307789 v.2 Graduate Certificate in Information Systems
GradCertInfSys(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 049883M
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas: 0.5 Years
Introduction
This course is designed for those students who already hold a degree but have no computing background. It is also designed for those with extensive business management or supervisory experience without a first degree. The graduate certificate program will assist students who need to acquire skills and knowledge in the planning and development of information systems in organisations. The course is of a practical nature, which will assist students to consolidate their learning by applying their knowledge and skills in the business environment.
Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
A bachelor's degree in a field other than business, economics or commerce, or an equivalent qualification from a recognised institution or alternatively significant professional experience.
Recognition of Prior Learning
No exemptions or recognition of prior learning will be given, although units may be substituted at the School's discretion. Other units may be approved by the Manager Postgraduate Programs.
Duration and Availability
The course is six months full-time or equivalent part-time study.
Course Organisation
This course consists of four full units of study. The areas studied include systems analysis and design, introduction to programming, database systems, internet computing and technical infrastructure.
Career Opportunities
Graduates generally find employment with business organisations and government agencies.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.
Course Structure |
Hrs/Wk |
Credit |
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Year 1 Semester 1 |
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| 11737 | v.3 | Designing Database Systems 502 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 307775 | v.2 | Introduction to Programming 501 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 307777 | v.2 | Systems Analysis 501 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 309857 | v.1 | Business Web Design 501 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
Availability
| Year | Location | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# | |
| 2007 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y |
The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.
*The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.
^Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.
#Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.
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