Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 2 |
This version first released with ICA11 Information and Communications Technology Training Package Version 2. Addition of new unit of competency to Elective Group C. |
Release 1 |
This Qualification first released with ICA11 Information and Communications Technology Training Package version 1.0 |
Description
This qualification provides high level information and communications technology (ICT), process improvement and business skills and knowledge to enable an individual to be effective in senior ICT roles within organisations. The qualification builds on a base core of management competencies, with specialist and general elective choices to suit particular ICT and business needs, especially in the areas of knowledge management and systems development.
Job roles
Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
- knowledge management analyst
- knowledge manager
- manager, IT infrastructure solutions
- business development manager
- software manager.
Pathways Information
Pathways into the qualification
Preferred pathways for candidates considering this qualification include:
- after achieving any ICA11 Diploma qualification or other relevant Diploma
OR
- with demonstrated vocational experience in a range of work environments in senior information technology or systems roles, including analyst or designer.
Pathways from the qualification
ICA11 Vocational Graduate Certificate qualifications or other higher education sector qualifications.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
There is no link between this qualification and licensing, legislative or regulatory requirements. However users should confirm requirements with the relevant federal, state or territory authority. There may be some alignment with industry standard certification competencies.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Employability Skills Summary
The following table contains a summary of the employability skills required by industry for this qualification. The employability skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on qualification packaging options.
Employability skill |
Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification |
Communication |
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Teamwork |
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Problem-solving |
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Initiative and enterprise |
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Planning and organising |
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Self-management |
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Learning |
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Technology |
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Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 16
5 core units plus
11 elective units, of which:
- 5 units must be from one of the following specialist elective groups:
- Group A Knowledge management
- Group B Systems development
- of the remaining units:
- up to 6 units may be from the specialist elective groups below or from Group C general elective units
- up to 3 units may be from elsewhere in ICA11 or any other Training Package or accredited course at Diploma level or above.
The elective units chosen must be relevant to the work outcome and meet local industry needs.
Core units
BSBWOR502B Ensure team effectiveness
ICAICT608A Interact with clients on a business level
ICAICT610A Manage copyright, ethics and privacy in an IT environment
ICAPMG609A Plan and direct complex IT projects
ICTSUS6233A Integrate sustainability in ICT planning and design projects
Elective units
Specialist elective units
Group A Knowledge management
ICADBS501A Monitor and improve knowledge management system
ICADBS601B Build a data warehouse
ICADBS602A Develop a knowledge management strategy
ICAICT604A Identify and implement business innovation
ICAICT605A Implement a knowledge management strategy
Group B Systems development
ICAICT508A Evaluate vendor products and equipment
ICAICT602A Develop contracts and manage contracted performance
ICAPRG604A Create cloud computing services
ICASAD504A Implement quality assurance processes for business solutions
ICASAD505A Develop technical requirements for business solutions
ICASAS601A Implement change-management processes
General elective units
Group C
BSBINN601B Manage organisational change
BSBMGT608C Manage innovation and continuous improvement
ICADBS603B Determine suitability of database functionality and scalability
ICAICT601A Develop IT strategic and action plans
ICAICT603A Manage the use of appropriate development methodologies
ICAICT606A Develop communities of practice
ICAICT609A Lead the evaluation and implementation of current industry-specific technologies
ICANWK601A Design and implement a security system
ICANWK616A Manage security, privacy and compliance of cloud service deployment
ICAPMG606A Manage IT project quality
ICAPRG601A Develop advanced mobile multi-touch applications
ICAPRG602A Manage the development of technical solutions from business specifications
ICASAD602A Conduct knowledge audits