307906 v.1 Graduate Certificate in Information Systems Management

GradCertInfSysMgnt(Curtin)

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Introduction
Designed for those who wish to increase, or acquire the basic knowledge and skills in the planning, operations and management of information systems in global business environments. This course allows students to progress to the Postgraduate Diploma andMasters programs in Information Systems Management.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
A pass grade in an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in a computing-related discipline. No relevant Information Systems or Information Technology experience is necessary for entry to this program.

Duration and Availability
The course is of six months full-time or equivalent part-time study.

Course Organisation
The core areas studied include managing information systems projects and risks, information technology management, information security management, problem solving and the human aspects of organisations.

Professional Recognition
With a prior computing related degree graduates may apply for membership of the Australian Computer Society.

Career Opportunities
Graduates generally find employment in supervisory roles in areas involving information systems in private and public organisations.

Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure				Hrs/Wk	Credit
Year 1 Semester 1
11455	v.3		Business Information Technology Management 512	3.0	25.0
11741	v.3		Managing Information Systems Projects and Risks 501	3.0	25.0
12527	v.3		Information Security Management 551	3.0	25.0
5698	v.5		Organisational Behaviour 550	3.0	25.0
			OR
11730	v.3		Advanced Problem Solving for Information Systems Managers 501	3.0	25.0
					100.0

Availability

Availability Information has not been provided by the respective School or Area. Prospective/current students should contact the School or Area listed above for further information.