INTRODUCING THE IDPM PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMME: A KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL UPGRADE STRATEGY FOR LOWER CADRE EMPLOYEES AND SSCE STUDENTS Introduction: The institute of Data Processing Management of Nigeria (IDPM) stands for “Effective Data Processing and System Management”. It is a professional body which is recognized under the companies and Allied Matters Decree 1, of 1990. It is the Nigerian counterpart of IDPM London, now known as the Institute for Management of Information System (IMIS) The IDPM (Institute of Data Processing Management of Nigeria) programme is designed to ease the process of knowledge and skill upgrades. It is particularly useful to employees with lower qualifications who wish to upgrade their knowledge and skill in order to move up the corporate ladder. The programme is self – paced, making it highly suitable to employees who cannot take study leaves. It could be run as part – time, full – time or any other schedule that suits the working condition of the employee. Completion of Part I&II and Part III&IV stages of the course is equivalent to OND (Ordinary National Diploma) and HND (Higher National Diploma) respectively; Graduates of the first stage (Part I&II) and second stage (Part III&IV) of the Professional programme are eligible for Direct Entry into 200 Level University Degree programmes and Post Graduate Degree programmes respectively if so wished. Courses that students can further in Direct entry Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Computer Economics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Business Education, etc Post Graduate Diploma (PGD): Management Information System, Business Management, Public Administration, DP/Marketing Management DP/Management Accounting Information Technology, etc Universities where IDPM Certificates are recognized Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ambrose Alli University, Ekiti State University, Crescent University, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ladoke Akintola University, St. Clement University; Australia, Aldersgate College/University; Philippine, University of Applied Science; Port-Novo, European-America University; New York, Walden University, London Sikkim Manipal University; India (Ghana Campus) etc. Professional Bodies around the world where IDPM Certificates are recognised Association for Computer Machinery (ACM); New York USA Institute of Management Information System (IMIS); London Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET); United Kingdom The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE); USA Nigeria Institute of Management (NIM); Nigeria Chartered Institute of Commerce (CIC); Nigeria Chartered Institute of Certified Secretaries and Reporters (CICSR), Nigeria. etc NB: We have only listed Universities in which Graduates of the programme are currently offering courses; you are encouraged to make enquiries into other Universities not listed independently. Requirements: Intending students are required to have Five (5) O – Level Credits, although students still awaiting their results may be considered. More than a Course At IDPM we take our students through rigorous Quantitative, Verbal and Analytical training to make them better equipped to face the challenges of the modern world. We prepare them not only for the Labour market but also to become worthy entrepreneurs through our management courses. Finally, we make them well rounded by applying hands – on computer techniques to problem solving and financial management. Our Training Staff With our army of Graduates from reputable universities, members of world class professional institutes and holders of international certifications; our students are in great hands. N:B: IDPM Part 3 & 4 result can now be converted to BSc., through some Universities and as well go for NYSC service through the University. NYSC exception certificate based on Institution is now being issued at the completion of the final exam of IDPM.
Posted on: Thu, 27 Jun 2013 07:07:36 +0000
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