Postgraduate Certificate in Information Technology PGCertInfoTech
University of Waikato New Zealand
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Information technology, also known as IT, refers to using computers, storage, networking, processes and infrastructure in order to create, process and store electronic data and information. An IT professional could also be responsible for data security and troubleshooting any computer or electronic device issues for team members.
Graduates of a masters degree in information technology have a variety of career paths available to them. These include data analyst, IT trainer, project manager, or database administrator, among other options.
Your degree will be delivered in a mixture of modes, including lectures and seminars, as well as computer laboratory sessions. Modules you study might include:
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