307965 v.1 Master of Information Technology

MInfoTech(Curtin)

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Introduction
This professional masters program is designed for experienced information systems or information technology professionals who recognise the need to increase their knowledge or skills in the planning, development, application and management of informationtechnology and innovation in competitive, global business environments. This program incorporates a range of new concepts, methodologies and technologies aimed at supporting organisations in achieving corporative objectives with leading edge technologies.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
A minimum of two years relevant Information Systems/Information Technology industry experience is necessary for entry in addition to a 65 per cent minimum course average in an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in a computing-related discipline. Applicants must provide evidence of their industry experience.

Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability
This course is three semesters full time or equivalent part-time study.

Intermediate Awards
A student who has successfully completed all the requirements of the Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology may apply under exceptional circumstance provisions for graduation in that award, subject to approval of the Head of School/Department. For further definition refer to the Statement and Awards section under General Information.

Course Organisation
The Master of Information Technology consists of 12 units of study. The core areas studied includes managing information systems projects and risks, business information technology management, enterprise network infrastructure, web design and architecture, datamining and advanced database management, enterprise network management and problem solving. Students may choose optional units from the areas of object-oriented design, information security management, enterprise network security, statistical data analysis, web platform design and development, strategic alignment of information systems, computer forensics, business intelligence and cyberwarfare.

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

Career Opportunities
Postgraduates generally find employment in supervisory and management roles within private and public organisations utilizing information technology, or design and development of IT systems.

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
13013	v.3		Enterprise Network Infrastructure 501	5.0	25.0
302120	v.3		Web Site Architecture 501	3.0	25.0
					100.0
Year 1 Semester 2
11454	v.4		Enterprise Network Management 612	3.0	25.0
11730	v.3		Advanced Problem Solving for Information Systems Managers 501	3.0	25.0
11745	v.3		Research Methods for Information Systems Professionals 655	3.0	25.0
307773	v.1		Datamining and Advanced Database Management 601	4.0	25.0
					100.0
Year 2 Semester 1
13587	v.3		Object Oriented Programming 502	5.5	25.0
5698	v.5		Organisational Behaviour 550	3.0	25.0
					50.0
Year 3 Semester 1
307783	v.1	#	Information Technology Research Project 696	3.0	50.0
					50.0
Optional Units to Select From in Year 2 Semester 1				Hrs/Wk	Credits
11747	v.3		Strategic Alignment of Information Systems 601	3.0	25.0
13037	v.3		Strategies for Web Management 603	3.0	25.0
13038	v.3		Enterprise Network Security 604	3.0	25.0
13199	v.4		Internet Enabling Technologies 601	3.0	25.0
13586	v.3		Development Tools for Web Environments 501	4.0	25.0
302119	v.4		New Paradigms in e-Business 601	3.0	25.0
307335	v.1		Computer Forensics 601	3.0	25.0
307776	v.1		Object Oriented Design 501	4.0	25.0
#	Students may undertake IT Research Project 696 (50 credits) or choose two optional units.

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.