OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Information Technology

OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Information Technology gives an overview of how the information technology sector can influence the scope of the learning environment in the present scenario. This course helps learners learn about the role of Information technology in business communication. The qualification helps the learner to understand the role of IT in productivity and profitability in high levels of business operations.

Key Benefits

The qualification will benefit learners to:

• To understand the role of IT in productivity and profitability in high levels of business operations.
• To attain the practical knowledge, skills, capabilities and competencies assessed in academic terms as equivalent to Higher National Certificates (HNC) and Year 1 of a three-year UK Bachelor’s degree programme.
• To learn the fundamentals of cyber security, protection methods and how to manage a cyber-security attack.
• To attain a basic understanding of object-oriented programming languages and how to produce effective code.
• To gain a perspective on software development and the basic principles of algorithms.
• To create awareness of system analysis and design in an organisational context.
• To provide learners with an understanding of current web and mobile application design technology and the practices and tools used.
• To understand computer networking essentials and cloud technologies, their operating principles, protocols, standards, security considerations, and prototypes associated with this field.
• To understand the interaction between communications, knowledge and information.

Key Highlights

• Do you want to avoid the recent technological know-how of Information Technology in Business Communication? Then, the OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Information Technology is the ideal starting point for your career journey.
• The program allows the learners to develop a broad base of knowledge and skills that will enable them to work in various roles in the IT industry.
• Remember! The assessment for the qualification is done based on assignments only, and you do not need to worry about writing any exam.
• With the School of Business and Technology London, you can complete the qualification at your own pace, choosing online or blended learning from the comfort of your home.
• Learning and pathway materials and study guides developed by our OTHM-approved tutors, who would be available around the clock in our cutting-edge learning management system.
• Most importantly, at the School of Business and Technology London, we will provide comprehensive tutor support through our dedicated support desk.
• If you choose your course with blended learning, you will also enjoy live sessions with an assigned tutor, which you can book at your convenience.

Units

• Cyber Security
• Principles of Computer Programming
• Systems Analysis and Design
• Web and Mobile Applications
• Computer and Network Technology
• Managing Digital Information

Assessment

• Time-constrained scenario-based assignments.
• No examinations.

About Awarding Body

OTHM is an established and recognised Awarding Organisation (Certification Body) launched in 2003. OTHM has already made a mark in the UK and global online education scenario by creating and maintaining a user-friendly and skill based learning environment. OTHM has both local and international recognition which aids OTHM graduates to enhance their employability skills as well as allowing them to join degree and/or Master top-up programmes.

OTHM qualifications has assembled a reputation for maintaining significant skills in a wide range of job roles and industries which comprises Business Studies, Leadership, Tourism and Hospitality Management, Health and Social Care, Information Technology, Accounting and Finance, Logistics and Supply Chain Management.

Delivery Method

School of Business & Technology London provides various flexible delivery methods to its learners, including online learning and blended learning. Thus, learners can choose the mode of study as per their choice and convenience. The program is self-paced and accomplished through our cutting-edge Learning Management System. Learners can interact with tutors by messaging through the SBTL Support Desk Portal System to discuss the course materials, get guidance and assistance and request assessment feedbacks on assignments.

We at SBTL offer outstanding support and infrastructure for both online and blended learning. We indeed pursue an innovative learning approach where traditional regular classroom-based learning is replaced by web-based learning and incredibly high support level. Learners enrolled at SBTL are allocated a dedicated tutor, whether online or blended learning, who provide learners with comprehensive guidance and support from start to finish.

The significant difference between blended learning and online learning methods at SBTL is the Block Delivery of Online Live Sessions. Learners enrolled at SBTL on blended learning are offered a block delivery of online live sessions, which can be booked in advance on their convenience at additional cost. These live sessions are relevant to the learners' program of study and aim to enhance the student's comprehension of research, methodology and other essential study skills. We try to make these live sessions as communicating as possible by providing interactive activities and presentations.

Resources and Support

School of Business & Technology London is dedicated to offering excellent support on every step of your learning journey. School of Business & Technology London occupies a centralised tutor support desk portal. Our support team liaises with both tutors and learners to provide guidance, assessment feedback, and any other study support adequately and promptly. Once a learner raises a support request through the support desk portal (Be it for guidance, assessment feedback or any additional assistance), one of the support team members assign the relevant to request to an allocated tutor. As soon as the support receives a response from the allocated tutor, it will be made available to the learner in the portal. The support desk system is in place to assist the learners adequately and streamline all the support processes efficiently.

Quality learning materials made by industry experts is a significant competitive edge of the School of Business & Technology London. Quality learning materials comprised of structured lecture notes, study guides, practical applications which includes real-world examples, and case studies that will enable you to apply your knowledge. Learning materials are provided in one of the three formats, such as PDF, PowerPoint, or Interactive Text Content on the learning portal.

Why gain OTHM Qualification

• Quality, Standards and Recognitions- OTHM qualifications are approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation); hence, the learners can be very confident about the quality of the qualifications as well.
• Career Development to increase credibility with employers- All OTHM qualifications are developed to equip learners with the skills and knowledge every employer seeks. The learners pursuing an OTHM qualification will obtain an opportunity to enhance learning and grow key competencies to tackle situations and work on projects more effectively, which will, in turn, give learners the potential to get promotions within the workplace. Alternatively, it allows them to progress onto an MBA top-up/Bachelor's degree / Master's degree programme around the World.
• Flexible study options- All OTHM qualifications have a credit value, which tells you how many credits are awarded when a unit is completed. The credit value will indicate how long it will normally take you to prepare for a unit or qualification.

The course OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Information Technology is to provide a career path for learners who wish to develop a broad base of knowledge and skills that will enable them to work in a variety of roles in the IT industry. The programme will focus on topics such as cyber security, computer programming, web and mobile applications, computer and network technology, systems analysis and design and managing digital information.

The course OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Information Technology is for :

• Learners must be 18 years old or older.
• Relevant NQF/QCF/RQF Level 3 Diploma or equivalent.
• International students whose first language is not English must score 5.5 or above in the IELTS Examination or equivalent.

The OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Information Technology can open many career pathways including :

• Application Analyst with an estimated average salary of £36,015 per annum
• Database Administrator, with an estimated average salary of £38,246 per annum
• Games Developer with an estimated average salary of £28,905 per annum
• Information Systems Manager, with an estimated average salary of £44,785 per annum