The Master of Database Design and Management (MDDM)
Aims:
The aim of these courses is to provide professionals in the Information Technology (IT) industry with an advanced level of study in database design, development, implementation and management that is current, relevant and integrates industry certifications in the field.
Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, graduates will possess:
- An informed and reflexive perspective on issues associated with computer databases
- Advanced skills in the design, Implementation and management of complex enterprise scale databases
- Skills in identifying and producing database solutions to Meet the business needs of customers
- Competence in applying best practices in analysing and optimising the performance of complex databases
- At least one high-level industry certification from Microsoft or Oracle in the IT database area
- Problem-solving skills and methodologies when troubleshooting and documenting complex computing database problems
- The ability to analyse complex client business database requirements and select appropriate solutions
- Skills in the development of leading edge database solutions that meet customer business objectives for functionality and performance
Entrance Requirements:
Applicants will generally be expected to have a degree in any discipline and at least two years experience in the IT industry. Preference will be given to these applicants. Applicants without an undergraduate degree wishing to be considered for admission into the Master of Database Design and Management will need to have at least four years experience in the IT industry supporting or developing complex Databases.