Course Catalogue

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This course will introduce the fundamentals of records and information management and the legislative framework that all organisations need to comply with. Designed for those with an interest in, or responsibility for, managing and using information in the course of their current or prospective employment, or those seeking to re-skill or up-skill.

1x1 hour of pre-recorded content made available weekly, and a variety of exercises and readings for learners to access.

Normally a first degree in any subject. We will also welcome applications from learners who have appropriate equivalent experience using and managing records and data.

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90% portfolio submission 2,500 words

10% forum posts (which will in part lead to the portfolio)

This course aims to:

■ Provide an understanding of information rights, legislation and compliance in a digital world

■ Allow students to explore different models of information management, organisational risk, advocacy, GDPR, FOI and other relevant legislation

■ Develop an understanding of the ways in which theory and practice intersect in information management and organisational administrative functions.

By the end of this course students will be able to:

■ Understand of the ways in which theory and practice intersect in this area

■ Detail different models of information management

■ Describe and quantify organisational risk

■ Contextualise and critically analyse methods of advocacy

■ Describe and apply legislative frameworks to information keeping and use in a variety of different contexts

Students must submit at least 75% by weight of the components (including examinations) of the course's summative assessment.