Department of Information Technology
July 22, 2026 2026-08-20 12:19Department of Information Technology
Department of Information Technology
Mr. Derek Bigiglen
Head of Department
Welcome Message
“Welcome to the Information Technology Department of Port Moresby Business College!
It is my pleasure to welcome you to a department that is focused on building the next generation of technology and business professionals for Papua New Guinea.
We currently offer the Diploma in Business Studies (Computing) Programme. To keep pace with the digital world, we have revised our curriculum to include emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing and Content Management Systems. Our goal is to ensure our graduates are not only job-ready, but future-ready.
The IT Department is registered with the PNG Digital ICT Cluster as collaborator and network hub in the Digital ICT industry space. Further, we have established academic pathways with IBSU for the Bachelor of Information Technology. This means your journey with us can continue all the way to a degree.
What sets us apart is our people. Our Department is supported by experienced and highly qualified lecturers with backgrounds in both teaching and industry. They bring real workplace knowledge into the classroom, so you learn skills that employers are looking for today.
Whether you are starting your career, upgrading your skills, or planning to go further in IT, you will find a supportive, practical, and industry-focused learning environment here.
I invite you to join us and be part of shaping PNG’s digital future.
Meet Our Team
Mr. Derek Bigiglen
Head of Department
Mr. George Andale
Snr. Lecturer
Mr. Thushara Kapugama
Snr. Lecturer
Mr. Carlos Paluwa
Lecturer
Mr. Max Leka
Lecturer
Mr. Michael Uri
Snr. Lecturer
Mrs. Grace Kasu
Lecturer
Mr. Godfrey Aiye
Lecturer
Programme Overview
Diploma in Information Technology is a comprehensive course package designed to give students broad but secure foundation in the field of computing and information technology. Students will be able to recognize the major trends in information technology employment and how a career path can be planned through achieving further studies.
Subject Mapping
Year 1
Semester 1
- Accounting l
- Business Mathematics l
- Business English & Communication l
- Principles of Management
- Computer & Information Systems l
Semester 2
- Introduction to Programming
- Intermediate Word Processing & Graphics
- Introduction to Spreadsheet & Database
- Business Statistics
- Office Management l
YEAR 2
Semester 1
- Business Application l (Computerized Accounting)
- Business Application ll (Desktop Publishing)
- Foundation Visual Basics
- Introduction to Internet
Semester 2
- Advanced Visual Basics
- Principles of Telecommunication
- Civics & Ethics
- System Analysis & Design
- Principles of Marketing
Award:
- Diploma in Business Studies (Information Technology) after completing year two
Partway:
- Bachelors in Information Technology at IBSU and other universities depending on their programme alignments.
- Formal employment within the IT industries, corporate sectors, and public sectors.
