The Information Management professional organizes and manages all activities involved in the information life cycle. This is an on-line program designed to provide the student with the knowledge, skills and attitudes needed to function in this role.
The program is designed so that the student gains knowledge and skills in:
- the theory of records and Information Management (IM)
- the operation of IT infrastructure and its relation to IM
- information security and its relation to IM
- the legal environment that impacts IM
- project management
- analysis and design
- educational workshop design and delivery
The student will complete a capstone project where she/he will apply her/his knowledge and skills to analyze and design a solution to an IM problem. Effective communication and interpersonal skills are emphasized throughout the curricula.
OBJECTIVES
The objective of the Information Management program is to develop graduates with the ability to:
- organize and manage all activities involved in the record life cycle
- efficiently gather and analyze data required to inform the information management processes of an organization
- conduct themselves professionally in a business environment
- participate as a member of a team involved in information management policy development and implementation
- advocate the importance of and advise on Information Management policies and procedures throughout the organization through education, training and consultation
- utilize and integrate technology to manage enterprise records and content at an advanced level conforming to the Information Management policies
ACADEMIC ADVISING
Each student will be assigned an academic advisor to help guide you through the college experience. He or she is trained to advise you on college-related issues or to make mutually agreed upon referrals for you to other college professionals.
Students intending to complete the program on a part-time basis (less than four courses per semester) will be contacted by her/his advisor to create an academic plan that will enable them to complete the program. A part-time student must complete the program within five years from the date of program enrolment.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates of the Information Management program can expect to find employment as Information Management Analysts, Records Analysts, and Records Management Consultants in industries such as oil & gas, healthcare and in government agencies.
Due to the nature of this field, employers may require a clear Certificate of Conduct from the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC), the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) or local provincial/municipal police force prior to hiring.
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
Graduation from a recognized two or three year post-secondary diploma or degree, or a combination of other postsecondary work and industry experience acceptable to the College.