Qualification Overview

Qualification Title Postgraduate Certificate in Connected Environments
Qualification Type Postgraduate Certificate
Level 8
Credits 60
Subject Area
  • Mixed Field Programmes » Other Mixed Field Programmes » Mixed Field Programmes not elsewhere classified
Strategic Purpose Statement
The Level 8, 60 credit Postgraduate Certificate in Connected Environments aims to provide opportunities for individuals to enhance existing business and/or technical capabilities to design and develop connected environments that leverage systems and services enabled by the Internet of Things (IoT) in relevant industries, sectors or communities. Specifically, the
qualification is designed to enable these individuals to develop and apply integrated knowledge of the multiple dimensions of connected environments, including their management, the application of appropriate technologies and the effective and ethical
capture, analysis and use of data.
Graduate profile
Graduates of the PGC-CE will be able to:
1. Identify and evaluate opportunities for connected environment systems and
technologies to provide solutions in their relevant industries, sectors and communities.
2. Critically reflect on the governance, management and ethical issues associated with
connected environments.
3. Develop and justify a sustainable and comprehensive proposal that demonstrates a
systems understanding of the multiple dimensions of connected environments in their
professional context.
Education pathways
Graduates of the PGC-CE may progress into further postgraduate study, including Postgraduate Diplomas and Master's degrees.
Employment pathways
Employment pathways will be determined by the graduate's level of achievement, previous education and experience, and choice of career. Possible pathways from the PGC-CE programme include, but are not limited to, positions in software engineering, data analysis, consulting, strategic planning, and IoT business design. These roles can be within a wide range
of industries and organisations.To find out more about employment opportunities click on the CareersNZ logo, then the provider who offers this qualification.
Entry Requirements
To be admitted to the PGC-CE, all applicants must:  
- have a recognised bachelor's degree or equivalent   professional qualification or higher in business and/or a   relevant technical field AND
a minimum of two years   relevant industry experience  
Or  
- have at least four years' professional experience in a   relevant industry or community, and/or relevant technical   field demonstrating equivalence or higher to the   qualification stated above.  
Note:
To ensure that the
PGC-CE
is relevant to the applicant, a   brief Statement of Intent is required. The Statement of Intent is   used to ensure potential students understand the programme,   and to allow The Mind Lab to help ensure the programme is a   good fit for the student. In addition and at the discretion of the   admission/selection panel, interviews may be required.  
Education Organisation AcademyEx Education Limited Partnership
Developed By AcademyEx Education Limited Partnership
Quality Assured By New Zealand Qualifications Authority
Number 4201
Status Current
Created July 2020
Content
The technical and business dimensions of connected environments will be explored in detail using a whole systems
approach to unravel the complexities of environments (both physical and organisational). IoT (Internet of Things) will be
explored as a core technical enabler of connected environments. Global and local case studies will be used to evaluate and critically reflect on the opportunities and challenges connected environments can afford. Data collection, analysis and visualisation, as well as the ethical management of data will be explored in detail. The sustainability of connected environments to provide long-term benefits and insights for industries, sectors and communities is also explored.

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