Graduate Certificate in Information Systems
Central Queensland University
About
This course provides professional knowledge and skills in information systems (IS).
In the GCIS, you will gain a broad understanding of IS applications in industry as well as specific skills in programming, systems analysis and project management.
These skills will help you to manage future business challenges, enhancing your individual advancement and employment opportunities.
Structure
Course Structure
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- Complete the core structure
Core Structure
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| Number of units: 4 | Total credit points: 24 |
You should note that you may be required to take some units Online, depending on your campus offerings.
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| --> PPMP20007 | Project Management Concepts | --> |
| --> COIT20248 | Information Systems Analysis and Design | --> |
| --> COIT20249 | Professional Skills in Information Communication Technology | --> |
| --> COIT20245 | Introduction to Programming | --> |
Entry requirements
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Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
To be eligible for entry into this course, students must have:
- a bachelor degree or equivalent qualification; or
- a recognised diploma and a minimum of two years of relevant communication and information technology experience; or
- a minimum of five years of relevant communication and information technology experience:
* secondary and post secondary certificates;
* evidence from employer (past and present) on company letterhead.
International students
International students should visit http://www.cqu.edu.au/international/ for further information including English language requirements.
Security Requirements
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Health Requirements
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Assumed Knowledge
Domestic and international students please see CQUni Handbook.
Fees and Charges
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Learning outcomes
Core Learning Outcomes
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- Articulate the latest developments in the information systems industry and its likely future directions
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- Explain the roles of people and technology in managing knowledge and information in business
- 3.
- Analyse and model organisational goals and requirements, including the legal, ethical, social and cultural issues that affect the use, design, and implementation of information systems
- 4.
- Work independently, as a leader, or a member of a team employing appropriate interpersonal, professional and technical communication skills
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- Manage and evaluate own performance and professional development.
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| 1. KNOWLEDGE Have specialised knowledge within a systematic and coherent body of knowledge that may include the acquisition and application of knowledge and skills in a new or existing discipline or professional area | --> | --> | --> | ||
| 2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review,analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge and identify and provide solutions to complex problems | --> | --> | |||
| 3. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to think critically and to generate and evaluate complex ideas | --> | --> | --> | --> | |
| 4. SKILLS Have specialised technical and creative skills in a field of highly skilled and/or professional practice | --> | --> | |||
| 5. SKILLS Have communication skills to demonstrate an understanding of theoretical concepts | --> | --> | --> | ||
| 6. SKILLS Have communication skills to transfer complex knowledge and ideas to a variety of audiences | --> | --> | --> | --> | |
| 7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Be able to make high level, independent judgements in a range of technical or management functions in varied specialised contexts | --> | --> | --> | --> | |
| 8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Be able to initiate, plan, implement and evaluate broad functions within varied specialised technical and/or creative contexts | --> | --> | --> | --> | |
| 9. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for personal outputs and all aspects of the work or function of others within broad parameters | --> | --> | --> |
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