The NZQA External Evaluation and Review (EER) is a process conducted by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) to assess the performance of non-university tertiary education organisations (TEOs) in New Zealand. It’s essentially an independent quality assurance checkup for institutions offering post-secondary education.

New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) awarded us as a Category 1 Provider in the 2023 External Evaluation Review (EER).

What Does This Mean for Mission Ready?

• High-Quality Education: Achieving Category 1 status underscores Mission Ready’s commitment to delivering a high-quality education. Candidates can have confidence that they are choosing an institution that meets or exceeds rigorous educational standards.
  
• Reputation and Trust: For partners and stakeholders, Mission Ready’s Category 1 rating solidifies the institution’s reputation as a trusted and reliable education provider.
• Recognition of Excellence: This achievement is not just a feather in Mission Ready’s cap but also a recognition of excellence in providing education and training. It distinguishes Mission Ready as one of the top-tier institutions in New Zealand.
• Access to Funding: Category 1 providers often have enhanced access to government funding and support, which can further improve the resources available to Mission Ready for offering diverse and innovative educational programmes.
• Global Recognition: Mission Ready’s Category 1 rating in the 2023 EER is globally recognised, elevating the Mission Ready’s visibility and firmly establishing it as a leading educational institution in New Zealand.

You can read the full report here.

Mentored work experiences are structured programmes where you engage in practical work activities under the guidance and supervision of experienced mentors. These experiences are designed to provide real-world exposure, skills development, and professional growth within a specific field or industry.

Mission Ready works with 200+ industry partners to provide mentored work experiences.

Participants work on actual projects or tasks that contribute to their understanding of the industry, allowing them to apply theoretical knowledge in practical settings. In addition to technical skills, mentored work experiences develop communication and teamwork skills that are so important in the modern work palce.

Our facilitators match participants to mentors to provide you with valuable feedback, insights, and referrals.

The mentors, are experienced professionals who have agreed to provide guidance, feedback, and support. They help mentees navigate challenges, understand industry norms, and develop professionally.

These experiences often enable participants to connect with professionals in their field, expanding their professional network and opening doors to future job opportunities.

For many, these experiences can lead to employment opportunities within the host organisation or with others in the industry, based on the skills and relationships developed during the program.

Mentored work experiences are part of our Level 6 programmes.

The course fees includes one Salesforce Administrator certification exam voucher, and if needed one re-sit voucher of the same exam.  The exam vouchers cannot be used for other exams or for transfer or re-sale. All vouchers need to be requested while the student is studying the Business Analyst Accelerator, or within 3 months of student completing the Accelerator.  Re-sit vouchers will be issued only with relevant proof of exam results.

Your commitment is crucial.

Full-time students should aim for 30-35 hours weekly, while part-time students should allocate 15 – 17.5 hours per week.

Engage with online resources, classroom sessions, and assessments diligently.

For Level 6, a commitment of 40 hrs per week is essential. No part-time option is currently available.

After successfully completing Level 5 training, you can go into our Applied Technology Product Solutions accelerator (Level 6) to gain work experience.

After completing mentored work experience, you will be ready to look for your first piece of work in the tech industry. Our job coach will work with you to maximise your chance of getting employment.

Applicants must have the legal right to study in New Zealand and must be a Domestic Student to apply.

All applicants must be able to meet the NCEA Level 1 Literacy and Numeracy requirements.

If English is not your first language, you must provide:

• New Zealand University Entrance, or
• Overall Academic IELTS 5.5 with no individual band score lower than 5.0 (achieved in one test completed in the last two years), or
• Acceptable alternative evidence of the required IELTS.

You will need a working laptop or PC with the following minimum specification:

• 16GB memory
• 128GB SSD or HDD hard drive, with at least 10 GB free
• camera, microphone and speaker

Optionally, an additional monitor will make your life better :-) 😊

You may need to incur the following costs:

• Travel, accommodation, and food during classes
• Broadband internet access
• A computer or laptop. (Loan devices may be available in special cases)

Note: Fees and details are subject to change based on government policies and other factors.

All study modules are structured, blending guided and self-directed study. You’ll need good time management skills to thrive.

• Full-time students: Aim for 30-35 hours/week over 12 weeks.
• Part-time students: Aim for 15-17.5 hours/week over 24 weeks.

Participate in classroom sessions, engage in online resources, and complete assessments to solidify your learning.