Post Graduate Diploma in Information Systems

Africa Training Institute is pleased to announce Post Graduate Diploma in Information Systems Course. This is both an online and Distance Learning Course, which starts 1st of every month.

Overall Course Overview

Employers are increasingly demanding for professionals in the humanitarian world as well as the development world to have an understanding of information management tools. It is evident that developments in information and communication technology have in a great way changed the way information is collected, stored, processed, disseminated and used. To achieve the strategic goals of any person or organization it is important to be cognizant of the information systems and how they are managed. The course is also very instrumental in solving of organizational problems which may be associated with data handling.

It is broad-ranging and concentrates on the latest tools, techniques and practices of information systems management. Covering object-oriented programming, computer systems and networking, advanced database design, web systems, technology change management and integration, and much more; the course exposes you to the most recent developments in both the theory and practice of modern information systems.

The Following are the Key Thematic Areas Participants Will Cover:

  1. Management Information System
  2. ICT Policy and Information System, IT Strategic Planning
  3. Information Systems Analysis, Design and Development
  4. Database Systems
  5. Data Communications and Networks
  6. Information System Security Management
  7. Information System Project Planning and Management
  8. Internet Technologies, Business Intelligence and Data Mining
  9. Information Technology, information System Governance and Audit
  10. Quantitative Methods in Decision Making

Minimum Entry Requirements

Common regulations governing Post-Graduate Diplomas shall be applicable

The following shall be eligible for admission

  • Holders of a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognizable University

  • Holders of an equivalent qualification from any other recognizable Institution

Practicum

  • The Entire Duration is one year (2 Semesters)

  • Candidates shall be expected to submit 10 Assignments (Continuous Assessment Tests) that account to 70% of their Final Grade, and a Project Paper at the tail end of the course which accounts to 30% of their Final Grade.

Mode of Delivery

Online / Distance Learning

Application Procedure

Applicants should fill out a detailed Application form and send it back via e-mail to [email protected]

General Course Contact

The Academics Manager,
Africa Training Institute Studies (ATI)
E-mail: [email protected]