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This course serves as an introduction to the responsibilities of archivists and records managers working in today’s business, government and non-profit environments, particularly the theoretical principles, methodologies and practical administration of such programs. It presents the evolution of the several recordkeeping professions and the development of theories of the identification and management of records and recordkeeping systems. It also emphasizes the history and changing nature of records and recordkeeping systems, particularly those changes influenced by technology. As individuals preparing for careers in records management, information resources management and archival administration, students must have a clear understanding of how the concept of a record has changed and how systems governing the creation and use of records have changed and are changing.

Course Methodology

The material used in the training course will be based on exercises as well as regional and international case studies. Participants will frequently work in pairs with one another as well as in larger teams.

Course Objectives

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

  • Develop a records management program to enhance the value of the organization’s information and reduce risk and cost
  • Develop document control methods to identify, secure, protect and retain critical information
  • Understand how data and information can be digitized and managed more efficiently and effectively within organizations
  • Develop action plans for scanning, workflow, and integration of digital information to support compliance, audits, legislation and regulations
  • Establish and implement a Data Digitization project, including systems, roles, and responsibilities
  • Manage data against international best practices, including ISO 13008 Digital Records Conversion and Migration
  • Develop digitization policies and working procedures
  • Formulate and manage data in accordance with ISO 27001 Information Security standards

Target Audience

This course is designed for individuals who manage, or who are involved with, any aspect of document control and records management. This includes records and information managers, in-house counsel, privacy officers, information security and protection managers, litigation and discovery staff, compliance officers, internal auditors, IT and enterprise content management professionals, and administrative managers.

It has been specifically designed to support activities across all types and sizes of organizations and sectors working locally and globally.

Target Competencies

  • Records Management
  • Document control
  • Information management
  • Information asset identification
  • Business case development

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