Looking for a Wisenet Alternative?
Wisenet has served the Australasian training market for over 20 years. But for many RTOs and PTEs, the per-student pricing model, mandatory two-year contracts, and complexity of implementation have become a reason to look elsewhere. SELMA SIS is a modern, cloud-native alternative built for the same market -- without the pricing surprises.
Why New Zealand PTEs and Training Providers Choose SELMA Over Wisenet
SELMA SIS is a modern, cloud-native student management system built for New Zealand training providers. While Wisenet operates in both Australia and New Zealand, many NZ providers have found that working in a system built primarily for the Australian market creates friction -- from terminology that does not match NZ practice to missing compliance tools critical to the NZ sector. SELMA is built for New Zealand providers first, with the language, compliance tools, and local focus that PTEs and training organisations expect:
- Built for NZ -- not adapted from AU -- SELMA uses New Zealand terminology natively. SDR, ITR, TEC, NZQA, PTEs -- your team works in familiar language from day one without translating Australian compliance concepts into a NZ context
- Full ITR API integration -- direct, no broker required -- SELMA integrates directly with the Industry Training Register API for New Zealand work based training providers. This is a critical capability for ITOs and WBT providers that is not available in all competing platforms
- Transparent, all-inclusive pricing -- SELMA charges one flat subscription covering unlimited users and all core features. Pricing is published on the website so you know exactly what you are committing to before speaking to anyone
- CRM included in every plan -- SELMA's full CRM including enquiry management, application pipelines, and contact log is built in to every subscription at no extra cost
- Native form builder with full interaction tracking -- SELMA's native form builder lets you create enrolment forms, enquiry forms, and registration forms directly in the system without relying on third-party tools. SELMA captures student interactions from the very first keystroke -- not just when they hit submit -- giving you complete visibility of every prospective student's journey from the moment they engage
- Bi-directional LMS integration -- SELMA integrates natively with Moodle, Blackboard, Canvas, and Cloud Assess with results flowing back from your LMS into SELMA automatically. For organisations hosting Moodle through SELMA, the integration is included at no extra charge
- True Higher Education data models -- SELMA includes genuine higher education capability with complex award management, roll-up completions of study components, and dynamic grading schemes. Built for NZ tertiary providers managing multi-component qualifications
- Modern platform built for today -- SELMA's latest version is 2 to 3 years old, built on modern cloud architecture with AI-assisted automation and a release cycle driven by what NZ customers ask for
- Independently owned and NZ customer-driven -- SELMA is privately and independently owned. NZ-specific feature requests get heard, the NZ market is not treated as secondary, and decisions move faster than in large corporate-owned platforms
Critical for NZ work based training providers: SELMA integrates directly with the ITR API with no broker required -- a key compliance capability for New Zealand ITOs and work based training providers. Speak to the SELMA team about your specific ITR requirements.
Nine Reasons New Zealand Providers Choose SELMA
Built for NZ -- Not Adapted From AU
SELMA uses NZ terminology natively. SDR, ITR, TEC, NZQA, PTEs -- your team works in familiar language without translating Australian compliance concepts into NZ equivalents.
Full ITR API Integration
Direct ITR API integration with no broker required. A critical compliance capability for New Zealand work based training providers and industry training organisations.
Transparent All-Inclusive Pricing
One subscription. Unlimited users. All core features included. Published pricing with no hidden costs, no per-student charges, and no add-ons required to get the full platform.
Native Form Builder
Build enrolment, enquiry, and registration forms directly in SELMA. Captures student interactions from the first keystroke -- not just on submit -- for complete pipeline visibility from the moment a prospect engages.
Bi-Directional LMS Integration
Native integration with Moodle, Blackboard, Canvas, and Cloud Assess. Results flow back from your LMS into SELMA automatically. Moodle hosted through SELMA includes the integration at no extra charge.
True Higher Education Data Models
Complex award management, roll-up completions of study components, and dynamic grading schemes. Genuine HE capability for NZ tertiary providers managing multi-component qualifications.
Deep International Education
Full international student management including homestay module, agent commission management, advanced finance, and compliance tools for NZ providers enrolling international students.
NZ-Based Support
Support team who understand the NZ training landscape, TEC funding, SDR, ITR, and the specific compliance obligations of PTEs and work based training providers. Not an offshore call centre.
AI-Powered Workflow Automation
SELMA's AI-assisted workflow builder automates repetitive tasks across enrolment, compliance, communication, and reporting. Build custom workflows without technical expertise -- freeing your team to focus on delivering training.
How SELMA Compares to Wisenet for New Zealand Providers
| Feature | Wisenet | SELMA SIS |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | Contact for quote | Published on website |
| Per-student fees | Yes | No |
| Unlimited users | No | Yes -- every plan |
| CRM included | Paid add-on | Included |
| Native form builder | Limited | Included -- first keystroke tracking |
| NZ-native terminology | AU-first, NZ adapted | NZ terminology built in |
| SDR reporting | Yes | Yes |
| ITR reporting | Not supported | Yes -- direct API, no broker |
| TEC funding compliance | Yes | Yes |
| NZQA compliance | Yes | Yes |
| LMS integration | One-way | Bi-directional -- Moodle, Blackboard, Canvas, Cloud Assess |
| Moodle hosting integration | Additional cost | Included when hosting with SELMA |
| True Higher Education data model | Limited | Yes -- complex awards and dynamic grading |
| International and homestay | Limited | Full -- homestay, agents, advanced finance |
| Agent commission management | Basic | Advanced |
| AI workflow automation | Limited | Yes -- no-code workflow builder |
| Platform age | 20+ years old | 2 to 3 years old |
| Ownership | Adapt IT -- listed corporate | Independently and privately owned |
| NZ-based support | Available | NZ based -- sector specialist |
| Xero integration | Yes | Yes |
| Data migration | Standard | Rigorous -- included in onboarding |
What Stays the Same When You Switch
Moving to SELMA is a structured process with no disruption to your TEC or NZQA compliance obligations. Everything that matters carries across -- and in several areas you gain capabilities you may not have had before:
- SDR reporting for all TEC funded programmes
- ITR reporting with full direct API integration
- NZQA compliance including records of learning and qualification reporting
- TEC funding compliance and eligibility management
- Homestay management, agent commission, and advanced international finance
- Bi-directional LMS integration with Moodle, Blackboard, Canvas, and Cloud Assess
- Xero integration for financial reconciliation
- Student, employer, and agent portals in NZ terminology
- Complete, accurate data migration included in onboarding
Migrating to SELMA
SELMA's implementation team includes NZ-based specialists with experience onboarding PTEs and training providers from a range of platforms. The process is structured and handled with the accuracy your TEC and NZQA compliance data demands. Student records, SDR history, ITR data, and financial records move across cleanly.
Most New Zealand providers complete the full migration within 4 to 6 weeks including data migration, system configuration, and staff training.
Rigorous data migration, full configuration for NZ compliance requirements including SDR, ITR, and NZQA setup, staff training delivered by people who understand the NZ training sector, and ongoing NZ-based support from day one. No hidden implementation fees.