MASTER OF SCIENCE IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

e Master of Science in Information Technology (MSIT) is available as a one-year track program and the Master of Science in Information Technology (Information Technology Management) (MSIT (ITM)) as a two-year track program. Master of Science in Information Technology (MSIT) - One-year Track e MSIT one-year track program is available to students with three years or more (3+) professional experience. e MSIT one-year track requires 144 units: 66 units of core courses 78 units of elective courses technologies and apply them intelligently to meet the needs of each application Apply their practical experience in IT projects developed through assessment projects for real world clients focussing on technology auditing and recommendations, and system development Utilise high level interpersonal skills to negotiate and communicate e ectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders verbally and in writing
Curriculum

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Master of Science in Information Technology (Information Technology Management) (MSIT (ITM)) - Two-year Track e MSIT (ITM) two-year track program is available to students with less than three years (0-3) professional experience. e MSIT (ITM) two-year track requires 168 units: 114 units of core courses 30 units of elective courses 24 unit capstone project (Information Systems Project) One full-semester internship

Carnegie Mellon Universitys MSIT and MSIT (ITM) degree feature a unique interdisciplinary curriculum of analytical and quantitative studies. Students are empowered to customise their degree by selecting from a variety of course electives carried out via coursework and independent study.
Exemptions

Students are strongly encouraged to apply for exemption of a required course if they possess the skills taught in that course (excluding project work courses). Exemptions allow students to take additional electives without reducing the total number of units required for the degree. To receive an exemption, you must either take a qualifying exam or pass an interview with the instructor of the relevant course.
Independent Study

CRICOS CODE: 072573M

Students have the opportunity to study one semester at Carnegie Mellon Universitys Pittsburgh campus through the University Exchange Program.

Independent study courses provide students the exibility to direct their program and explore their area of interest in depth. Independent study allows a student to undertake an elective course through one-on-one interaction with a professor, rather than in a class format. Students are permitted to count up to 12 units of independent study towards their degree.
Real World Experience

Learning Outcomes

At completion of the MSIT or MSIT (ITM) program, graduates will be able to competently: Design, document and develop robust, extensible and highly maintainable data-intensive applications using cutting edge technologies tailored to the speci c needs of any business scenario Explain and apply the core aspects of information technology principles and tools, and manage their implementation in a business context Understand and facilitate the strategic and operational bene ts of business models and technology applications Manage complex IT projects with consideration of the human, nancial and environmental factors and an understanding of risk management processes, and operational and policy implications Understand the strengths and limitations of current

MSIT and MSIT (ITM) students undertake extensive learning and practical experience in the eld of information technology and management through Information System Projects unique to Carnegie Mellon University, internships and convocations providing them with a competitive career advantage.
Information System Projects

e Information Systems Project course takes students beyond theory into the practical application of skills through the opportunity to work with public and private companies, and government agencies on real-world projects. e goal of these projects is to provide MSIT and MSIT (ITM) students with the skills necessary for structuring, managing, and carrying out information systems projects within an organisation.

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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (CONTINUED)

Internship Convocations

Students are provided the opportunity to undertake an internship with public and private companies or government agencies to gain invaluable real world work experience. MSIT (ITM) students undertake a full-semester internship as part of their core requirements while MSIT students can elect to undertake an internship on a part-time basis (subject to availability). Internships provide the opportunity for students to gain a better understanding of the practical challenges facing todays institutions, adding greater depth of knowledge and experience to an already robust degree.

Convocations are an exclusive forum in which students have the invaluable opportunity to learn from high pro le guest speakers who lead organisations, analyse and develop policy and play an integral role in information technology, public policy and management.
Programming Prerequisite

At least one college-level computer programming course is required. We recommend an object-oriented programming course, such as Java. Completing a programming course prior to enrolment will allow more curriculum exibility.
MSIT (66 Units)
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Required Core Courses

Database Management Telecommunications Management e-Business Technology and Management Object-Oriented Programming (Java) Object Oriented Analysis and Design Internet Technologies Project Management for IT Organisational Management Financial Accounting Principles of Finance Information Systems Project

Units
12 12 12 12 6 6 6 12 6 6 24

MSIT (ITM) (114 Units)

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Sample Electives IT Management

Decision Making Under Uncertainty Product Management in IT Statistics for IT Managers Economics Analysis Global IT Sourcing Business Process Modelling Organisational Management Financial Accounting* Principles of Finance* Statistics for IT Managers* Information Systems Project*

Units

Sample Electives Technology

Units

6 6 6 6 6 6 12 6 6 6 12

Introduction to Information Security Management Decision Support Systems Applied Enterprise Architecture Introduction to Geographic Information Systems Service Oriented Architecture Distributed Systems Mobile Software Development Data Mining Mobile Commerce Advanced Telecommunication Technology and Management

12 6 6 12 6 12 6 6 6 6

Students of the MSIT one-year program are required to complete 78 units of elective courses. Students of the MSIT (ITM) two-year program are required to complete 30 units of elective courses. e sample electives above represent only a small portion of electives available. Please visit www.cmu.edu.au for a full list of electives available for you to customise your degree to suit your individual requirements. *Students of the MSIT one-year program are strongly recommended to complete this course.

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