Graduate Certificate of Information Technology Management

2024 Deakin University Handbook

Year	2024 course information
Award granted	Graduate Certificate of Information Technology Management
Deakin course code	S538
Faculty	Faculty of Science, Engineering and Built Environment
Campus	Offered at Waurn Ponds (Geelong)
Online	Yes
Duration	0.5 year full-time or part-time equivalent
Course Map - enrolment planning tool	This course map is for new students commencing from Trimester 1 2024 This course map is for new students commencing from Trimester 2 2024 This course map is for new students commencing from Trimester 3 2024 Course maps for commencement in previous years are available on the Course Maps webpage or please contact a Student Adviser in Student Central.
Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) recognition	The award conferred upon completion is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 8
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS – Please note that due to Australian Government regulations, student visas to enter Australia cannot be issued to students who enrol in Deakin online programs.

Course sub-headings

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.

The Graduate Certificate of Information Technology Management equips you with knowledge and skills necessary to lead and manage information technology projects and people within enterprise.

This course provides IT professionals with foundational knowledge of information technology management, including networking, analytics, and service management. As a graduate you will have an expert understanding of the role of IT management within businesses and strategies for leading and executing successful project and service delivery.

Indicative student workload

You can expect to participate in a range of teaching activities each week. This could include lectures, 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 this course will be able to engage effectively with specialists in the area of IT project management with the demand for qualified IT management spanning almost every industry. You may find work in roles such as project manager, IT manager or technical consultant.

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. More information available at Disability support services.

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.

Fees and charges

Fees and charges vary depending on the type of fee place you hold, your course, your commencement year, the units you choose to study and their study discipline, and your study load.

Tuition fees increase at the beginning of each calendar year and all fees quoted are in Australian dollars ($AUD). Tuition fees do not include textbooks, computer equipment or software, other equipment or costs such as mandatory checks, travel and stationery.

Use the Fee estimator to see course and unit fees applicable to your course and type of place. For further information regarding tuition fees, other fees and charges, invoice due dates, withdrawal dates, payment methods visit our Current students website.

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.