Australian Computer Society

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Australian Computer Society
Advancing Professional Excellence in Information
Technology
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Vision

• the recognised association for IT professionals
• attracting a large and active membership from all
  levels of industry, providing a wide range of
  services and opportunities for networking and
  career enhancement
• the public voice of the IT profession
• the guardian of professional ethics and standards
  in IT
• commitment to the wider community to ensure the
  beneficial use of IT

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Goals

• Relevant
• a society that is relevant to the IT industry,
  academia and the community in general
• Authoritative and Influential
• to be, and seen to be, a creditable and
  authoritative commentator on professional and IT
  matters
• Working Better
• continually improve our services to members

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Objectives

• to have professional membership of the ACS
  accepted and given preference for employment
• to promote the Code of Ethics and be the
  guardian of professional practise and standards
• to participate actively in organisations and
  committees concerned with IT
• to be the forefront of public debate on
  significant issues and a primary source of advice
• to enhance the public image of IT professionals

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What does it mean to be an IT professional?

• you have a certain body of knowledge
• you abide by a code of ethics
• you are committed to remaining up to date to
  ensure those who buy your expertise receive
  professional service

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What is a code of ethics?

• the hallmark of any profession is a commitment to
  a high standard of professional conduct
• Code of Ethics
• enhances personal stature as IT professional
• helps maintain credibility
• secures the continuing acknowledgment of
  professional merits by the community

Compliance with the Code of Ethics is mandatory
for all members of the ACS
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What ACS Offers You

• professional development training, education and
  certification
• branch meetings
• annual branch conference
• Special Interest Groups
• access to valuable information
• networking opportunities
• additional benefits

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Additional Benefits

• discounts on all ACS Professional Development
• discounts on industry courses
• discounts on travel and accommodation
• Gold Visa card
• corporate airline lounge discounts
• Professional Indemnity and Disability income
  protection schemes
• etc.

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Reflection Why the ACS?

• expand your professional network
• build professional recognition
• present ideas and test before peers
• continue professional education
• develop new skills
• member of one of the most influential national IT
  societies

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Keynote Address

• Canberra - Our Clever Capital
• Mrs Kate Carnell MLA
• Chief Minister
• Australian Capital Territory

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Advancing Professional Excellence in Information
Technology