Introduction to Records Management

Programme Features

This one day course is a basic introduction to the principles and practices of records management. It is designed for librarians and information managers who have become involved in document and records management for the first time and wish to gain a grounding in the relevant concepts and techniques, building on and adapting their existing skills as information professionals.

• what is records management?
• objectives and benefits of records management
• key elements of a records management programme
• standards and levels appropriate to my organisation
• project plan and resource management
• survey and auditing techniques
• action plan
• engaging senior management

By the end of the course, you will:

• understand the objectives of records management
• understand the key principles of records management
• be able to recognise opportunities for improvement within the organisation