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Graduate Certificate of Information Systems

Deakin University, Melbourne/Geelong, VIC, Australia

About this program

The Graduate Certificate of Information Systems at Deakin University is a half-year postgraduate course that develops skills in the design, evaluation and improvement of the information systems organisations depend on. Students build in-demand capability in business analysis, data management, digital innovation and IT-enabled change, guided by experts and working with current tools and practical case scenarios. The course is shaped by industry input and offers a pathway into the Master of Information Systems. Graduates work as business analysts, systems analysts and consultants, helping organisations use technology to improve decisions, operations and customer experience.

Fees & duration

Duration0.5 yr
Tuition (international)A$44,200
Application feeA$0

English test scores

IELTS6.5 overall (L6 R6 W6 S6)
PTE50 overall

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Course structure

  • Academic Integrity and Respect at Deakin (0-credit-point compulsory unit) 2 credit points of core units 2 credit points of course elective units. Core units: Foundation Skills in Data Analysis
  • Value Creation with Data and AI Course electives (select 2 credit points): Digital Business Analysis
  • Cyber Security Strategies
  • Business Intelligence and Database
  • Real World Analytics

Career & PR pathway

Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status

ICT Business AnalystANZSCO 261111

Primary outcomeMLTSSLCSOL

On both MLTSSL and CSOL, so it supports 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186. Common landing occupation for IT and business-analytics graduates.

Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)

Systems AnalystANZSCO 261112

MLTSSLCSOL

On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, with an ACS skills assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.

Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)

Database AdministratorANZSCO 262111

STSOLCSOL

On STSOL and CSOL, which supports the 190 and 491 (not the 189 on its own) plus the employer-sponsored 482/494/186.

Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)

Systems AdministratorANZSCO 262113

STSOLCSOL

On STSOL, supporting the 190 and 491. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.

Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)

List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.

Admissions

To be considered for admission to this degree you will need to meet at least one of the following criteria: completion of a bachelor degree or higher; at least two years' relevant work experience (or part-time equivalent)

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