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New Zealand Diploma in Information Systems with strands in Business Analysis, User Experience, IT Project Management, and Information Systems Innovation

Course details

New Zealand Diploma in Information Systems with strands in Business Analysis, User Experience, IT Project Management, and Information Systems Innovation
NZQF Level 6

About the course

The purpose of this qualification is to provide Aotearoa New Zealand with people who have attained a range of specialist professional and technical Information Systems (IS) skills. It will prepare people for employment in an intermediate level IS role in a range of organisational contexts, or for further study.

The qualification provides an opportunity for people wanting to broaden their skills and knowledge in IS, which may include people already working in the IT sector, as well as others wishing to enter it. Graduates will be capable of operating both independently and as part of a team.

Businesses, organisations and communities will benefit from having IT professionals who are experienced and qualified in specific contexts within IS.

This qualification is stranded in order to recognise the specific technical and theoretical skills and knowledge required to specialise in one of the following areas of IS practice.
* Business Analysis strand, which focuses on business analysis and managing software development processes.
* User Experience strand, which focuses on human computer interaction (HCI).
* IT Project Management strand, which focuses on the tools and techniques used in IT project management.
* Information Systems Innovation strand, which focuses on innovation to address organisational needs and opportunities.

About the provider

Founded in 2003, NZSE is an accredited NZQA Category One provider of tertiary qualifications in Business, Early Childhood Education, Healthcare, IT, Retail, Security, Military and University Preparation. With campuses in New Lynn, Manukau, Auckland CBD and Hamilton. 


Whatever career path you choose at NZSE you will get the benefits of practical experience, industry connections and internationally recognised qualifications. NZSE is funded by the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC), and we have strong partnerships with leading universities and polytechnics such as University of AUT, Massey and Waikato. Our programmes provide a broad variety of educational opportunities and pathways for both international and domestic students. 

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