PgCert Enterprise IT Management

We know many people from non-traditional backgrounds would succeed on our courses. That’s why we offer two different entry routes, taking into account your prior work experience and relevant qualifications. You will also need to meet our English language requirements. 

Additionally, you will need to pass your first assignment set within the two-week induction period of the course in order to continue with your studies. 

Academic entry route

In order to satisfy the academic entry route requirements for our PG Cert Enterprise IT Management, you must have the following qualifications as a minimum: 

• an undergraduate degree from an approved institution, equivalent to a UK Honours degree, or a relevant professional qualification 

Work experience entry route

At least three years’ relevant IT or computer science work experience. 

Full tuition fee: £4,157 UK / £4,350 International (2024/25)

On completion of the PG Cert Enterprise IT Management, you’ll have gained the knowledge to progress in many IT roles. These include project manager, analyst, engineer or administrator in digital transformation, cloud solutions or DevOps – or you may take on a position in governance, risk and compliance. Alternatively, you could continue in your current role with a greater insight into the IT challenges facing your organisation, whether they be big or small.  

Gaining a postgraduate qualification with the University of Essex Online also puts you in good stead for your career prospects. Results from our 2021 student survey showed: 

• 92% of students said their course helped develop their research skills 
• 89% of students say their studies fit with their future plans 
• Almost 60% said their studies had a positive effect on their career 
• 1 in 4 students saw their salaries increase by up to 10% 

Component 01: Core
Launching into Enterprise IT Management
(20 credits)

Component 02: Compulsory
Security and Risk Management
(20 credits)

Component 03: Compulsory
Into Data Science
(20 credits)