Graduate Certificate of Information Technology Management
2026 Deakin University Handbook
| Year | 2026 course information |
|---|---|
| Award granted | Graduate Certificate of Information Technology Management |
| Course Credit Points | 4 |
| Deakin course code | S538J |
| Government subsidised short course | In 2021, the Australian Government's Job-ready Graduates package is providing a limited number of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) in this course. |
| Faculty | Faculty of Science, Engineering and Built Environment |
| Campus | For students who commenced prior to 2022 |
| Final Intake | The final intake to this course version was in 2021. Students should contact a Student Adviser in Student Central for course and enrolment information. Further course structure information can be found in the handbook archive. |
| Duration | 0.5 year full-time or part-time equivalent |
| 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
- Course Learning Outcomes
- Course rules
- Course structure
- Fees and charges
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 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. 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 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.
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 you must pass 4 credit points and meet the following course rules to be eligible to graduate.
- DAI001 Academic Integrity and Respect at Deakin (0-credit-point compulsory unit) in your first study period
- Completion of STP050* Academic Integrity (0-credit-point compulsory unit)
- Three (3) core units (3 credit points)
- One (1) credit point of level 7-SIT coded elective unit
Students are required to meet the University's academic progress and conduct requirements.
* DAI001 Academic Integrity and Respect at Deakin replaces STP050 Academic Integrity from 2025.
Course structure
Core units
STP050 Academic Integrity (0 credit points) [No longer available for enrolment from 2024, alternate unit DAI001]
| 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
Course duration may be affected by delays in completing course requirements, such as failing of units or accessing or completing placements.
Fees and charges
Tuition fees will vary depending on the type of fee place you hold, your course, your commencement year, the units you choose to study, your study load and/or unit discipline.
Your tuition fees will increase annually at the start of each calendar year. All fees quoted are in Australian dollars ($AUD) and do not include additional costs such as textbooks, computer equipment or software, other equipment, mandatory checks, travel, consumables and other costs.
For further information regarding tuition fees, other fees and charges, invoice due dates, withdrawal dates, payment methods visit our Current students website.
Further information
Contact Student Central for assistance in course planning, choosing the right units and explaining course rules and requirements. Student Central can also provide information for a wide range of services at Deakin. To help you understand the University vocabulary, please refer to our Enrolment codes and terminology page.