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Course snapshot
Domestic snapshot
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Start Date
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Duration
16 months part-time
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Location
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Course abbreviation
GradDipITM
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Course code
1108250
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Credit points
96
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Equivalent units
8
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Indicative Fee
Overview
The Graduate Diploma in Information Technology Management bridges the gap between your existing technology knowledge and managerial capabilities. It covers core and compulsory units of the Master of Information Technology Management, but allows you to choose electives and shape your Graduate Diploma to your interests or career aspirations.
IT systems management and design, data management and emerging technology units are complemented by a solid grounding in business – for example project management and leadership. Graduate in as few as eight months or continue on and complete your Master of Information Technology Management at a later stage, with advanced standing.
The Graduate Diploma in Information Technology Management is available via an online delivery mode, offering up to six intakes a year.
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GA1: Intellectual rigour Critically analyse and reflect on complex management issues in the area of information technology management. |
GA2: Creativity Apply creative thinking techniques to drive innovative solutions to information technology management problems. |
GA3: Ethical practice Demonstrate advanced discipline knowledge, responsibility and ethics in using and managing information technology to facilitate the strategic and operational benefits of business models and technology applications. |
GA4: Knowledge of a discipline Demonstrate advanced discipline knowledge, responsibility and ethics in using and managing information technology to facilitate the strategic and operational benefits of business models and technology applications. |
GA5: Lifelong learning Apply autonomous learning strategies for reflective practice, expert judgement and adaptability for life-long learning in information technology management. |
GA6: Communication and social skills Apply teamwork, expert communication and social skills to effectively engage with a diverse range of stakeholders. |
GA7: Cultural competence Apply teamwork, expert communication and social skills to effectively engage with a diverse range of stakeholders. |
Our Graduate Diploma in Information Technology Management is comprised of a wide range of units, covering all aspects of information technology, business, as well as subjects that allow you to understand the bridge between these two fields.
This enables you to develop a vast range of knowledge, and gives you the best chance at successfully managing a team once you graduate.
| Location | Teaching period | UAC code | QTAC code |
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| SCU Online | Summer Term , Term 1 , Term 2 , Term 3 , Term 4 , Term 5 | N/A | N/A |
Requirements
We encourage you to apply for the courses you most want to study. If you are not eligible to enter your chosen course right now, our team will work with you to find the best pathway option.
Before applying, make sure you double check all entry requirements, gather required documentation and review the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, noting any specifics listed below.
Course requirements
To be eligible to receive the Graduate Diploma of Information Technology Management students must complete the equivalent of 8 core units (96 credit points), comprising:
- 8 units from either the Business Administration or Project Management Specialisation
Exit awards
Students may be eligible to exit with the Graduate Certificate in Information Technology Management after completing the equivalent of 4 units (48 credit points) as specified in the Graduate Certificate in Information Technology Management course structure.
Course structure
Your course progression is in the recommended order you should complete your course in. It is important that you follow this to ensure you meet the course requirements. For further assistance see How to Enrol in Units using My Enrolment.
Students should use course progression information to select units specific to their course and enrol in these units using My Enrolment.
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Available | Credit points | Notes | |||||||||
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Complete the following units to satisfy the Requirements of the Award |
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First Year |
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| ISYS5002 | Information Systems Analysis and Design |
Term1
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12 | ||||||||||
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| DATA5001 | Data Management |
Term2,5
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12 | ||||||||||
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| ISYS5001 | Emerging Technology in Business |
Term2
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12 | ||||||||||
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| ISYS6005 | Information Systems Security Management |
Term3
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12 | ||||||||||
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Second Year |
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| COMP6005 | Managing Digital Enterprise (Online) |
Summer Term
Term3
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12 | ||||||||||
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| BUSN6009 | Managing Information Systems (Online) |
Term1
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12 | ||||||||||
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| Business Administration Option Units | |||||||||||||
| Business Administration Option Units | |||||||||||||
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Available | Credit points | Notes | |||||||||
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Complete the following units to satisfy the Requirements of the Award |
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First Year |
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| ISYS5002 | Information Systems Analysis and Design |
Term1
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12 | ||||||||||
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| DATA5001 | Data Management |
Term2,5
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12 | ||||||||||
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| ISYS5001 | Emerging Technology in Business |
Term2
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12 | ||||||||||
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| ISYS6005 | Information Systems Security Management |
Term3
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12 | ||||||||||
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Second Year |
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| COMP6005 | Managing Digital Enterprise (Online) |
Summer Term
Term3
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12 | ||||||||||
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| BUSN6009 | Managing Information Systems (Online) |
Term1
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12 | ||||||||||
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| Project Management Option Units | |||||||||||||
| Project Management Option Units | |||||||||||||
Note 1:
Students may substitute MGMT6004 - Organisational Change and Development (Online)
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Business Administration Specialisation |
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| DATA5001 | Data Management | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| ISYS5001 | Emerging Technology in Business | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| ISYS5002 | Information Systems Analysis and Design | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| ISYS6005 | Information Systems Security Management | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Students are eligible to exit with a Graduate Certificate in Information Technology Management after completing the above four (4) units. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| BUSN6009 | Managing Information Systems (Online) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| COMP6005 | Managing Digital Enterprise (Online) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Option Units |
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Project Management Specialisation |
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| DATA5001 | Data Management | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| ISYS5001 | Emerging Technology in Business | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| ISYS5002 | Information Systems Analysis and Design | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| ISYS6005 | Information Systems Security Management | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Students are eligible to exit with a Graduate Certificate in Information Technology Management after completing the above four (4) units. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| BUSN6009 | Managing Information Systems (Online) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| COMP6005 | Managing Digital Enterprise (Online) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Option Units |
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