Graduate Diploma of Information Systems (GDIS)
The Master of Information Systems course provides the perfect blend between the business and technical side of Information Technology. Information Systems is a challenging field that delves into integrating Information Technology into organizational processes to meet the growing digital demands of business.
The Master of Information Systems specifically addresses technology, governance and the strategic use of Information Technology as well as other issues arising from the application of technology to business. The MIS course has a strong focus on Cyber Security, Business Analytics and Project Management, as evidenced by the three available specialisations in the course. Students have the opportunity to select one of these specialisations to complement their studies and enhance their future prospects.
Campus Information
Melbourne Campus
Holmes Melbourne is centrally located opposite Parliament House. Train, tram and bus routes are at our front door. The campus is surrounded by cafes, banking facilities, shops, parks and hotels. It is located in the heart of what is consistently voted one of the most liveable cities in the world: Melbourne Australia. The campus has numerous floors of tutorial and classrooms, auditorium, computing labs, a resource centre and large common and recreational areas and is the head office of the Holmes Group.
Sydney Campus
Sydney - famous for its wonderful harbour, the Opera House and the Harbor Bridge. One of the most beautiful and exciting great cities of the world. It is a cosmopolitan metropolis where art, science, commerce and sport all flourish. Students can enjoy the outdoor life, walks and pristine beaches in easy reach of the city centre.
Brisbane Campus
Holmes Brisbane is located in the central CBD, only minutes from buses, trains and ferries. The college has recently relocated to the central CBD close to the city mall and opposite the new and extensive Winter Garden food court. A medium sized school, Holmes Brisbane like all Holmes campuses is complete with classrooms, resource centre, lecture and tutorial rooms, and excellent computing facilities.
Intakes
- March
- July
- Nov
Application Processing Time in Days: 28
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
There are many available career opportunities available upon completion of the Master of Information Systems, and these include IT Business Analyst, Information System Manager, Database Administrator, IT Consultant, and depending on the specialization chosen, this could also include Cyber Security Analyst, Project Manager or Business Analytics specialist, and Data Scientist.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
To satisfy entry into the coursework MBA course, MPA course and/or the nested Graduate Diploma course, international students typically must meet one of the following entry requirements and/or entry pathways:
- Completion of a Bachelors’ degree from a recognized tertiary institution;
- Completion of a Graduate Diploma from a recognized tertiary institution;
- Having reached a standard deemed by the Dean of Studies to be the equivalent of the above;
- Candidates who hold other postgraduate awards and/or award or non-award professional qualifications in business education or professional and continuing education may apply for admission based on the current HI Policy for the Recognition of Prior Learning or HI Policy for Credit Transfer.
International students must also meet one of the English language requirements below
- IELTS 6.5 (with no less than 6.0 in any band) or the equivalent;
- Studied successfully for a minimum of two years in an undergraduate course that was delivered and assessed in English.
- Course Code: 105373J (QLD) 105288F (NSW) 102297G (VIC)
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Post Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
20000 AUD
Annual Cost of Living: 24505 AUD
Application Fee: N/A