Diploma of Information Technology at Melbourne Polytechnic

Prepare for a rewarding role managing IT projects, or learn new skills for your current project-management position, with a Graduate Certificate in IT Project Management from VU. Project management has become vital to the success of modern IT projects. This course aims to introduce you to the fundamentals of project management with specific application to IT projects. To this end, the Graduate Certificate in IT Project Management is based firmly on the international standard Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK), and specifically addresses contemporary issues in managing IT projects. On successful completion of this course, students will have skills and knowledge to work constructively in IT project management teams. You will be able to: demonstrate knowledge of key theoretical project management frameworks and processes and apply them to a range of project management scenarios develop an understanding of projects, the roles and responsibilities of a project manager, recommendations and professional decisions, and communicate with specialist and non-specialist stakeholders conceptually map the most recent developments in IT theory and IT applications and justify their utility in various contexts critically apply information technology knowledge and skills to new and uncertain situations in professional practice exhibiting a high level of personal autonomy and accountability.

Cybersecurity threats are varied and constantly evolving, posing an ongoing challenge for individuals and organisations who need to safeguard their private information and data. As a result, there is a growing need for accomplished managers who are able to plan and implement preventative cybersecurity measures to protect against cyberattacks. Studying a Graduate Certificate of Cybersecurity Management is an ideal first step towards developing expert knowledge in the field of cybersecurity, from a management perspective. As one of the only Australian courses that focuses on managing cybersecurity in an operational context, graduates will stand out with their sophisticated knowledge of cybersecurity threats combined with effective managerial methodologies.

Develop foundational skills in computer science and statistics, required to enter the rapidly changing demands of a data-driven job market, ideal if you do not already have a background in either of these areas. You may progress onto further study with our graduate diploma and/or masters study options and pursue a career in data science related areas such as health care, finance, government administration and IT industries.