Do you work at the IT help desk, or slug it out as an IT technician configuring hardware, replacing cable, and repairing system faults? Maybe you’re an assistant programmer looking for a ticket out of your entry level role (ie, 50-70k), and into management (ie, 110k+). You might even have your eye on becoming an independent ICT Strategy Consultant (ie, 150+). In this article we introduce 4 management-level qualifications that can be completed in less than 12 months - and will level up your ICT career.
The Advanced Diploma of Information Technology is a leadership qualification that immediately qualifies you for senior ICT roles. You’ll be learning how to lead and manage effective teams, present and negotiate proposals to clients and key stakeholders, as well as plan and direct complex ICT projects.
Complete this nationally recognised qualification 100% online over 12 months, and graduate with a set of vendor certifications in MCSA: Windows Server and MCSE: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure.
The Advanced Diploma of Information Technology Business Analysis is for ICT professionals who want to play a more active role in building client relationships and securing business for the company. In particular, students learn how to conduct an ICT-focused analysis of a client’s enterprise — identifying business goals and objectives, then formulating ICT solutions and strategies.
It’s a nationally recognised qualification and is usually completed online over a 12 month period in a flexible learning environment. Once enrolled, you’ll have access to quality training materials including videos and live webinars, and you’ll be assigned a qualified trainer with real-world IT management experience.
Learn to initiate, plan, and deliver complex ICT projects while considering legal compliance, contracts, privacy, due diligence and records management. You’ll gain essential skills in leadership, change management, and project performance metrics, then graduate ready to lead an ICT project team.
The Advanced Diploma of Information Technology Project Management is a nationally recognised qualification and can be completed online over 12 months (flexible learning). You’ll be using a sophisticated online learning platform that includes video lessons, live webinars, and a qualified trainer — with an in-depth understanding of IT business principles and real-world ICT project management experience.
Get the skills you need to manage the internal and external ICT infrastructure of a medium to large-sized organisation with this nationally recognised qualification. You’ll learn how to confidently direct ICT strategic planning that incorporates risk management — plus gain essential skills (as well as vendor certifications) in business analysis, leadership, cloud computing, and Javascript.
This qualification can be completed online in less than a year, and has enrolment prerequisites. You’ll need a Diploma or Bachelors Degree in a related ICT discipline, or you can also use your years of service as an ICT professional to be accepted into this course.
PLEASE NOTE: Part of your learning you will be conducting a real-world business case study that integrates sustainability into an ICT design project.