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OBJECTIVE
This program is to enable students to build upon and develop their expertise in risk-based internal auditing in the context of IT threats, vulnerabilities and controls. It will enable practicing IT auditors to prepare on IT Audits requiring detailed technical knowledge and understanding of IT systems and processes. It provides specialist IT auditors with the skills to critically assess IT risks and communicate these effectively with middle and senior managers. The module prepares students for dealing with risks across the full spectrum of contingencies, including those associated with major IT transformation projects in order to deliver the required level of assurance to the Board, embracing current trends and emerging technologies. It also develops the expertise needed to determine the need to implement external specialists effectively.
Career Opportunities
With the Diploma in Information Technology Audit, you are capable of pursuing your rewarding career in any sector of the economy with position ranging from a:
- Software Specialist
- Network Specialist
Who Can Apply?
Academic:
- Student must have minimum age of 17 years old with GCE 'O' Level, SPM or equivalent
- Mature applicants of 25 years of age with minimum of 2 years of working experience
- Other qualifications will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis
English Requirements:
If English is not your first language you are also required to provide evidence of your English language skills as listed below.
- Min. English IELTS 5.5 or equivalent
- Other qualifications will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis
Duration
2 Years (Full Time)
Intakes
March, May, August
Course Schedules
March 2011 - March 2012
May 2010 - May 2011
August 2010 - August 2011
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This diploma is awarded by Chartered Institute of Technology.
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ICIT 101
Information Technology - Concepts
Level: Diploma
Year: 1
Stage: 1
- To ground students in fundamental knowledge of business computing and information concepts
- To provide students with an introduction to microcomputer hardware and commercial software applications
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ICPR 211
Discrete mathematical structures
Level: Diploma
Year: 1
Stage: 1
- Learn how theory and applications complement each other.
- Motivate proofs by presenting examples to show their relevance to the concept. Not only do we present proofs, we show how proofs are constructed.
- AAlgorithms – first show how the algorithm works, then formally present the algorithm.
- Provide a rich collection of exercises for each chapter, including a set of programming exercises.
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COMM 211
Business Communication I
Level: Diploma
Year: 1
Stage: 1
- In this course, you will learn to thrive in today's fast-paced business environment. In the context of solving realistic business case problems, you will learn how to deliver a wide range of business documents, e-mails, and oral presentations. In the process, you will use technology to communicate effectively, address the needs of diverse audiences, and consider the ethical implications of your communication practices
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COMM 221
Business Communication II
Level: Diploma
Year: 1
Stage: 2
- In this course, you will learn to thrive in today's fast-paced business environment. In the context of solving realistic business case problems, you will learn how to deliver a wide range of business documents, e-mails, and oral presentations. In the process, you will use technology to communicate effectively, address the needs of diverse audiences, and consider the ethical implications of your communication practices
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AFPA 111
Principles of Accounting I
Level: Diploma
Year: 1
Stage: 2
- This introductory module provides students with an understanding of the basic concepts and principles of accounting.
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ICPR 212
Introduction to Computer PRogramming
Level: Diploma
Year: 1
Stage: 2
Pre-requisites: ICIT 101
- To introduce students to programming concepts and prepare them to develop business software.
- To give students the knowledge to carry out Object-Oriented Design: the mapping of an Object-Oriented Analysis onto the implementation features of a specific programming language.
- To give students an understanding of what is required to use an Object-Oriented programming language to implement an Object-Oriented Design and produce solutions to stated programming problems
- To give students knowledge and experience in collecting, interpreting and using software metrics concerning programme size, construction duration and defect induction.
- To provide students with the knowledge needed to design a testing strategy with appropriate data, and the understanding to interpret competently the results
- To give students the knowledge to follow ‘good practise’ structured programming techniques
- To provide students with the skills to apply the programming techniques learned through the given language.
