UNIVERSITY OF CAPE TOWN

INFORMATION SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT

ONLINE SHORT COURSE

In collaboration with leaders in online education, GetSmarter

Duration

8 weeks, excluding
orientation

Effort

10 hours per week,
entirely online

Learning Format

Weekly modules,
flexible learning

ON COMPLETION OF THIS COURSE, YOU’LL WALK AWAY WITH:

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The ability to bridge the gap between business and technology by providing solutions to business problems using information systems.

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An understanding of a mix of computer systems knowledge, communication and interpersonal skills, and practical business orientation.

3

Powerful proof of your competencies in information systems through recognition from Africa’s number one University.1


1 QS Top Universities (2019)

COURSE CURRICULUM

Module 1:
Introduction to Information Systems
Module 2:
Telecommunications, Networks and Databases and IoT
Module 3:
Competitive Advantage and Information Technology
Module 4:
Applications in Business Management
Module 5:
E-business, E-commerce, and M-commerce
Module 6:
IT Strategy for Technology and Business Processes
Module 7:
Management Applications: Enterprise and Global Systems
Module 8:
Corporate Governance, Ethics and Privacy

YOUR HEAD TUTOR

Johannes Coetzee

Johan started lecturing Information Technology and Information Management at the Potchefstroom Business School in 2002. He is a consultant for the Institute for Technology, Strategy and Innovation, as well as the programme manager for E-records at Le Mark.

He has a wealth of experience, with clients ranging from SASOL to Vodacom, and will guide you throughout the course.

AN ONLINE EDUCATION THAT SETS YOU APART

This UCT online short course is delivered in collaboration with online education provider GetSmarter, part of edX. Join a growing community of global professionals, and benefit from the opportunity to:

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Gain verifiable and relevant competencies and earn invaluable recognition from an international selection of universities and institutions, entirely online and in your own time.

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Enjoy a personalised, people-mediated online learning experience created to make you feel supported at every step.

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Experience a flexible but structured approach to online education as you plan your learning around your life to meet weekly milestones.

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