Principles Of Records Management

Brief Course Description:

The course introduces learners to the basic concepts, principles and practices of records management.

Course Objective:

The course is designed to enable learners acquire knowledge of the principles of records management.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, learners should be able to:

1. Explain the difference between records/information/data/archives

2. Explain the records lifecycle and continuum

3. Explain the importance of records and their management

4. Explain basic records management organization and processing

5. Explain the organization and practices of a records centre

Intellectual, Practical and Transferable Skills

1. Knowledge of the differences between records, information, data and archives

2. Knowledge of the records lifecycle and continuum

3. Knowledge of the importance of records and their management

4. Skills in basic records organization and processing

5. Knowledge and skills of the organization and practice of a records centre