Master of Information Technology Management (Professional)
2025 Deakin University Handbook
| Year | 2025 course information |
|---|---|
| Award granted | Master of Information Technology Management (Professional) |
| Deakin course code | S739 |
| Faculty | Faculty of Science, Engineering and Built Environment |
| Campus | Offered at Waurn Ponds (Geelong) |
| Online | Yes |
| Duration | 2 years full-time or part-time equivalent |
| Course Map - enrolment planning tool | The course map for new students commencing from Trimester 1 2025.
Course maps for commencement in previous years are available on the Course Maps webpage or please contact a Student Adviser in Student Central. |
| CRICOS course code | 102378F Waurn Ponds (Geelong) |
| Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) recognition | The award conferred upon completion is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 9 |
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. | |
Course sub-headings
- Course overview
- Indicative student workload
- Professional recognition
- Career opportunities
- Participation requirements
- Mandatory student checks
- Pathways
- Alternative exits
- Research information
- Course Learning Outcomes
- Course rules
- Course structure
- Work experience
- Other learning experiences
- Fees and charges
Course overview
The digital landscape is constantly evolving, driven by ground breaking advancements that reshape entire industries. To take advantage of the opportunities that information technology offers, businesses need skilled leaders who can effectively manage IT projects, services, and departments. Deakin University's Master of Information Technology Management (Professional) course equips you with the knowledge and expertise to excel in this critical role.
This course deepens your understanding of the multifaceted world of IT, encompassing crucial areas like networking, cybersecurity, IT operations, and enterprise systems, while also equipping you with expertise in the latest industry best practices. As a future IT leader within an enterprise, you will be well-positioned to collaborate with, manage, and lead a team of talented specialists, including artificial intelligence experts, software engineers, data scientists, application developers, and business analysts.
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.
Professional recognition
The Master of Information Technology Management (Professional) is professionally accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS).
Career opportunities
Graduates will possess the specialised knowledge needed to excel as skilled and adaptable manager of various IT operation and transformation projects, with potential advancement to department management. They will be capable and confident in modern enterprise settings that demand the adoption of robust security methodologies and practices.
As a Master of Information Technology Management (Professional) graduate, you may find employment as a IT project manager, digital transformation manager, innovation IT service manager, incident management lead, technical consultant, cyber security project manager, delivery lead, application development lead, IT project coordinator/officer or data migration lead.
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.
Pathways
Pathways for students to enter the Master of Information Technology Management (Professional) are as follows:
- Graduate Certificate of Information Technology (S578) followed by a 16 credit-point Master of Information Technology Management (Professional)
- Graduate Certificate of Information Technology (S578) and Graduate Certificate of Information Technology Management (S538) followed by a 12 credit-point Master of Information Technology Management (Professional)
Pathway options will depend on your professional experience and previous qualifications.
Alternative exits
| Graduate Certificate of Information Technology Management (S538) | |
| Graduate Diploma of Information Technology Management (S638) | |
| Master of Information Technology Management (S738) |
Equipment requirements
The learning experiences and assessment activities within this course may require students to have access to a range of technologies beyond a laptop or desktop computer. For information regarding hardware and software requirements, please refer to the Bring your own device (BYOD) guidelines via the School of Information Technology website in addition to the individual unit outlines in the Handbook.
