ICA70111 - Vocational Graduate Certificate in Information Technology and Strategic Management
Vocational Graduate Certificate in Information Technology and Strategic Management
This qualification provides skills and knowledge for individuals to lead the analysis, implementation and management of emerging and converging information and communication technologies as they are integrated into the business process to support organisational strategic goals.
Job roles
Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
information systems manager
information technology director
chief information officer
senior infrastructure delivery manager
information technology manager
service delivery manager.
Subjects
Total number of units = 4
1 core units plus
3 elective units
The elective units consist of:
up to 3 from the elective units listed below
up to 1 from elsewhere in ICA11 or any other Training Package or accredited course at Vocational Graduate Certificate level or above.
The elective units chosen must be relevant to the work outcome and meet local industry needs.
ICASUS701A Plan and manage virtualisation for IT sustainability
ICASUS702A Conduct a business case study for integrating sustainability in IT planning and design projects
ICTSUS7235A Use ICT to improve sustainability outcomes
ICTSUS7236A Manage improvements in ICT sustainability
Pathways...
Pathways into the qualification
Preferred pathways for candidates considering this qualification include:
after achieving any ICA11 Advanced Diploma or other relevant Advanced Diploma.
OR
with demonstrated vocational experience in a range of work environments in senior information technology and systems roles, including analyst or designer.
Pathways from the qualification
Other ICA11 Vocational Graduate Certificate qualification or other higher education sector qualifications.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Licensing Information
There is no link between this qualification and licensing, legislative or regulatory requirements. However users should confirm requirements with the relevant federal, state or territory authority. There may be some alignment with industry standard certification competencies.
Employability Skills
The following table contains a summary of the employability skills required by industry for this qualification. The employability skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on qualification packaging options.
Employability skill
Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification
Communication
writing and presenting high-level strategic and business reports
determining options in discussion with customers to rectify faults
making a complete check of installation against installation plans
reading, interpreting and using equipment or system manuals and specifications and relevant enterprise policy and documentation
conveying information to clients, colleagues and other site personnel
providing feedback to customers on ICT service and equipment
Teamwork
assigning roles to team members and leading teams
determining and directing team tasks and goals
recognising and responding positively to conflict within a team
facilitating team members to work with clients
cultivating and enhancing partnerships and relationships with industry
liaising with clients, employer, supervisors, work associates, team members and other contractors
Problem-solving
ranking causes of problems, working from system-wide impacts to specific impacts
facilitating resolution of diagnosed network security problems to secure the network
developing strategies to overcome identified barriers to installation within time and budget restrictions
directing adjustment and rectification of faults ensuring optimal system operation
determining cable routes, taking into account building services, safety, industry codes and practices, and customer requirements
following up promptly on difficulties and known problem areas
Initiative and enterprise
prioritising urgent requests and acting according to organisational guidelines
identifying barriers to installation and developing strategies to overcome them within time and budget restrictions
adapting plan to suit specific features of site
managing issues and providing solutions within established guidelines
interacting with enterprise personnel, customers and other contractors keeping a customer focus and considering customer needs
Planning and organising
setting realistic short and long-term career objectives
planning and monitoring projects to meet key dates and milestones
endorsing a business plan and directing research for an ICT innovation
prioritising work according to organisational guidelines
executing a test of network security arrangements
Self-management
complying with all related OHS requirements and work practices
developing installation plans to ensure minimal disruption to the workplace
relating own role to the industry and establishing own work schedule
devising strategies to present a professional image to customers
interpreting and applying relevant regulations and standards
Learning
relating current or intended role to career objectives in a proactive manner
giving and receiving feedback to meeting team and organisational goals
making clients aware of opportunities that exist for system upgrades, additional services and training
seeking assistance from team members when necessary
providing suitable training and assessment opportunities for work team members
providing training to customers on system, product, product features and facilities
Technology
ensuring correct and safe use of tools and equipment and adjustments to manufacturer specifications
facilitating convergence of many integrated and emerging technologies
managing the testing and measuring of broadband network infrastructure
directing the procurement, installation and operation of telecommunications equipment and products
directing relevant acceptance testing and analysing results against specified performance criteria
