32006 Information Technology Governance

6cp; availability: Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma and Masters in IT Management students only; other students may undertake the subject if they have demonstrated relevant IT management experience and have signed academic approval from the ITMP
Postgraduate

The pervasive use of technology in organisations has created a critical dependency on IT. Organisational owners and executive management are increasingly focused on the way this component is being governed. This subject explores the domain of IT Governance including the emerging legal frameworks, governance structures, IT–business strategy alignment, information ecology, evaluation and risk management. Students gain an understanding of IT Governance in its contemporary organisational context, are equipped to determine appropriate IT Governance processes for their organisation and communicate governance issues effectively with their executive management.

Typical availability

Autumn semester, City campus

Fee information

2008 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $907.50
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2008 should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth Supported places.

2008 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,430.00

Note: Fees for Postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the Annual Fees Schedule.

Subject EFTSL: 0.125

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