Graduate Certificate in Computing (Career Transition)

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Graduate Certificate in Computing (Career Transition)

Equip yourself for the ever-evolving digital landscape and tap into the burgeoning tech job market with the Graduate Certificate in Computing (Career Transition) from Charles Sturt University. This isn’t just another qualification; it’s your compass guiding you towards career progression. Tailor your course to align with your aspirations and the pulse of the industry. Moreover, this certificate can pave the way for various Master’s degrees. Choose wisely, and the four subjects from your Graduate Certificate can be fully credited towards your Master’s degree.

Blending academic excellence with industry relevance, our course gives you the tools to make a successful career change. Plus, gain real-world exposure through an optional internship opportunity.

Duration

8 months part-time

Intakes

Six sessions a year

Study Mode

Online

Units of Study

4 Subjects

Course Overview

This course offers a comprehensive graduate qualification in information technology (IT), tailored for those eager to enhance their technical expertise in line with professional requirements. More than just honing your technical abilities, we ensure you’re equipped with the essential communication and critical thinking capabilities to tackle intricate IT challenges and convey those solutions effectively. Whether you’re eyeing a promising career in IT or considering further academic exploration, this course sets the groundwork.

Upon completion of the course graduates will be able to:

Demonstrate and apply knowledge of current trends within the information technology (IT) discipline;
Investigate and critically reflect on emerging IT trends;
Apply appropriate technical skills and critical thinking techniques to solve complex IT-related problems;
Effectively communicate IT concepts and solutions to professional and non-professional audiences;
Pursue master level study within an IT area appropriate to their professional needs.

Why Study With Us?

Study on Your Terms: 100% Online

Our computing course is entirely online, designed for flexibility. Access lectures, forums, assignments, and enjoy 24/7 tech support, all with a simple mouse click.

Equipped for Real-World Success

Crafted with insights from industry stalwarts and delivered by experienced academics, our course is a passport to a thriving career in computing and IT. As Charles Sturt stands as one of Australia’s foremost IT educators, rest assured you’re learning from the best.

Tailored Learning for Your Ambitions

Choose two academic and two industry-centric subjects, allowing you to align your degree with your aspirations. From cloud exploration to cyber security and digital marketing, chart your unique educational journey.

Career Opportunities

This computing course is your stepping stone into the vibrant IT landscape. Armed with top-notch, professional skills, you’ll be a sought-after talent in the realms of computing, IT, and the digital world. Considering a master’s down the track? You’re in luck. The units you’ve tackled in this grad certificate will count towards it, making advanced skills all the more accessible.

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Course Structure

Group A: Elective Academic Subjects choose (2) from:
Group B: Elective Industry Subjects choose two (2) subjects from:

