
Exec Diploma in Information Technology
The Executive Diploma in Information Technology is a comprehensive program designed to equip professionals with advanced technical knowledge and managerial skills essential for today’s dynamic IT landscape. This diploma blends theoretical concepts with practical applications, focusing on emerging technologies, IT management, and strategic decision-making.
Throughout the program, participants will gain expertise in core areas such as network infrastructure, cybersecurity, database management, cloud computing, software development, and IT governance. Additionally, the curriculum emphasizes leadership, project management, and business strategy to prepare graduates for executive roles in technology-driven organizations.
- Objective
- Acquiring a solid foundation in core IT disciplines such as networking, cybersecurity, systems administration, and cloud computing.
- Gaining practical experience with current technologies and tools used in IT infrastructure, support, and development environments.
- Learning to design, implement, and manage secure, scalable, and efficient IT systems aligned with business objectives.
- Developing skills in IT project leadership, including planning, execution, risk management, and cross-functional collaboration.
- Understanding how digital transformation, data analytics, and emerging technologies influence organizational strategy.
- Strengthening problem-solving and analytical thinking to diagnose IT issues and deliver innovative technology solutions.
- Enhancing communication and interpersonal skills to effectively lead IT teams and interact with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Learning Outcome
- Develop technical expertise in IT infrastructure, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and systems integration.
- Apply information technology solutions to optimize business processes and enhance operational efficiency.
- Strengthen strategic IT decision-making to support digital transformation, innovation, and competitive advantage.
- Build capability in IT project management, enterprise systems, and service delivery frameworks such as ITIL.
- Foster problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration, and ethical leadership in managing technology systems and teams.
- Core Modules
- IT Fundamentals
- Computer Networking
- Database Management Systems
- Cybersecurity Fundamentals
- Cloud Computing
- Systems Administration
- IT Project Management
- Software Development Fundamentals
- Professional Practices and Communication
- Enterprise Systems & IT Governance
- Data Analytics for IT (Optional)
- Elective Modules
- Data Analytics
- Advanced Excel for Data Analysis
- Social and Digital Media Analytics
- Artificial Intelligence tools
- Data Science
Learn the core concepts of computing, including hardware, software, operating systems, and system architecture. Understand how IT systems support organizational functions.
Explore network topologies, protocols, and configurations. Gain hands-on experience in setting up, managing, and troubleshooting LANs, WANs, and wireless networks.
Study the design, development, and management of databases. Learn SQL for querying and managing data and understand how databases support business applications.
Understand key cybersecurity concepts including threat analysis, network security, encryption, authentication, and compliance. Learn best practices for securing IT environments.
Explore cloud service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and platforms such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. Learn to deploy and manage cloud-based infrastructure and services.
Gain practical skills in managing and configuring Windows and Linux servers. Topics include user account management, backup strategies, and system security.
Learn how to initiate, plan, and execute IT projects using frameworks such as Agile and PMBOK. Focus on scheduling, resource allocation, budgeting, and stakeholder communication.
An introduction to programming concepts using languages like Python or Java. Understand logic structures, algorithms, and application development lifecycle.
Develop workplace communication skills, technical writing, ethical decision-making, and professional conduct in IT environments.
Study enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, IT service management frameworks (e.g., ITIL), and governance strategies to align IT with business goals.
Introduce students to basic data analytics concepts including data wrangling, visualization, and using tools such as Excel, Power BI, or Python for insights.
Develop
an understanding of Data analytics.
Introduces relational databases and SQL for querying,
updating, and managing data stored in databases
Focuses on Excel functions, pivot tables, lookups, VBA
scripting, and scenario modelling for data analysis in
business environments.
Evaluate
and assess opportunities and constraints
of using social media data by applying the relevant
metrics and tools
Identify,
implement, and recommend AI tools for
for specific data science and data analytics
problems.
Identify
the potential harms of data collection,
aggregation, and analysis, and learn ethics
guidelines for data scientists.