Research information
Students interested in pursuing a Higher Degree by Research, including a Masters by Research or PhD are encouraged to undertake the Professional Studies – Research Project pathway and consider using their electives to undertake additional research units (e.g. SIT724, SIT746 and/or SIT747). Students are encouraged to contact Student Central and speak to a course advisor if they are interested in pursuing this option.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Deakin Graduate Learning Outcomes | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities | Use advanced and integrated knowledge of information technology and management methods, tools, and practices to guide and manage projects that support successful development, deployment, and operations of information technology within enterprises including a broad appreciation of advanced topics within the IT domain through engagement with research or specialist studies. |
| Communication | Communicate in professional and other context to inform, explain and drive sustainable innovation through information technology management and to motivate and effect change by drawing upon advances in technology, future trends and industry standards, and by utilising a range of verbal, graphical and written methods, recognising the needs of diverse audiences including specialist and non-specialist clients, industry personnel and other stakeholders. |
| Digital literacy | Identify, evaluate, select and use advanced digital technologies, platforms, frameworks, and tools from the field of information technology management to generate, manage, process and share digital resources and justify digital tools selection to influence others. |
| Critical thinking | Questions assumptions and seeks to uncover inconsistencies and ambiguities in information and judgements, critically evaluates their sources and rationales, to inform and justify decision making in the field of information technology management. |
| Problem solving | Demonstrate an advanced and integrated understanding of information technology management and apply expert, specialised cognitive, technical, and creative skills from information technology management to understand requirements and design, implement, operate, and evaluate solutions to complex real-world and ill-defined computing problems. |
| Self-management | Apply reflective practice and work independently to apply knowledge and skills in a professional manner to complex situations and ongoing learning in the field of information technology management with adaptability, autonomy, responsibility, and personal and professional accountability for actions as a practitioner and a learner. |
| Teamwork | Work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary environments to achieve team goals, contributing specialist knowledge and skills from information technology management to advance the teams objectives, employing effective teamwork practices and principles to cultivate creative thinking, interpersonal adeptness, leadership skills, and handle challenging discussions, while excelling in diverse professional, social, and cultural scenarios. |
| Global citizenship | Engage in professional and ethical behaviour in the field of information technology management, with appreciation for the global context, and openly and respectfully collaborate with diverse communities and cultures. |
Course rules
To complete the Master of Information Technology Management (Professional) students must pass 16 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 their first study period
- Part A: Fundamental Information Technology Management studies:
- 3 credit points of core units
- 1 credit point of course elective units, level 7 SIT or MIS-coded
- Part B: Mastery Information Technology Management studies:
- 4 credit points of core units
- Part C: Course electives:
- 4 credit points of course elective units, level 7 SIT or MIS-coded
- Part D: Professional studies:
- 4 credit points of professional studies units.
Students are required to meet the University's academic progress and conduct requirements. See the enrolment codes and terminology to help make sense of the University’s vocabulary.
Course structure
Part A: Fundamental Information Technology Management studies
| DAI001 | Academic Integrity and Respect at Deakin (0 credit points) |
| SIT716 | Computer Networks and Security |
| SIT719 | Analytics for Security and Privacy |
| SIT794 | Services Management |
Plus 1 level 7 SIT or MIS-coded elective unit (1 credit point)~
Part B: Mastery Information Technology Management studies
| SIT714 | Enterprise Systems and Management |
| SIT722 | Software Deployment and Operation |
| SIT740 | Research and Development in Information Technology |
| SIT763 | Cyber Security Management |
Part C: Course Electives
Plus 4 level 7 SIT or MIS-coded elective units (4 credit points) (excluding SIT771, SIT772, SIT773 and SIT774)
Part D: Professional studies
Team Project
| SIT753 | Professional Practice in Information Technology |
| SIT764 | Team Project (A) - Project Management and Practices |
| SIT782 | Team Project (B) - Execution and Delivery |
1 level 7 SIT or MIS-coded elective unit (1 credit point)~
OR
Professional Practice
| STP710 | Career Tools for Employability (0 credit points) |
| SIT753 | Professional Practice in Information Technology |
| SIT764 | Team Project (A) - Project Management and Practices |
| SIT791 | Professional Practice (2 credit points)* |
OR
Research Project^
| SIT753 | Professional Practice in Information Technology |
| SIT764 | Team Project (A) - Project Management and Practices |
Plus 1 unit (2 credit points) from the following:
| SIT723 | Research Techniques and Applications (2 credit points)+ |
| SIT792 | Minor Thesis (2 credit points)+ |
*Students undertaking this unit must have successfully completed STP710 Career Tools for Employability (0-credit point unit)
+ Entry is subject to specific unit entry requirements.
~excluding SIT771, SIT772, SIT773 and SIT774
^Students interested in pursuing a Higher Degree by Research, including a Masters by Research or PhD are encouraged to undertake the Professional Studies – Research Project pathway and consider using their electives to undertake additional research units (e.g. SIT724, SIT746 and/or SIT747). Students are encouraged to contact Student Central and speak to a course advisor if they are interested in pursuing this option.
Work experience
You may have an opportunity to undertake a discipline-specific internship placement as part of your course. Explore the SEBE WIL program.
Course duration
Course duration may be affected by delays in completing course requirements, such as failing of units or accessing or completing placements.
Further information
Student Central can help you with course planning, choosing the right units and explaining course rules and requirements.
- Contact Student Central
Other learning experiences
You may choose to use one of your elective units to undertake an internship or participate in an overseas study tour to enhance your global awareness and experience.
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 or 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.
For further information regarding tuition fees, other fees and charges, invoice due dates, withdrawal dates, payment methods visit our Current students website.