Qualification Overview

Qualification Title Postgraduate Certificate in Information Technology
Qualification Type Postgraduate Certificate
Level 8
Credits 60
Subject Area
  • Information Technology » Information Systems » Systems Analysis and Design
Strategic Purpose Statement
The qualification enables students to gain recognised skills and knowledge in the area of Information
Technology whilst working or preparing to work in the industry. Students have an opportunity to enrol
in elective courses that allow them to apply learned skills to real-life examples, projects and
scenarios. Graduates can use their enhanced knowledge, skills and capabilities to obtain
employment in positions of responsibility that relate to the electives they choose, and/or to proceed
to further studies.
Graduate profile
Graduates will be able to:
* work effectively in multicultural teams and exercise leadership as required
* engage in rigorous intellectual analysis, criticism and problem-solving
* learn independently and appreciate the need for continued learning
* apply their advanced knowledge and skills in practical situations
* plan, conduct and report on small-scale research projects
* communicate effectively (orally, visually and in writing)
* identify, analyse and address IT-related ethical issues
* apply project management knowledge and skills
Education pathways
Graduates wishing to undertake further study may be admitted into postgraduate diploma or
master's programmes in New Zealand or overseas, possibly with some credit recognition.
Employment pathways
Graduates (and with further work experience in some cases) will be able to work in business,
education, government, health, industry or the community sector. Possible jobs include Business
Analyst, Database Administrator, Data Scientist, Project Manager, Information Systems Manager,
Network Manager, Security Specialist, Software Developer, Software Tester, Systems Administrator,
Systems Analyst, Systems Integrator and Team Leader. Electives can be chosen to suit the student's
likely career path.To find out more about employment opportunities click on the CareersNZ logo, then the provider who offers this qualification.
Entry Requirements
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Information Technology or related subject or evidence of
relevant skills and knowledge through appropriate work or professional experience
International: IELTS 6.5 (with no band below 6.0), or equivalent
It is highly recommended that students who enrol in the programme have their own laptop.
Education Organisation 2 Organisations can assist in gaining this qualification
Developed By Te Pukenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology
Quality Assured By New Zealand Qualifications Authority
Number 1945
Status Current
Created 2012-11-08 09:39:26.0
Content
Research methods, advanced knowledge of the applied field of enquiry, communication, working
effectively in bicultural and multicultural teams, analysis and problem-solving, management of
projects involving the use of IT, assessment of the impact of IT on society.

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