Identifying Challenges with Unifying Information Technology Qualifications Within New Zealand Institutes of Technology and Polytechnics: Project Proposal

Unifying qualifications is a complex process. The unification process aims to establish a comprehensive portfolio of programmes that support learners, employers and industry while ensuring sustainable ongoing delivery. This paper presents a literature review that highlights challenges faced in unifying qualifications in other countries. This paper also explores the benefits and challenges of a unified qualification. Specifically focusing on IT qualifications, the study aims to identify the challenges that exist in unifying IT qualifications in Aotearoa New Zealand, and what impact these challenges have on the qualifications. This paper outlines the proposed methodology that will be used for the study and discusses the significance of understanding these challenges and their impact. This research also aims to provide insights and propose a model to address the challenges faced in unifying IT qualifications. This research will contribute to the development of an effective and streamlined qualification system within Te Pūkenga.