kids off at school every day, and am home in time at night to help them with their
homework. And we can actually save, which is such a good feeling.”
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT helen tuivaiti

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Graduate, Certificate in Business Administration level 4.
current student, national Diploma in Business LEVEL 5
In the back of her mind, Jane always knew she would take up business studies, but
wanted to wait until her children were settled in school. A close church friend of Jane’s
suggested she enrol at BEST, and with her daughter now at school, and her son able to
attend daycare, Jane felt the time was right to explore her options.
Some years since she had been in a learning environment, the naturally shy Jane felt
nervous on her first day at BEST, but says the warm welcome she received from her
tutors and fellow students meant it wasn’t long before her confidence grew and the
nervousness disappeared.
Jane says her confidence has grown since she joined BEST. “I’m not afraid to speak up
now, to voice my own opinions. I’m much more confident in myself.
“My first impression of BEST was that everyone was friendly and helpful. It had been a
long time since I had been at school - and to be honest I wasn’t much of a school girl back
then. I felt quite nervous, but everyone was so friendly.”
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT jane tufuga

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