This programme is designed for graduates who want to enter or transition into IT.

Key Reasons:

• Gain foundation + specialised IT skills in a short duration
• Ideal for:
  • Career changers
  • Non-IT graduates entering tech
  • Professionals upgrading skills
• Learn real-world problem solving using IT tools
• Opportunity to choose specialisation pathways

Programme Structure / Subjects

Total: 4 Courses (15 credits each)

Core Course:

• Business Analysis and Intelligence

Specialisation Pathways (Choose One):

1. Digital Marketing Pathway

• Digital Marketing
• Studio 5 (Industry Project)
• Studio 6 (Industry Project)

2. Artificial Intelligence Pathway

• AI and Data Science
• Generative AI
• Studio 6 (Industry Project)

3. Business Intelligence Pathway

• AI and Data Science
• Studio 5 & Studio 6 (Projects)

Key Learning Areas:

• Business process analysis
• Data analytics & AI tools
• Digital marketing technologies
• Real-world IT project development

Disciplines / Specialisations

Students can specialise in:

•  Artificial Intelligence & Data Science
• Business Intelligence
• Digital Marketing

Highlights

• Short duration (?18 weeks full-time)
• Flexible online + blended learning
• Choose your career-focused pathway
• Work on real-world industry projects
• NZQA-approved qualification

Career Outcomes

Graduates can work as:

Technical Roles:

• Data Analyst
• Business Intelligence Analyst
• AI Solutions Engineer

Business & Analytics Roles:

• Marketing Data Analyst
• Customer Insights Analyst

Special Requirements / Important Notes

• Laptop required
• Basic digital/computer skills recommended
• Commitment: ~15 hours/week

Latest Updates / Industry Insights

• New Zealand needs 5,000+ IT professionals annually
• IT contributes ~8% of NZ GDP
• High demand in:
  • Data analytics
  • AI
  • Cloud computing

Final Summary

This programme is ideal if you want to:

• Transition into IT or data-related careers quickly
  
• Gain practical, job-ready skills in 4–9 months
• Specialise in AI, Business Intelligence, or Digital Marketing
  
• Study flexibly (online + part-time options)