University of Cape Town
IT Management
Acquire the knowledge and confidence to handle every aspect of contemporary IT operations effectively.
Start date
27 January 2025
Course duration
8 weeks
Excluding orientation
Language
English
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Effort
7–10 hours per week
Self-paced learning online
Course overview
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Duration: 8 weeks (excluding orientation)
Information technology (IT) is critical in enhancing operational efficiencies and facilitating new business models in contemporary business environments. To manage the rapidly changing IT industry effectively, professionals in this field must regularly update their knowledge and skills.
The IT Management online short course from the University of Cape Town (UCT) provides students with the practical skills and tools required to lead their company's IT operations. Using a case-based IT management approach, the curriculum blends core concepts with practical managerial themes. Participating students will learn to supervise IT infrastructure and processes and steer their teams through digital transformation challenges.
Is this course for you?
This practical online course is intended for IT managers and individuals who aspire to lead IT teams across industries. It examines the most recent IT trends and developments to assist students in generating business value through IT systems. IT administrators, officers, and technicians can also enrol to upgrade their skills and enhance their prospects of progressing to managerial positions. The course adopts a case-based approach to IT management, blending essential conceptual knowledge with practical managerial themes.
Course overview
Introduction
Duration: 8 weeks (excluding orientation)
Information technology (IT) is critical in enhancing operational efficiencies and facilitating new business models in contemporary business environments. To manage the rapidly changing IT industry effectively, professionals in this field must regularly update their knowledge and skills.
The IT Management online short course from the University of Cape Town (UCT) provides students with the practical skills and tools required to lead their company's IT operations. Using a case-based IT management approach, the curriculum blends core concepts with practical managerial themes. Participating students will learn to supervise IT infrastructure and processes and steer their teams through digital transformation challenges.
Is this course for you?
This practical online course is intended for IT managers and individuals who aspire to lead IT teams across industries. It examines the most recent IT trends and developments to assist students in generating business value through IT systems. IT administrators, officers, and technicians can also enrol to upgrade their skills and enhance their prospects of progressing to managerial positions. The course adopts a case-based approach to IT management, blending essential conceptual knowledge with practical managerial themes.
What will set you apart
A strategic IT management plan suited to your business context.
Knowledge of best practices for modern IT management, and insight into budgeting and resourcing, value chain optimisation, risk control, and change management.
An understanding of the latest IT trends in the areas of cybersecurity, DevOps, networks, design thinking, cloud, and IoT.
The ability to use information and communications technology (ICT) to solve business problems.
Unlimited access to edX’s Career Engagement Network, offering you exclusive resources and events to support your professional journey and drive your career forward.Course curriculum
Orientation module
Welcome to your Online Campus
Module 1
The role of IT management
Module 2
Budgeting and resource optimisation
Module 3
Knowledge and people management
Module 4
Innovative process and change management
Module 5
Optimising IT value chains: SCM, ERP, and CRM
Module 6
Managing risk: cybersecurity, privacy, and compliance
Module 7
Advances in information technology
Module 8
Strategic planning and the future of IT
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What past students
think
Alistair Leppens
IT Manager, Klydon
The content was very interesting and creates an ‘open-minded’ learning experience, whereby you actually think about what you've learnt and how the topics can be implemented into your current working environment.
Course Convenor
Dr Ulrike Rivett
Director of the School of IT, Professor in the Department of Information Systems, and iCOMMS Founder and Team Leader, UCT
About the certificate
Uncover the principles of IT management and earn an official certificate of completion from the University of Cape Town.
Assessment is continuous and based on a series of practical assignments completed online. In order to be issued with a digital certificate, you’ll need to meet the requirements outlined in the course handbook. The handbook will be made available to you as soon as you begin the course.
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Payment options
You can pay your course fees before the course starts, or you may opt for a split payment plan on courses that are nine weeks and shorter. For courses 10 weeks and longer, there is a three-part payment plan available. To find out more about payment options please visit our Payment and Financing page, or contact an Enrollment Adviser, to find out which option you qualify for.
Manage your time
GetSmarter's learning model is designed to help you, as a working professional, improve your skills without compromising on work and family responsibilities. The course work is broken up into weekly, manageable bite-sized modules, with incremental deadlines, designed to help you pace yourself over the duration of the course and allow you the legroom to work when it suits you best.
At the beginning of each module you'll be presented with the course content and assignments necessary for completion. You also have access to your Success Adviser who will help you manage your time, and support you with any administrative or technical queries you might have.
Seek employer assistance
By improving your skills and industry knowledge, you'll have an influence on the success of your organization. Why wouldn't you ask your boss to help you fund your studies if it's going to have an impact on the way you do business?
Of our past students, 37 percent have received financial assistance from their employers. You can ask for help, too. Here is a guide to show you how to request financial assistance from your employer.
If you are a Learning & Development (L&D) manager, or involved in training and upskilling for an organization, you can request information regarding our corporate offering on our GetSmarter for business page.
How to change your start date
As part of our commitment to your professional development, GetSmarter offers you a two-week period to change your course start date or request your money back if you’re not fully satisfied.
To qualify for a deferral of your course start date, or to cancel your enrollment and receive a refund of your course fee, your request would need to reach our Success Advisers before the release of Module 2. For more information, please read our Terms and Conditions.
Discover the Online Campus
The Online Campus will be your virtual classroom for the duration of your course. Through its easy-to-use interface you'll have access to a diverse variety of course content formats including: interactive videos, module notes, practice quizzes, presentations, assignment briefs, and additional web resources.
On the Online Campus, you'll also be able to ask questions and interact with your fellow students and teaching team through the discussion forums. If you are looking for your Online Campus login, please visit your Account page here.
Financing options
We've recently partnered with financial services firm, FeverTree, to offer you another convenient way to finance your short course education. Find out how you can apply for a short-term loan below.
How do I apply?
- You have the option of applying for a full course-cost loan agreement with FeverTree (South African citizens and short courses only)
- FeverTree works with GetSmarter to ensure your studies are financed right away, giving you the chance to join the soonest presentation
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- FeverTree’s application process is simple and quick – expect a 15-minute turnaround to find out if you’ve been successful with your loan application
- Even if you aren’t successful in your FeverTree application, you’ll still be eligible for the payment plan options with GetSmarter