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ICCA 222
Computer Operating Systems
Level: Diploma
Year: 1
Stage: 3
- The main focus is to foster an understanding of operating system fundamentals: what types of services they provide, how various applications interface with them, and the restrictions they have on those applications
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ICIS 203
object-oriented analysis and design
Level: Diploma
Year: 1
Stage: 3
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This course is intended to give students a solid foundation in systems analysis and design using an object-oriented approach.
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This new approach has been widely recognized as the future of the analysis and design market by students and instructors.
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The text integrates two running cases using the Rocky Mountain Outfitters Corporation and Reliable Pharmaceuticals for students to present and apply business concepts.
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In addition, students will learn "Best Practices", which are highlighted throughout each chapter to give students concrete examples of what concepts to apply in a business environment.
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ICIT 241
website development
Level: Diploma
Year: 1
Stage: 3
- Explain the requirements for storing information on the WWW
- Design effective web pages
- Construct static HTML web pages
- Apply the use of images, sound and video effectively on web pages
- Apply web-programming techniques to create non-static (DHTML) web pages
- Explain the significance of TCP/IP as it relates to Web Site Development
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ICPR 222
Java PRogramming
Level: Diploma
Year: 2
Stage: 4
Pre-requisites: ICPR 212
- This course employs the project-oriented approach to learning, presenting Java programming concepts in a straightforward way.
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ICIS 214 Systems Life Cycle Management
Level: Diploma
Year: 2
Stage: 4
- In this course, we learn how theory and applications complement each other
- Motivate proofs by presenting examples to show their relevance to the concept
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ISIA 201 IS Auditing I
Level: Diploma
Year: 2
Stage: 4
- Learn how to analyze Windows, UNIX, and Linux systems; secure databases; examine wireless networks and devices; and audit applications. Plus, you'll get up-to-date information on legal standards and practices, privacy and ethical issues, and the CobiT standard.
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ICCA 203 Business Data Communications and Computer Networks
Level: Diploma
Year: 2
Stage: 5
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ICPR 312
Database MANAGEMENT Systems
Level: Diploma
Year: 2
Semester: 5
Pre-requisites: ICPR 212
- To give the students an understanding of the significance of Database Management Systems in business.
- To ensure that students have the knowledge and experience to use at least two typical database management system applications to solve typical commercial problems
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ICPR 311 Introduction to Programming in VB. Net
Level: Diploma
Year: 2
Stage: 5
- To introduce students to the Visual Basic programming language
- To provide students with a working knowledge of how to apply programming principles.
- To compare Visual Basic with another programming language
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ICPM 323 Introduction to Project Management
Level: Diploma
Year: 2
Stage: 6
- Understand the genesis of project, program, and portfolio management and their importance to enterprise success
- Describe the various approaches for selecting projects, programs, and portfolios
- Explain the main tasks involved in and outputs of initiating, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling, and closing projects
- Apply project management concepts by working on a team project as project manager or active team member
- Use Microsoft Project 2003 and other software to help plan and manage a project
- Appreciate the importance of good project management
- Share examples of good and bad project management
- Prepare and present a presentation related to project management
- Use knowledge and skills developed in this class in other settings
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ISIA 202 IS AUDITING II
Level: Diploma
Year:2
Stage: 6
- Learn how to analyze Windows, UNIX, and Linux systems; secure databases; examine wireless networks and devices; and audit applications. Plus, you'll get up-to-date information on legal standards and practices, privacy and ethical issues, and the CobiT standard.
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ISIA 303
Internet Security
Level: Diploma
Year: 2
Stage: 6
- This course is designed to give students backgrounds and experience of network security. With real-world examples that reflect today's most important and relevant security topics, Penetration Testing will address how and why people attack computers and networks, so that readers can be armed with the knowledge and techniques to successfully combat hackers. Because the world of information security changes so quickly and is often the subject of much hype, this book also aims to provide a clear differentiation between hacking myths and hacking facts. Straightforward in its approach, this valuable resource teaches the skills needed to go from hoping a system is secure to knowing that it is.
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