Graduate
Work
Placement
Two Information Technology graduates
from the ATMC are now studying at the
ATMC George Street, Sydney location for
the Graduate Certificate in IT Professional
Practice while working full time for 12
months through the ATMC Graduate
Work Placement initiative.
“I see work placement as a
great opportunity to improve
my IT skills and enable me to
reach a high position in
the IT industy.”
Abdul Mohammed
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Work Placement
in Sydney
This initiative has been developed jointly by
FUA, The Australian Computer Society
(ACS) and the ATMC. The Australian Computer
Society CEO, Alan Patterson, welcomed the
joint initiative as a tangible example of the ACS’s
commitment to engage in “greater collaboration
between the education and training system,
careers advisors, employers and the ICT
professional body. This particular program, leads
the way in enabling the demand side in particular
– the employers – in taking a greater role in
helping shape education outcomes”.
“This new program is a great opportunity for our
Information Technology graduates to build on
their professional development”, Professor John
Yearwood, Dean of the School of Science,
Information Technology and Engineering, said.
“We welcome the involvement of the Australian
Technical Management College (ATMC) in this
project. The University is pleased to welcome
the additional students from the ATMC and
would encourage all prospective students to
contact the ATMC for more information about
this program,” Professor Yearwood said.
Student Testimonials
Nitika Mehmi
Nitika is from India and studied a Bachelor of
Computer Application and Master of Computer
Application in India before completing a
Masters of Information Technology at the
ATMC. Her long term career goal is to see
herself working successfully with her IT skills
which she gained by studying MIT at the ATMC.
“Choosing work placement was the best
decision I ever made. It completely helped me
in developing my IT and communication skills.
I also learned about work culture, which is the
most important part of a successful professional
life. I chose the ATMC for the quality courses
and personal attention to the students.”
Abdul Mohammed
Abdul is from Hyderabad in India and studied
Master of Information Technology
Management at ATMC. Before studying at
the ATMC, Abdul completed a Bachelor of
Technology in India. Adbul’s long term career
goal is to pursue a PhD and become a project
manager in the IT Industry.
Two students from ATMC commenced working
in Sydney in 2014. They are Nitika Mehmi and
Abdul Mohammed. Dr Manish Malhotra, CEO
of the ATMC, also supported the initiative. “This
is the start of an ongoing program to combine
excellent academic outcomes with the relevant
professional development. The Graduate
Certificate will benefit many of our international
ATMC IT students studying in Sydney,
Melbourne and Geelong”, Dr Malhotra said.
ATMC Sydney
Sydney is Australia’s largest and most famous
city. It’s home to beautiful beaches, iconic
buildings, historic landmarks, award winning
restaurants and a vibrant culture. From the
breathtaking views of Sydney Harbour to the
serene tranquillity of Hyde Park, Sydney has
something for everyone.
Reasons for studying in Sydney:
• The biggest city in Australia and the country’s
financial and economical hub
• Ranked as one of the ten most liveable cities
by both Mercer and the Economist
magazine
• Part time work opportunities
• Discounted travel program for international
students on public transport
• Offers the best of urban and outdoor living
with temperate climate all year round
• International students learn in safe, friendly,
multicultural classrooms
• World-class universities, plus a relaxed
lifestyle and a wonderful climate, make NSW
a destination of choice for students from
around the world
• A wide range of on-campus clubs and
organisations offer all students the
opportunity to pursue their cultural,
social and entertainment interests.
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Placement initiative.
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