Graduate Certificate of Information Technology Management
2021 Deakin University Handbook
| Year | 2021 course information |
|---|---|
| Award granted | Graduate Certificate of Information Technology Management |
| Course Map | This course map is for new students commencing from Trimester 1 2021. This course map is for new students commencing from Trimester 2 2021. This course map is for new students commencing from Trimester 3 2021. Course maps for commencement in previous years are available on the Course Maps webpage or please contact a Student Adviser in Student Central. |
| Campus | Offered at Waurn Ponds (Geelong), Cloud Campus |
| Duration | 0.5 year full-time or part-time equivalent |
| Deakin course code | S538 |
| Approval status | This course is approved by the University under the Higher Education Standards Framework. |
| Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) recognition | The award conferred upon completion is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 8. |
Course sub-headings
- Course overview
- Indicative student workload
- Career opportunities
- Participation requirements
- Mandatory student checks
- Fees and charges
- Course Learning Outcomes
- Course rules
- Course structure
Course overview
Information Technology is driving digital disruption, with new technology helping redefine many industries. To successfully take advantage of the opportunities that information technology offers, businesses need skilled staff who can lead and manage IT projects, services, and departments.
Deakin’s suite of courses in Information Technology Management will equip you with knowledge and skills necessary to lead and manage information technology projects and people within enterprise. The Graduate Certificate of Information Technology Management provides IT professionals with foundational knowledge of information technology management including networking, analytics, and service management.
As a graduate you will be familiar with the role of IT management within enterprise and strategies for the management of service provision.
Indicative student workload
You can expect to participate in a range of teaching activities each week. This could include classes, seminars, practicals and online interaction. You can refer to the individual unit details in the course structure for more information. You will also need to study and complete assessment tasks in your own time.
Career opportunities
Graduates of the Graduate Certificate of Information Technology Management will be able to engage effectively with specialists in the area of IT project management.
Participation requirements
Elective units may be selected that include compulsory placements, work-based training, community-based learning or collaborative research training arrangements.
Reasonable adjustments to participation and other course requirements will be made for students with a disability. Click here for more information.
Students commencing in Trimester 3 will be required to complete units in Trimester 3.
Mandatory student checks
Any unit which contains work integrated learning, a community placement or interaction with the community may require a police check, Working with Children Check or other check.
Equipment requirements
For information regarding hardware and software requirements, please refer to the School of Information Technology's website, www.deakin.edu.au/information-technology/students or telephone 03 9244 6699.
Income support
Domestic students enrolled in certain postgraduate coursework programs may be eligible for student payment through Youth Allowance and Austudy.
Further information can be found at Deakin’s Current Students website.
Fees and charges
Fees and charges vary depending on your course, the type of fee place you hold, your commencement year and your study load. To find out about the fees and charges that apply to you, visit the Current students fees website or our handy Fee estimator to help estimate your tuition fees.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Deakin Graduate Learning Outcomes | Course Learning Outcomes |
| Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities | Use broad knowledge of information technology and management methods, tools, and practices to support IT projects. |
| Communication | Communicate with technical and non-technical project stakeholders about service requirements |
| Digital literacy | Identify, select, and use a range of digital technologies to generate, manage, and share digital resources associated with IT projects. |
| Critical thinking | Exercise independent and critical judgement in supporting project plans and operations. |
| Problem solving | Apply knowledge, skills, and techniques in contributing to project planning and operations. |
| Global citizenship | Apply professional ethics, responsibilities, and norms of professional computing practice. |
Approved by Faculty Board 30 January 2020
Course rules
To complete the Graduate Certificate of Information Technology Management, students must attain 4 credit points.
The course comprises a total of 4 credit points, which must include the following:
- three (3) core units
- one (1) level 7-SIT coded unit (one credit point)
- completion of STP050 Academic Integrity (0-credit point compulsory unit)
Students are required to meet the University's academic progress and conduct requirements. Click here for more information.
Course structure
Core
| STP050 | Academic Integrity (0 credit points) |
| SIT716 | Computer Networks and Security |
| SIT719 | Analytics for Security and Privacy |
| SIT794 | Services Management |
Plus one (1) level 7 SIT-coded elective unit.
Course duration - additional information
Course duration may be affected by delays in completing course requirements, such as accessing or completing work placements.
Further information
Student Central can help you with course planning, choosing the right units and explaining course rules and requirements.
- Contact Student Central