Diploma in Business Information Systems

Qualification Description:

This qualification will equip the students with the essential tools and proven techniques including business as well as IT skills specialising in the development of software that can help solve specific problems technically to spearhead major developmental initiatives and create cultures of innovation and engagement.  The course will provide students with broad business-oriented knowledge and indispensable IT-oriented skills.

This qualification is designed to give students a competitive advantage in pursuing a career in business or IT based on the blending of technological and business competencies. This qualification will help students to understand development concepts and professional issues relevant to business information systems. The main purpose of this qualification is to bring an integration of Information Systems in the Business Environment with management issues. Thus, this qualification will focus on training information system managers who will have an understanding of E-commerce and the IT trends.

Admission /Entry Requirements:

• To be registered for this qualification, candidates must hold an IUM Certificate in Business Information Systems or a recognised qualification at NQF level 5 or equivalent.

Career Opportunities:

Career opportunities for graduates of this qualification include but are not limited to:

• Technical Operations Officer
• Technical Support Engineer
• Technical Support Specialist
• Technical Specialist
• Data Analyst
• Database Administrator
• Network Technician

Courses to be covered