Interior Design Business Pathway

Introducing the Interior Design Business Pathway—designed for aspiring interior designers like you who want to build a successful business in the design industry. This pathway course equips you with both the technical design skills and business strategies to help you create stunning spaces and manage your own interior design business. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to take your design skills to the next level, this course offers everything you need to succeed.
Course Provider
The Career Academy
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Flexible & 100% Online
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Self-Paced Learning
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Upfront Payment or Payment Plan (from $29 Per Week)

Course Overview

Start Date
Start anytime
Duration
This course takes approximately 200 hours of study, but you’ll have up to 12 months to complete. Study in your own time, at your own pace.
Delivery
100% Online
Career Outcomes
  • Interior Design Assistant
  • Junior Interior Designer
  • Design Consultant
  • Furniture Sales or Showroom Assistant
  • Home Staging Assistant
  • Freelance Design Support
  • Home Staging Business
Course Modules
  1. Interior Design
  • Design Fundamentals: Where It All Begins
  • Spatial Planning: Your Surroundings
  • Lighting: The Life Source of Space
  • Colour: How to Create a Mood
  • Materiality: It’s all in the Detail
  • Furniture & Styling: Bring Your Space to Life
  • Making Your Mark: Business Fundamentals for Interior Designers
  • Design the Future: Sustainability Leadership for Interior Designers
  1. Start Your Own Business (Administration)
  • Starting Up
  • Preparing your Business Plan
  • Marketing and Social Media
  • Budgeting, Forecasting, and Cash Flow Management
  • Planning for Profit
  • Fundamentals of Payroll
  • Understanding GST
  • Financial Statement Analysis
Course Fees Include
  • Master essential design techniques to create compelling interior spaces.
  • Gain practical skills to confidently launch and manage your own design business.
  • Learn strategic business skills for acquiring clients, managing projects, and implementing sustainable practices.
  • Develop a thorough understanding of navigating and succeeding in the competitive interior design industry.
  • 100% Money-Back Guarantee – receive a 7-day cooling-off period (or trial period) upon enrolment.
  • Unlimited tutor support via phone or email to help you succeed.
  • An industry-recognised professional certificate after completing the course.
  • Pay upfront and receive free printed course books and notes and a study pack including all your study essentials.
  • Access to The Career Center – get a FREE CV Review and job tips to help you succeed.

The Career Center Access:

  • Free CV Templates – Freshen your current CV with one of our professional templates.
  • Free CV Review – Receive detailed feedback on your CV to ensure it stands out from the crowd.
  • Job Tips & Resources – A clear five-step job success process for you to follow to land your dream job.
  • Job Interview Ready – Receive tips & tricks on how to ace your next job interview.
Course Entry Requirements

You must be a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident to enrol in this course. 

Payment Plans

Upfront payment or payment plan from $29 per week.

Course Accreditations

The International Council for Online Educational Standards (ICOES) Accredited

This course is accredited by ICOES — ensuring you receive high-quality education and content.

International Approval and Registration Centre (IARC) Endorsed

TCA is an approved and recognised member of IARC. The IARC is an International association which recognises quality and excellence in education providers in tertiary education.

CPD Certified

TCA is a member of The CPD Certificate Service (CPD Certification). Many of their courses have received their independent CPD Certification confirming that our courses are compatible with global CPD principles.

*The contents are accurate at the time of writing. Get in touch with the course provider for the latest information.

About the Course Provider

The Career Academy

The Career Academy is a leading online education provider in New Zealand, offering industry-recognized courses that are designed to help you advance your career. Their courses are delivered online, which means you can study from anywhere in New Zealand, at any time that suits you. 

They offer a range of courses, including accounting, bookkeeping, digital marketing, and web design, as well as specialist courses to improve job performance. With their flexible and affordable courses and unlimited tutor support from experienced professionals, you can achieve your goals and stay ahead in today's fast-paced job market.

0800 342 829
info@careeracademy.co.nz