The rationale for the qualification is that it provides a career path for learners who wish to develop a broad base of knowledge and skills that will enable them to work in a variety of roles in the information technology (IT) industry, notably in programming, website design or PC maintenance. The technical skills and knowledge delivered through the successful achievement of the qualification are required and recognised internationally.

The diploma is accredited at Level 4 and has a total equivalence of 120 credits.

Core Units

• Information Technology and IT Ethics
• Mathematics and Statistics for IT
• PC Maintenance and Operating Systems
• Computer Graphics Editing and Database Concepts

Elective Units

• Logical IT Networking
• Physical IT Networking

1. To understand and apply the principles of IT in a range of business environments
2. To understand and apply the principles in a specific environment
3. To improve the employability of learners by allowing them to explore the relationship
   between management theories and their practical application in the IT world
4. Analyse problem solving techniques specific to business and industry
5. Select, collate, review and analyse information form a wide range of sources
6. Effectively use verbal and communication skills
7. Work independently and as part of a team
8. Manage one’s own personal development and growth

Entry to the qualifications will be through centre interview and learners will be expected to hold the following:

• demonstrated some ability and possess qualifications at Level 3, for example ‘A’ Levels or vocational awards;
• spent some time in an organisational role and shown they have capability and drive to develop;
• seeking further professional development and to gain work related skills and know-how.