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Graduate Diploma of Information Systems Management

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Overview

The Graduate Diploma of Information Systems Management comprises eight units of study and is designed as a contemporary and comprehensive study of the management issues associated with the successful deployment of information systems in organisations.The course focuses on the development of information technology knowledge and its application to work, management and technical skills.
Duration1 year full-time or 2 years part-time
Campus and intakes  Calendar
Hawthorn -Semester 1, Semester 2
Study modeFull-time
Part-time (day & evening)
Course codeI088
Fees
The total tuition fee is dependent upon the combination of units of study selected by the student. Fees are reviewed each year.
For information about Swinburne's fees visit the Fees website.
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Course in detail

On this page: course description, course structure and units of study.

Course description

Information Systems (IS) and Information Technology (IT) are widely diffused across contemporary organisations, and are increasingly driving and enabling profound changes in the ways we conceptualise how and where we work, and the nature of activities required to create efficient and effective organisational processes. 
IS/IT is critically important in terms of organisational efficiency, effectiveness, competitiveness, and indeed, sustainability. Despite this reliance on IS/IT, concerns are still expressed about whether IS/IT delivers adequate value and reasonable returns to the organisation, and whether or not organisations are adept at realising the anticipated benefits from investments in IS/IT. When these concerns are considered against the transformational nature of IS/IT alluded to above - the rate of technological advance, and the sheer complexity associated with the entire IS/IT resource in organisations - then ensuring appropriate capabilities in managing the IS/IT resource becomes of critical importance to most modern organisations.
The Master of Information Systems Management, incorporating the Graduate Certificate of Information Systems Management, and the Graduate Diploma of Information Systems Mangement (I088), is designed to foster and develop such knowledge, skills and capabilities. It is designed to develop versatile IS professionals with competencies and expertise in the major domains of IS (information, technology, process, relationship/alliance building) who can appreciate and exploit the transformational impacts of IS/IT, who understand the complexity associated with managing the IS/IT resource, and who can contribute effectively to ensuring the delivery of value from IS/IT investments in organisations. Thus, complexity, transformation and organisational value become the underpinning themes that give coherence to this postgraduate program. 

Course structure

The Graduate Diploma of Information Systems Management normally requires eight units of study (100 credit points) to be completed over one year of full-time study, or two years of part-time study, with at least  five of those units of study (62.5 credit points) being IS Management units. Units of study are chosen from the Master of Information Systems Management program. Students completing this program may progress into the Master of Information Systems Management.
 
A maximum of two exemptions (25 credit points) is available in this program. Entry is possible in both Semester 1 and Semester 2.
 
The program is available in both full-time and part-time* (5.30pm to 9.30pm) modes. Part-time mode includes the possibility of studying one unit of study at a time. Evening classes are available in most units of study.  
 
Please note: some units of study are subject to quotas and minimum enrolment requirements. Not all units of study are available every semester, and changes in program structure occur from time to time.
*International student visa holders are required to study full-time.

Units of study

Informations Systems  
HIT6402 Database Analysis and Design
HIT6405 Requirements, Analysis and Modelling 
HIT7414 Mobile Business and Connectivity 
HIT6416 Enterprise Systems
Business Information Systems Analysis (HIT7412)
HIT7422 Database Systems
Contemporary Issues in Business Analysis (HIT7462)
HIT8036 Business Information Systems for a Rapidly Changing World
HIT8044 Professional Issues in Information Technology
HIT8060 Systems Project Management
HIT8478 Information and Knowledge Management
HIT8186 IS Governance and Strategy
Information Systems Risk and Security (HIT8408)
HIT8405 Business Process Modelling
HIT8410 Systems Acquisition and Implementation Management
HIT8413 Business Intelligence
HIT8419 Decision Analysis Systems
HIT8423 Enterprise Systems Management
HIT8425 Information Systems in Small and Medium Enterprises
HIT8463 Managing the IT Capability
HIT8464 Delivering IT Business Value
HIT8465 Managing IT-Enabled Transformation
HIT8427 Configuring Business Information Systems Solutions
HIT9466 Advanced Topics in Information Systems Management
+ other suitable postgraduate FICT electives as approved by the program coordinator
Business
HBC480 Accounting Information and Managerial Decision Making
HBH580 Strategic Human Resource Management
HBI680 Global Business
HBM480 Strategic and Entrepreneurial Marketing
HBO480 LeadingManaging Diversity and Culture (HBO580)
HBS580 Business Strategy
HBF543 Dimensions of Global Change
Social Sciences
HAM425 Key Cultural Issues in Media and Communication
HAM426 Communication Environments
HAM427 Media Public Policy
HAM500 Globalisation: Media and Telecommunications

Master Recommended Study Sequence
Stage 1 (50 credit points)
HIT7462 Contemporary Issues in Business Analysis
HIT8036 Business Information Systems for a Rapidly Changing World
HIT8408 Information Systems Risk and Security
Elective (Stage 1)
Stage 2 (50 credit points)
HIT8186 IS Governance and Strategy
HIT8463 Managing the IT Capability
HIT8464 Delivering IT Business Value
HBC480 Accounting Information and Managerial Decision Making
Stage 3 (50 credit points)
Option 1
HIT7407 Information Systems Project Management or HIT8060 Systems Project Management
HIT8465 Managing IT-Enabled Transformation
Business Elective (Stage 3)
Elective (Stage 3)
Option 2
HIT8424 Information Systems Management or HIT8060 Systems Project Management
HIT8465 Managing IT-Enabled Transformation
Research Report (HIT8070) 25 credit points completed over 2 semesters. Students enrol into HIT8170 Research Report and HIT8270 Research Report.
Option 3
Minor Thesis (HIT8067) 50 credit points completed over 2 semesters. Students enrol into HIT8167 Minor Thesis and HIT8267 Minor Thesis.
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Graduate outcomes

On this page: aims and objectives and graduate attributes.

Aims and objectives

This program aims to:
  • develop knowledge, skills and capabilities required by IS professionals working in dynamic and complex business environments
  • develop an appreciation of the transformational dimensions of modern IS/IT, and the complexity associated with managing the S/IT resource in organisations
  • ensure graduates are able to consistently deliver benefits from IS/IT investments over time 

Graduate attributes

The graduate attributes that relate to this program help to produce graduates who:
  • are capable in their chosen professional areas
  • are adaptable and manage change
  • operate effectively in work and community situations
  • are aware of environments
  • are entrepreneurial in contributing to innovation and development within ther business or community
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On this page: entry requirements, credit transfer and recognition of prior learning

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

Entry is available to students who have a degree in any field other than information systems, and significant relevant business experience, usually at least two years.

Credit transfer

Applicants who have previously completed university-level units of study in this area may be granted exemptions in Faculty of Information and Communication Technologies programs. All exemption applications must be submitted in writing at the time of enrolment. Each application is considered by the program manager, who then makes recommendations to the Academic Committee.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training.

Further details for students considering Higher Education courses: http://www.swin.edu.au/corporate/registrar/ppd/files/stuinf.htm
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Apply

On this page: how to apply, course fees and find out more.

How to apply

Application forms can be downloaded from the website at:http://www.swinburne.edu.au/postgrad/apply/

Course fees

The total tuition fee is dependent upon the combination of units of study selected by the student. Fees are reviewed each year.
For information about Swinburne's fees visit the Fees website.

Find out more

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