Graduate Diploma in Information Technology (Business Analysis)

Graduates of this course possess an adaptable and creative digital skill set to craft better ICT solutions for discipline-specific problems. You will also graduate ready to employ advanced ICT strategies to analyse business practices and systems to optimise business performance. The analytical skills you develop will help you evaluate business practices and investment strategies to solve complex problems in business improvement projects.

Skills and tools in this course:

1. Problem-solving.
2. Display advanced knowledge in the business analysis discipline.
3. Core Body of Knowledge.
4. Analytical skills.
5. Demonstrate developed values and behaviours in professional contexts.
6. Apply advanced industry best practices.

The Graduate Diploma in Information Technology (Business Analysis) is designed for professionals looking to bridge the gap between business and technology. Whether you are starting out in IT or ready to specialise, this course builds a strong foundation in information systems while giving you the skills to evaluate business needs, identify inefficiencies and design technology-driven solutions.

Through case studies and hands-on learning, you will explore topics such as business process management, computer systems and security, and data analytics. Beyond technical skills, you will develop the confidence to communicate challenges, make sound recommendations, and present solutions at a senior level.

Delivered fully online, this course offers a pathway for non-IT professionals moving into the field and adds valuable expertise for IT professionals looking to expand into business-focused roles. It also provides articulation into the 12-month Master of Information Technology, giving you the opportunity to extend your study and specialise further.

Recommended study pattern

Students must study a total of 96 credit points:

Core units

Programming Fundamentals (IFQ581)

Rapid Web Development with Databases (IFQ582)

Computer Systems and Security (IFQ583)

Systems Innovation and Design (IFQ585)

Major core units

Advanced Business Analysis (IFQ562)

Fundamentals of Business Process Management (IFQ515)

Core options units

Complete 2 of the following | 12 credit points per unit

Trust and Artificial Intelligence (IFQ521)

Enterprise Systems Lifecycle Management (IFQ561)

Data Analytics for Strategic Decision-Makers (IFQ619)

Award requirements

To qualify for the award of the Graduate Diploma in Information Technology (Business Analysis), students must complete a total of 96 credit points.

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Indicative total fee $9,600

The amount shown here is indicative for an Australian citizen studying full-time, which is typically 8 subjects per year.

Fees may vary depending on:

• the subjects you choose
• credit from previous work experience
• your eligibility for government funding loans or subsidies such as HECS-HELP or a Commonwealth supported place.

To learn more, go to Fees or contact a student advisor.

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• A completed bachelor’s degree (or higher qualification) in any discipline; or
• a completed diploma (or higher qualification) in a relevant area, and two years full-time (or equivalent) professional work experience in a relevant area; or
• five years full-time (or equivalent) professional work experience in a relevant area.

Five years full-time (or equivalent) professional work experience in a relevant area.