Planning ICT Initiatives for Sustainable Growth
Align ICT initiatives with strategic goals for sustainable growth. Learn to assess gaps, analyse risks and benefits, and develop actionable plans that deliver measurable value and long-term organisational impact.

This accredited course leads to a Statement of Attainment for ICTICT517 – Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organisation, issued by South Sydney College (RTO Code: 45279).
40-60 Hrs (Self-paced)
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Assessments
Note: All assessments are aligned with the requirements of ICTICT517 and reflect real contract performance management practices.

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AUD $48 per month, billed annually
$59 billed monthly
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Unlimited access to all SSC-developed courses in our micro-credential library.
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AUD $96 per month, billed annually
$120 billed monthly
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Note: Industry-certified or partner courses are available separately and are not included in the standard subscription.
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What You'll Learn?
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Evaluate and align ICT initiatives with strategic organisational goals.
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Conduct effective ICT gap and capability analyses.
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Prioritise ICT changes through risk and cost-benefit assessments.
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Develop and present action plans that influence stakeholders.
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Support long-term digital transformation and sustainability.
Additional Learning Benefits
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Courses like this one can contribute to university credit and industry certifications.
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Many ICT units align with CompTIA certification, offering clear pathways to global recognition.
Topics Covered
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Strategic ICT Evaluation
Organisational Alignment Stakeholder Input ICT Capability Analysis
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Gap Analysis and Risk Planning
Identifying Improvement Areas Managing Risk in Change Proposals
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Action Planning and Communication
ICT Roadmaps Business Cases Persuasive Stakeholder Presentations
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Sustainable ICT Practices
Emerging Tech Environmental Considerations Integration Strategies
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you'll be able to:
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Develop ICT strategies that support long-term business growth.
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Conduct structured evaluations of current ICT capabilities.
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Create actionable plans that reduce risk and improve ROI.
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Communicate and justify ICT investments to leadership teams.
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Apply modern ICT planning methods that foster innovation.
Learning Pathway
SSC Online provides a flexible learning journey designed to support your goals—whether you’re upskilling, pursuing formal qualifications, or preparing for university or industry certification.
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Essential / Premium Plan: Build your knowledge and skills with flexible, self-paced learning. Access up to 100 microlearnings across high-demand fields like business, IT, project management, and cyber security.
Complete the Learning Pathway
Microlearnings: Finish all microlearnings in this pathway to build practical skills and prepare for the accredited unit.
Go Further
Accredited Units (available via Professional Plan or pay-per-certification). Complete formal assessments to earn a Statement of Attainment for nationally recognized units of competency.
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Full Qualifications: Stack your accredited units to progress toward a full nationally recognised qualification.
Your Future Pathways
After completing full qualifications or selected accredited units, you can::
- Gain credit transfer to Australian universities toward a bachelor's degree (selected units only).
- Sit for industry-recognised certification exams (e.g., CompTIA, Azure, AWS, and others) in selected ICT units only.
- Enhance your employability skills with industry-ready credentials.
*Credit transfer and certification opportunities are available for selected units only.
This microlearning is part of the Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organisation learning path, aligned with the nationally recognised unit ICTICT612 - Develop contracts and manage contract performance.
The full learning path includes:
Once you complete all three microlearnings, you can upgrade to the Professional plan. This provides access to the accredited unit. Successful completion will lead to a Statement of Attainment for ICTICT517 - Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organisation, issued by South Sydney College (RTO Code: 45279). This nationally recognised outcome positions you for advanced opportunities in contract and project management.

Certificates Included

Australian Accredited Certification (AQF Certificate)
(Available through formal qualification pathways)

Statement of Attainment for accredited unit
(Accredited Certification)

SSC Professional Certificate
(Essential & Premium)
Compliance Statement
This course is delivered and assessed by South Sydney College, a division of Knit Group Australia Pty Ltd (RTO Code: 45279).
The unit ICTICT517 – Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organisation is drawn from the BSB Business Services Training Package and is nationally recognised training.
Statements of Attainment are issued in accordance with the Standards for RTOs 2015. For information about support services, fees, refunds, and your rights as a learner, please refer to the Learner Handbook or contact us directly via email: online.support@ssc.edu.au.

Unlimited access to all SSC-developed courses in our micro-credential library.
Get this course, plus full access to all SSC skills and certification courses, with our Essential Plan. Learn more
AUD $48 per month, billed annually
$59 billed monthly
Do you have an SSC coupon? Apply below or during checkout.
Unlimited access to all SSC-developed courses in our micro-credential library.
Get this course, plus full access to all SSC skills and certification courses, with our Premium Plan. Learn more
AUD $96 per month, billed annually
$120 billed monthly
Do you have an SSC coupon? Apply below or during checkout.
- Choose Your Plan
- Login to your account
- Start learning instantly
Note: Industry-certified or partner courses are available separately and are not included in the standard subscription.
Includes accredited certification, assessment support, and formal recognition of your skills. Learn more