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Qualification
Postgraduate Certificate in Digital Transformation
14 weeks
NZQF Level 8 (60 credits)
Start Dates
Admission Requirements
Refer to Entry Criteria below
Portfolio Requirements
N/A
Overview
Become a digital leader
What is unique about this programme is that it has been created by industry leaders for working adults with industry experience, or qualifications, developed in response to the increasing demand for future-focused business leaders in the digital age. This programme provides sound knowledge of the digital tools and capabilities needed to grow in an increasingly competitive global market through digital innovation.
Customise your programme by choosing from the wide range of available electives to suit your business needs, including:
- Design Thinking and Creative Intelligence
- Artificial Intelligence (A.I.)
- Cyber Security
- User Experience (UX)
- Cloud Computing
- Agile Mindset
- Dynamic Leadership
- Internet of Things (IoT)
- Blockchain
- Human-Centred Design
Why should I study a Postgraduate Certificate in Digital Transformation?
You’ll gain the skillset to tackle innovation questions and solutions, and provide insight into benefits of utilising certain technologies applicable to the industry you’re involved in. Integral to this programme is Mātauranga Māori (kawa and tikanga), Māori ethics and the Treaty of Waitangi principles as they relate to the digital industry.
Prime candidates for this programme are industry professionals with experience, wanting to apply Digital Transformation processes and strategies to their own internal framework; or those looking to transition to a new platform in their career by becoming an expert in emerging technological fields. We’ll support and encourage you to rethink old operating models, experiment more, and become more agile in your ability to meet changing business and market needs.
The Master of Digital Transformation is delivered fully online, with optional support through on-campus networking events, meetings and masterclasses. Please note that this programme is not available for international students residing overseas.
Course Outline
What you'll cover in this course
For the award of a Postgraduate Certificate in Digital Transformation, a student must complete the eight common 6-credit components and two elective 6-credit components to a total of 60 credits (at NZQF Level 8).
Progression
Upon successful completion of the requirements of the Postgraduate Certificate in Digital Transformation, students may opt to continue with the Postgraduate Diploma of Digital Transformation, and the Master of Digital Transformation beyond that.
FULL TIME STUDY OPTION
(available from 2023)
Learners complete eight common 6-credit components and two 6-credit electives over one 14-week semester
Delivery hours
Average 8.6 hours of study per week per course for 7 weeks, made up of 5.6 hours of self-paced and 3 hours facilitated. Average of 43 learning hours per week.
Block 1 (7 weeks)
- 28 hours of self-paced
- 15 hours of facilitated
Block 2 (7 weeks)
- 28 hours of self-paced
- 15 hours of facilitated
Duration - Full time
Learners must complete all 10 components in 14 weeks
PART TIME STUDY OPTION
Learners studying part time can choose to do one to two courses in each 7-week block but must start with DT001 and end with DT006 (capstone).
Delivery hours
Average of 14 learning hours per week
One course:
- 5.6 hours of self-paced
- 3 hours facilitated (classes)
Two courses:
- 11.2 hours of self-paced
- 6 hours facilitated (classes)
Duration – Part time
Although learners can choose to study one or two courses per 7-week block, you must complete all ten courses within three 14-week semesters (or 1 year).
Students must complete the eight common 6-credit components; two elective 6-credit components to a total of 60 credits (at NZQF Level 8).
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Digital Transformation
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6
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Gain a comprehensive insight into the future of the work landscape, how technology has defined and continues to redefine it through the process of Digital Transformation.
You will develop knowledge, skills and attributes appropriate to that landscape; both from the perspective of employability as well as in terms of leadership and strategic thinking. New technologies and how they are interlinked under the umbrella of Digital Transformation are explored. You will be exposed to innovative work practices and frameworks, and their associated techniques and processes, drawing on insights from multiple disciplines to articulate findings and recommendations. You will develop skills in business storytelling and your ability to deliver impactful presentations. Level 8
DT001
DT
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Design Thinking and Creative Intelligence
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6
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In this course students will explore the Design Thinking and Creative Intelligence methodology as a framework for creative problem solving within the context of Digital Transformation.
You will navigate the iterative design process of understanding using the lens of empathy, ideation, development, and delivery. This course encourages students to develop problem solving skills through the application of both creative and critical thinking skills and will explore concepts such as convergent and divergent thinking processes. You will explore the strategic thinking and entrepreneurial skills that are required for successful leadership and implement an effective work practice within an interdisciplinary group, applying the methods, processes, and tools of problem-based learning to demonstrate autonomy, collaboration, and well-developed judgment and responsibility in a Digital Transformation. Level 8
DT002
DT
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Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence
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6
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This course is an introduction to the areas of Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) where you will gain insight into basic knowledge representation, problem solving techniques and data science fundamentals that turn data analytics into insights that drive decision-making.
