What does Information Technology Management involve?

Information Technology Management deals with IT as a valuable resource within each and every organization or business. It is concerned with designing or developing products or services in order to ensure customer satisfaction, productivity and, most importantly, making a profit. IT Managers are therefore responsible for the successful running and operation of all IT Services within a firm, so that the employees are able to perform their functions and deliver the overall targets.

Why should I study Information Technology Management?

In the modern era, basically everything has become computerised, and life without this technology is almost unthinkable. Obtaining a qualification in this field is to every student’s advantage, as there still is a shortage of trained professionals to assist employees when IT problems arise. Strong IT leadership is of the utmost importance in every firm, because if certain IT services should break down, an entire organisation could be brought to a halt. In the 21st century, IT has become synonymous with productivity, and without productivity no business can be successful.

Typical career opportunities for someone who has done a course in Business Management Studies specialising in Information Technology Management:

General Manager
IT Manager
Office Manager

Course Structure

In order to complete the SAIM Business Management Diploma: Information Technology Management, students must complete all of the following Subjects:

College SA Orientation Pack  

Certificate Level Subjects

• Management Principles

• Business Communication

• Business Accounting

• Self Management

• Marketing Management Principles

• Information Technology Principles

Diploma Level Subjects

• Management Practice

• Economics A – Micro Economics

• Business Law Principles

• Economics B – Macro Economics

• Information Technology Practice

• Quantitative Techniques

Is Information Technology Management the right qualification for you?

Do this quick and easy questionnaire to find out if the SAIM Business Management Diploma: Information Technology Management is the right course for you. Answer either YES or NO.

1. Are you interested in Information Technology, in other words the development, installation and implementation of computer systems and telecommunications?

2. Are you able to work under pressure and think creatively?

3. Do you consider yourself to be organized, systematic and analytical?

4. Do you wish to register for a course that is endorsed by a Professional Institute?

5. Do you wish to register for a course that will give you skills in Information Technology Management?

6. Do you need a Diploma which is recognized by industry both inside and outside South Africa?

7. Do you wish to obtain a qualification that will be a useful tool in advancing your career in Information Technology Management?

8. Do you want to belong to a Professional Membership Institute which will recognize your qualifications as well as your managerial and other work experience?

9. Are you aiming at a Managerial position, but you don’t have the skills and qualifications you need to be a Manager?

10. Do you recognize that there is a critical shortage of well-trained Information Technology Management personnel in business today?

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If you answered YES to more than five of these questions, then the SAIM Business Management Diploma: Information Management is the RIGHT course for you. We recommend that you register for this course right away!

Call the College on 0800 21 23 22 to take the next step.

If you did not answer YES to more than five of the questions, then perhaps you should consider one of our other courses or fill in the form at the bottom of this page and we will contact you. Alternatively, call the College on 0800 21 23 22 to speak to one of our friendly Student Registrars and they can help you determine which is the right course for you.

Other courses you may be interested in

National Certificate: Small Business Financial Management
College SA Certificate in Events Co-ordination
College SA Certificate: Tourism Management
College SA Certificate in Project Management: Basic

Call the College on 0800 21 23 22 to find out how you can register for one of these courses.

Assessment and Award

When you enrol for this course, you’ll receive the relevant textbooks. You have to successfully complete and submit assignments in order to pass this course. Once you have successfully completed the assignments prescribed by College SA, you may apply to write the examinations with the SAIM. Upon successful completion of your exams. SAIM will award you with a Diploma in Business Management – Information Technology Management.

Should you successfully complete all the Certificate-Level subjects, you may apply to the SAIM to obtain a Certificate from them.

After each successfully completed subject, students can contact the College to receive a Subject Completion Certificate.

Interested? Want to find out more?

If you would like to find out more about the SAIM Business Management Diploma: Information Technology Management fill in this short form and then one of our friendly Student Registrars

SAIM and Exemptions

Please note: All exemption requests, including mature age exemption, have to go through the SAIM first. They will then provide the student with a letter confirming that they have been accepted to do the SAIM course.

The following documents will be required when applying for the mature age exemption:

• Detailed CV

• ID

• Character reference

• Reference from employer if employed

Frequently Asked Questions