HRM502

Human Resource Management

ITC506

Topics in Information Technology Ethics

ITC513

Wireless Communications

ITC514

Linux Server Administration

ITC540

IT Infrastructure Management PG

ITC542

Networking Fundamentals

ITC558

Programming Principles

ITC560

Internet of Things

ITC561

Cloud Computing

ITC568

Cloud Privacy and Security

ITC590

Cyber Threat Intelligence

ITC593

Network Security and Cryptography

ITC595

Information Security

ITC596

IT Risk Management

ITC597

Digital Forensics

MGT501

Contemporary Management

MGT510

Strategy and Planning

MGT540

Facilitating Change

MGT549

Toxic Leadership

MGT559

Contemporary Issues in Leadership

MGT580

Forecasting & Risk Assesment

MGT584

Leadership in Teams

MKT501

Marketing for Managers

MKT510

Consumers and Their Behaviour

MKT525

Digital and Social Media Marketing

MKT563

Big Data and Marketing Analytics

ITE512

Incident Response

ITE513

Forensic Investigation

ITE514

Professional Systems Security

ITE516

Hacking Countermeasures

ITE518

Agile Project Management

ITE523

Virtualisation

ITE526

Practical Internetworking

ITE527

Server Administration

ITE531

Architecting Cloud Solutions

ITE532

Containers and Virtualisation

ITE533

Cyber Security Management

ITE534

Cyberwarfare and Terrorism

ITE535

Pen Testing

ITE536

Professional Internship

ITI581

Cyber Security Fundamentals

MGI511

Project Management Fundamentals

MGI512

The Project Lifecycle

MGI514

Project Management Leadership

MGI515

IT Service Quality Management

MGI516

IT Governance

MGI518

Program and Portfolio Management

MGI521

Professional Communications

MGI522

Developing Solutions

MGI530

Foundations of Business Analysis

MGI532

Digital Marketing Analytics

MGI533

Social Platform Marketing

MGI534

Digital Social Selling

MGI535

Search Marketing

Entry Requirements

Even without a formal tertiary qualification, potential candidates may gain admission to the Graduate Certificate in Computing (Career Transition) based on their professional accomplishments and/or extensive work experience.

Upon successfully completing the Graduate Certificate, students will have the opportunity to progress to other IT Masters courses, with the added benefit of receiving credit for up to four subjects from their Graduate Certificate studies.

For guidance on the application process, please refer to the ‘How to Apply’ help page.

Fees

Domestic Student

$3890 AUD per subject

International Student

$4124 AUD per subject

More information on Fees can be found on the Fees page. If you want to reduce your cost per course you may be eligible for credit.

Credit

If you’ve acquired some industry certification or completed prior post graduate study, you might be eligible for some academic credit. And here’s some good news – you won’t be charged fees for any subjects you get credit for.

Want a rough idea of the credits you might score from Industry Exams? Just fill out our Credit and Eligibility Form.

We’ll be able to confirm your credit once you’re officially enrolled.

Sample Assesment

Your assessments will come in diverse formats, each crafted to both challenge and amplify your understanding. Whether it’s taking an exam, crafting a marketing strategy, creating a video presentation, or taking a quick quiz, there’s always something engaging around the corner. Fancy a taste? Dive into a snippet from our core subject, MGI521 – Professional Communications.

Which of the following is the best description of the role of context in communications?

A frame of reference within which conceptual rules should apply.
A separation of one situation from another.
An understanding of how the content might apply to the concepts
All of the above are useful descriptions of the role of context.

Answer: D

There are several types of language we should limit or avoid in professional writing. Which of the following is NOT considered one of these?

Technical language
Dramatic language.
Exaggeration or embellishment.
Slang or colloquialisms.

Answer: A

If you need to have a complex but urgent discussion with someone, which of the following is the best way to use instant messaging to achieve your purpose?

Use the IM to make arrangements for a more direct verbal conversation.
Use the IM immediately to get the key points of your urgent message across.
To ask them to urgently check their email for your complex message.
Nothing, IM should not be used for this at all.

Answer: A

Which of the following messages is least likely to be effective if given using email?

A suggestion that all staff contribute to buy biscuits for the coffee room
A notice to a client that you will not be able to meet their expectations
A complaint about a colleague’s personal behaviour.
A request to a colleague to meet after work for drinks.

Answer: C

Of the three vectors of change, what is the purpose or role of the emotional vector in the user experience?

To manipulate their desires in the direction you want them to go.
To make the user happy or otherwise positive.
To help the user to like the author or what they say.
To help the user find a reason to invest energy or effort.

Answer: D

The most important thing we should clarify before writing any professional communication is…?

Its purpose.
Its intended recipient.
Our disposition.
The medium we should use.

Answer: A

In the absence of fact or true understanding we tend to?

Create assumptions to fill the gap.
Enquire to find out more.
Ignore what is not there.
Rely on the opinion of others.

Answer: A

In email, what is the main purpose of the content of the subject line?

To get as much of the message across as possible in case the email is not read.
To stand out more than all the other emails in the recipient’s inbox.
To help the reader decide whether or when to read the email.
All of the above.

Answer: C

If two people share a similar understanding of a situation following a communications interaction and they are both aware that each of them has a similar understanding – what do we call this?

Agreement.
Meaning.
The motivational vector of change.
Alignment

Answer: D

Free Short Courses

If you are considering enrolling in one of our unique Master degrees, why not ‘try before you enrol’? Enrolling in these webinar-based free short courses allows insight into how we create a collaborative learning environment, and is also an opportunity to engage with other students and build networks. Passing course exams will earn you a certificate of achievement, and may even qualify you for credit – successfully complete 3 or more short courses and be eligible for 1 industry elective credit.

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