Master of Industry-based Information Technology

Introduction

This industry-based degree has been specifically tailored for the practising IT professional, providing a deeper understanding of the issues that arise in the implementation and application of IT. The program informs and educates high-level professionals about the organisational, economic, regulatory and socio-technical issues essential to the effective management of information technology. The degree aims to improve the skills of professionals who are using the latest software technologies by providing a combined program of academic guidance to work-based activities plus traditional academic subjects.

Entry Requirements

An applicant must be in current employment in an information and/or communication technology (ICT) related job and have:

• an undergraduate degree from a recognised tertary institution with a grade average of at least 60% and demonstrated IT knowledge; OR
• other qualifications showing an appropriate balance between other academic or professional qualifications, and relevant professional experience in information and/or communication technology.

Ideally, all candidates would have a minimum of two years professional experience in information and/or communication technology.

Program of Study

This one year degree (or part-time equivalent) requires satisfactory completion of at least 48 credit points, consisting of the following three components:

1. 12 credit points for Core Professional Development;
2. 12 credit points for Industry-based Project (ITCS949);
3. 24 credit points for Academic subjects (of 6 credit points each)

To be awarded a major study, 3 subjects must be selected from one of the following groups: