Graduate Diploma of Information Technology
Graduate Diploma of Information Technology
The Graduate Diploma of Information Technology is suitable for students who want to build on foundational IT skills and gain knowledge in advanced computing subject areas such as programming and cyber security. You will learn how to use project management and IT-related logical thinking to formulate and implement business solutions…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Graduate Diploma of Information Technology is suitable for students who want to build on foundational IT skills and gain knowledge in advanced computing subject areas such as programming and cyber security. You will learn how to use project management and IT-related logical thinking to formulate and implement business solutions across various industries including IT, communications, management and business. You will also be taught how to evaluate ethical, privacy and information security issues regarding technology.
Course Learning Outcomes
Students enrolled in the Graduate Diploma of Information Technology at Kaplan Business School will learn how to:
Investigate business opportunities by applying a range of technological and programming concepts and tools
Persuade stakeholders on solutions and outcomes for complex technological problems
Demonstrate use of sound judgement to formulate, advise and implement business solutions via the aid of technology-based approaches
Create solutions for complex business problems by adopting an exploratory, technical and global mindset
Evaluate ethical, privacy and information security issues regarding technology
Career Outcomes
> Computer Network Engineer
> Computer Systems Engineer
> IT Support Engineer
> IT Test Engineer
The course is designed so that students are eligible for up to eight subject credits into recognised postgraduate courses in Australia that specialise in information technology or that have space for unspecified electives.
REQUIREMENTS
An Advanced Diploma/Associate Degree (or AQF Level 6 equivalent course) plus completion of a Postgraduate Qualifying Program (or equivalent); OR A Diploma (or AQF Level 5 equivalent course) plus evidence of a minimum of two years’ relevant industry experience plus completion of a Postgraduate Qualifying Program (or equivalent).
ENGLISH ENTRY REQUIREMENT: Academic IELTS- Overall 6.0, with not less than 6.0 for Speaking and Writing and 5.5 for Listening and Reading OR KITE (Kaplan International Test of English) – Score greater than 426 Overall for listening, reading and grammar, and B2 for speaking and writing; OR PTE (Pearson Test of English Academic) – Academic Score of 50 OR TOEFL iBT (Test of English as a Foreign Language- 60 OR Cambridge (Cambridge English: Advanced from Cambridge ESOL) – 169.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Kaplan Business School is a globally recognised provider of quality business programs across four campuses in Australia- of which one is based in Melbourne. The School is one of Australia’s leading providers of global business qualifications and provides students a holistic business education that combines real-world experience with technical know-how. Some of the study options on offer include the Diploma of Business, the Bachelor of Business (Specialising in Accounting; Hospitality & Tourism Management; and Marketing); Master of Accounting; Master of Professional Accounting; and Master of Business Administration.
