Proficiency Award 2 in Information Technology Management

Gain IT and Management skills in one course.

Develops a balance of skills in both Information Technology and management to produce a graduate with the foundation training to manage an IT business or department. This course does not require any previous IT experience though experience in using a personal computer will be useful.

• This course combines an education in broad I.T. skills, with business and management 
• Self paced, 1500 hour professional training, supported by a team of tutors from around the world
• A very practical course, where every student is treated as an individual; and helped to develop skills that will set them apart and improve their employ-ability anywhere in the world.

Accreditation: This course is internationally accredited through I.A.R.C

Core Modules:

Writing a Web Site (HTML)

1. Introduction to the Internet and HTML
2. The most important HTML Tags
3. Simplification through HTML Construction Software
4. Creating Links
5. Loading a Site onto the Internet
6. Adding Graphics
7. Designing a Web Site that Works
8. Advanced Features

Visual Basic .Net Programming

1. Introduction To Visual Basic
2. Code Theory (Part 1)
3. Code Theory (Part 2)
4. Objects (Part 1)
5. Objects (Part 2)
6. Application Design

ASP.Net

1. Introduction
2. VB.NET Essentials
3. Web Forms
4. Web Server Controls
5. Form Validation
6. Classes and Namespaces
7. ASP.NET Applications
8. Interacting with Databases
9. Error Handling
10. Email from Your Applications
11. Project: Creating an Online Store

E Commerce

1. Introduction – what is e-commerce (more than the internet)
2. Success and failure – what makes the difference
3. Promotional strategies – are different on the internet
4. Optimizing web site potential
5. Increasing web site exposure
6. Automating supply of goods, services and cash flow
7. Managing constant change
8. Dealing with e-commerce problems

SQL

1. Introduction to Databases
2. Fundamentals of SQL
3. Building a database with SQL
4. Storing & Retrieving Data
5. Advanced SQL database access methods
6. Database Security
7. Using SQL in applications
8. Cursors
9. Stored procedures
10. Error Handling
11. Dynamic SQL
12. Advice & Tips 

Javascript

1. Introduction
2. JavascriptEssentials I
3. Javascript Essentials 2
4. Functions
5. Events and Event handling
6. Advanced Javascript
7. Dynamic HTML
8. Writing Simple Web Applications
9. Pop Ups and Navigation Menus.
10. Javascript Applications

 Photoshop

1. Learning the menus
2. Working with digital image files
3. Understanding the Tool Palette
4. Using Layers, Actions and History
5. Digital painting, shapes and colours
6. Selecting, Resizing, Transforming and Masking
7. Adjustments and modifications
8. Adding Filters and Styles 
9. Preparing files for print and web

Publishing I

1. Nature and Scope of the Publishing world
2. Desktop Publishing A
3. Desktop Publishing B
4. Illustration: Graphics
5. Illustration: Photography
6. Research Skills : Market Research, researching an article, etc
7. Marketing of Publications
8. Ethics & the law in publishing
9. Developing a publishing project

Computer Servicing I

1. The Computer Workshop.
2. Computer and Workshop safety.
3. Hardware Components.
4. Different Systems & Basic Disassembly.
5. System Assembly.
6. Peripherals.
7. Installation of software.
8. Computer Maintenance.
9. Troubleshooting.

Computer Servicing II

1. Introduction to hardware components
2. Basic Diagnostic Equipment
3. Electric Circuits and Components
4. Problem Solving and Fault Analysis
5. Diagnostic Testing [A] (Self Tests and Diagnostic Cards)
6. Diagnostic Testing [B] (System Board and Memory Tests)
7. Software maintenance and troubleshooting
8. Disk drives and CD-ROM
9. Video and Audio Systems
10. Developing a Maintenance Program

Business Studies

1. Procedures for establishing a business
2. Management procedures, including Quality Assurance
3. Communication with suppliers and customers
4. Problem solving techniques
5. Staff management
6. Financial management
7. Developing production strategies
8. Evaluating marketing performance

Business Planning

1. Introduction to business plans
2. Focus and Direction – Developing a clear direction and developing mission and vision statements
3. Developing strategies and objectives
4. Planning for growth
5. Risk management and contingencies
6. Systems – quality management, innovation management, information technology and control processes.
7. Marketing plans
8. Operations plans
9. Human resources plans
10. Financial plans

Project Management

1. Introduction to Project Management
2. Project Identification
3. Project Planning
4. Project Implementation
5. Project Completion & Evaluation
6. Improving Key Technical Skills
7. Improving Key Leadership Skills
8. Improving Key Interpersonal Skills

Networking Foundations

1. Networking Terms, Concepts and Standards
2. Network Topology, Architecture and Transmission Media
3. Network Components and Hardware
4. Network Design and Planning
5. Network Upgrading and Project Management
6. Network Protection and Maintenance
7. Understanding Network Connecting Options
8. Installation and Configuration of Network
9. Basic TCP/IP Services and Applications
10. Troubleshooting Tools for TCP/IP Networks

Marketing (Foundations)

1. Marketing and the Business
2. Scope of Marketing
3. Target Marketing
4. The Marketing Mix and Managing the Marketing Effort
5. Product Presentation and Packaging
6. Promotion
7. Product Pricing and Distribution
8. Customer Service
9. Market Research
10. Organisations - Structures and Roles

Research Project I

The Research Project involves some theoretical studies followed by designing, conducting and writing up research on a relevant topic. Selection of the topic, and progress in this project is monitored and guided by a tutor.

Industry Meetings (100 hours)

Industry Meetings involves attendance at committee meetings, seminars, conferences, exhibitions, trade shows, or any other events that are relevant. The student needs to submit documentary proof of attendance (eg. references, testimonials, receipts etc)

Please request your free course information pack today.