You will learn techniques and best practices in the analysis of data sets while exploring how data and tools can be used to solve complex, real-world business problems through application or A.I., algorithms and machine-learning, with a focus on ethical and privacy issues concerns that may arise. Level 8
DT003
DT
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Cybersecurity
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6
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Explore Cybersecurity challenges on a global scale and the social factors that inform individual, organisational, and international attitudes towards it. You will examine risk and governance frameworks and Cybersecurity strategies, risk treatment plans and incident response plans, while reviewing and applying Cyber prevention strategies and techniques.
The entire development lifecycle of IT systems in a secure environment will be examined, including secure design methodologies, software development models, architecture design and industry Secure by Design’ standards. Level 8
DT004
DT
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User Experience
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6
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You will use industry-standard User Experience (U.X.) Design research methods to analyse both audience and content requirements. You will examine qualitative and quantitative research methods and explore personas, mindsets, customer journeys and user touch points.
Your knowledge and skillset will be developed to allow creation of usable user-centred design experiences, while gaining insight into the processes that lead to improved U.X. and its application in both physical and online environments. Level 8
DT005
DT
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The Internet of Things
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6
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This course introduces the concept of the Internet of Things (IoT) and the underlying connections between people, process and platforms that can drive the digital transformation of organisations.
You will be introduced to key technological components underpinning IoT and how they can serve business strategies by increasing efficiencies, coordination, and productivity. You will learn how to recommend strategies for developing necessary skills and foundational capabilities to support the implementation of IoT technologies within an organisation. Level 8
DT006
DT
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Cloud Computing
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6
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Explore how Cloud Computing infrastructure has evolved from traditional Information Technology infrastructure and the business advantages and disadvantages that it brings.
You will gain knowledge of the different cloud segments and service models, architectures/platforms, and cloud deployment models and of the key players active in the market. Learn to assess how various models can be applied to solve business problems and to make ‘fit for purpose’ decisions based on a comprehensive understanding of user case needs. Level 8
DT007
DT
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Blockchain
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6
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This course examines the core concepts and principles of Blockchain and of emerging trends in areas such as financial services, smart contracts, supply chain logistics and other fields, especially those where open, distributed ledgers of verifiable, permanent transactions may be useful.
You will gain an understanding of the fundamentals and potential impacts of Blockchain, and of the capabilities and limitations of its technology. You will learn which business problems it can potentially solve, without being bogged down by the deeper mathematical and cryptographic principles underlying Blockchain technology, Level 8
DT008
DT
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Agile Mindset
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6
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This course introduces the principles of Agile Mindset methodologies for Project Management.
Agile Mindset is a project management methodology that involves securing client feedback in every step of the project development process. You will critically evaluate a range of Agile Mindset methods and their suitability to various projects. You will examine processes, tools and artefacts used in Agile Mindset project management and discover which methods are most appropriate to the problems to be solved and how they can best contribute to project success. This course breaks down projects into small pieces, completed in work sessions that run from the initial design phase to testing and quality assurance (QA). Level 8
DT009
DT
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Dynamic Leadership
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6
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This course focuses on developing your own leadership capability.
Your own leadership development and self-image are explored, using reflective research supported by a mentoring partner. You will prepare a plan for continued leadership and professional development consistent with personal values, anchored by academic literature, fostering your authenticity, confidence, and resilience in leading a productive workplace. You will also develop your knowledge of both intellectual and emotional leadership (know-what) and the often-neglected tacit knowledge (know-how), with exploration. Level 8
DT010
DT
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Human Centred Design
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6
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This course explores several non-technical aspects of software development, especially regarding human behaviour and interactions to emphasise the human aspects of technology.
You will cover basic theories of knowledge, cognition, ethical and moral values, creativity and social interaction among humans through a technological lens, to then formulate and suggest innovative solutions to problems that affect diverse societies, with your existing knowledge and specialised skills. Level 8
DT017
DT
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Secure by Design
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6
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This course deals with integrating the entire development lifecycle of IT systems in a secure environment through secure design methodologies, software development models, architecture design and industry Secure by Design standards such as OWASP (Open Web Application Security Project).
Level 8
DT018
DT
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Entry Criteria
What you'll need for this course
- A Bachelor's degree, with an average grade of B- or higher in all final-year components, in a relevant discipline (e.g. business or management studies)
or
- A Bachelor’s degree, with an average grade of B- or higher in all final-year components, in an unrelated discipline, and a minimum of two years’ work experience that is relevant to the aim of this programme
or
- Professional experience and documentary evidence of outcomes in the work environment that demonstrate an ability to perform in the programme and commit to achieving its outcomes (including a CV showing a minimum of six years relevant employment and recommendation letters from employers or professional colleagues).
Employability
Employment Pathways
Graduates who successfully complete the Postgraduate Certificate of Digital Transformation will be in the position to take on various strategic and digital leadership roles across a wide range of industries and sectors that have responsibility for managing digital transformation within an organisation.
Employment pathways will be determined by the graduates’ previous education, experience and choice of career. These roles could include: managers, supervisors, consultants, or strategists, in the areas of: general business or operations; or more specific areas such as marketing, finance, human resources, innovation, risk, strategy, and entrepreneurship.
