CREATE your FUTURE IN APPLIED INFORMATICS s from data IMAGINE if you could extract vital business insight in the right and deliver it to the right people, at the right time, place and in the right way. create your world POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN APPLIED INFORMATICS CENTRE FOR BUSINESS, INFORMATION TEChNOLOGy AND ENTERPRISE create your world www.wintec.ac.nz
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN APPLIED INFORMATICS IT1101 PROGRAMME OVERVIEW Dates Starts Feburary/July Study Full time for 1 year or up to 3 years part-time Application Dates Places on this programme are limited so get your application in as soon as possible Fee guideline Domestic: $6425.92* International: $19,789.00* Location City Campus, Hamilton *2015 academic year KEy FEATURES BUSINESS CONNECTIONS This programme has been developed in consultation with our industry partners so you will get the skills and knowledge that are relevant for future employment opportunities in New Zealand and around the world. PROGRAMME CONTENT This programme is about managing information technology to create solutions in a business environment. You will take into account the social, cultural and organisational setting in which the information will be used. Areas of specialization could include e-commerce, strategic planning, organisational behaviour and services management. You will learn about management analysis and implementation of information systems that can deliver results to the right people effectively and you will learn how to think critically and solve problems creatively. You will study: Informatics and Society Project Management for Informatics Then select from the following electives: Management of Information Systems Management Support Systems e-business Models and Systems e-business Strategies Strategy in Management Organisational Behaviour and Change Accounting Informatics Information Systems Essentials Information Technology Essentials Business Essentials And others... IN DEMAND We live in an age where the volume and complexity of information available threatens to overwhelm us. There is a demand in New Zealand for management of the necessary systems and people to make such information commercially useful, bridging the gap between the business and IT people. LEARN FROM ThE BEST Throughout the year you ll learn from some of the best in the industry, including guest lecturers who specialise in informatics related topics. Wintec is an early-adopter partner with Microsoft, so you will always work on their latest programs.
WhAT ARE ThE ENTRy CRITERIA? QUALIFICATIONS A degree (or equivalent), that incorporates applied IT studies; or any other degree (or equivalent) and at least two year s experience of designing and/or developing and/or customising an information system in a business context (including the education, health, government and not-for-profit sectors). APPLICATION PROCESS Check that you meet the entry criteria Application will be assessed by the Applied Informatics review panel. Submit your completed application to enrol form. Download form from www.wintec.ac.nz or call 0800 2946 832 ENGLISh LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Candidates who have English as a second language are required to have an International English Language Test System (IELTS) score of 6.5, with no individual band score lower than 6.0; or equivalent. Interview with one of our tutors This is an opportunity for domestic students to review study plans and discuss opportunities within the Centre (This can also happen before your acknowledgement of application) Receive acknowledgement of your application Confirmation of entry Letter confirming placement to be returned to the Centre Application outcome You will receive a letter advising you of the outcome of your application Graduates from the Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Informatics will be the link between business and IT that every business is looking for. They can bring in their technical and business skills into positions like IT Manager, Project Manager, Business Analyst. Their communication and problem solving skills will make them sought after. Graham Gaylard, CEO and Founder of Netvalue Ltd
FINDING OUT MORE TAKE A TOUR We conduct tours of Wintec Campus and facilities showcase the learning environment. These tours are a good opportunity to ask questions about the programmes, facilities and work environment. Book online. CONTACT US There is a world-wide demand for experts able to bridge the gap between business and IT. Together with our business and IT industry partners we developed the Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Informatics to meet that demand. There are similar new qualifications around the world but this is the first of its kind in New Zealand. It is an excellent developmental step for people looking at enhancing their career opportunities. You will learn specialist skills that are now in demand New Zealand wide as well as overseas. Klaus Reiter Centre Director, Centre for Business, Information Technology and Enterprise Wintec s Centre for Business, Information Technology and Enterprise have experts in the Student Enrolment and Information Centre who will be able to help with all of your questions. Student Enrolment and Information Centre: City Campus, A Block, Gate 3, Tristram Street, Hamilton Open hours: Monday, Thursday, Friday 7.30am - 5.00pm Tuesday 9.30am - 5.00pm Wednesday 7.30am -6.00pm 0800 2946 832 www.wintec. ac.nz WT0259