Systems Consultant

A Systems Consultant provides guidance on information technology systems and programs. You might analyse user needs and give advice on recommended changes or improvements. Systems Consultants might work on large IT systems or provide advice on systems for particular projects or issues.

Systems Consultants must have strong analytical skills and be able to come up with solutions to a range of IT problems. You’ll need to be a good communicator and be able to liaise with stakeholders from a range of backgrounds. Systems Consultants should have good technical skills and be able to work on several projects at one time.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $132,600
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a systems consultant?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced

Professional Certificate of Competency in Safety Instrumentation Systems for Process Industries

Online
3 months
$1,581
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Additional requirements may apply.
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Professional Certificate of Competency in IEC 61850 Based Substation Automation

Online
3 months
$1,581
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Professional Certificate of Competency in Gas Turbine Engineering

Online
3 months
$1,581
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Bachelor of Information Systems

Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $29,805
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Additional requirements may apply.
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Bachelor of Advanced Computer Science (Honours)

Blended, On Campus
4 years
$39,384 - $90,000
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Additional requirements may apply.
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Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) (Information Systems)

On Campus
12 months
$14,000 - $16,323
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Additional requirements may apply.
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Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) (Business Information Systems)

On Campus
12 months
$0 - $16,323
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Additional requirements may apply.
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Bachelor of Business (Cyber Security)

On Campus
3 years
$45,000
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Additional requirements may apply.
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