Information is very a vital resource in modern time. It forms the basis of making appropriate response to opportunities and threats in the environment. Records form a strategic component of information management and have to be effectively handled for goal achievement.

Learning Objectives:

At the end of this session, participants will be able to:

• Demonstrate requisite knowledge and skills that will enhanced their information management ability in their organizations;
• Analyse the economic values of records
• Apply appropriate systems for record control and management

Course Outline

• Record and Information Management: A comprehensive Overview
• Record keeping Function in Organizations
• Types and Relevance of Record
• Files and Filing Systems
• Introduction to Electronic Filing Systems
• Personal Records
• Financial Records
• Document Tracking
• Retrieval of Records
• Disposal of Records
• Handling Confidential Information
• Computer Application in Record Management