College Diploma - Office Administration - Records and Information Management

This two-year diploma program is designed to provide students with an intense study of records and information theories and practices. Students will obtain hands on experience through simulation exercises to prepare them for employment in the field of Records and Information Management.

The major components of the program include Management and Control of Records, File Management and Information Security, Archives Principles, and Classification Systems. Related courses include Communications, Document Production, Office Management, Bookkeeping, Digital Tools for the Office, and Advanced Electronic Spreadsheets. Students will also receive participatory training with an Electronic Document Management System.

OBJECTIVES

Upon successful completion of the Records and Information Management program, graduates will be able to:

1. Manage records using extensive knowledge of information management principles ensuring quality control and improvement.
2. Demonstrate ability to administer records management systems in accordance with retention policies by verifying accuracy and adherence to current legislation.
3. Design and create business documents using integrated software at an advanced level for effective communication in the office environment.
4. Demonstrate application of the Conference Board of Canada employability skills for successful entry into the workplace.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Graduates of the diploma program may expect to find employment opportunities in public and private sectors including government, oil and gas, healthcare, legal offices, educational facilities, and general offices.  As well as acquiring skills and knowledge necessary to become effective employees in today’s electronic office, graduates will have extensive knowledge and skills in information protection, management and control of records, confidentiality and security, document production, office management, plus other related areas.  Graduates are trained for the following specific positions:  information management technician (IM Tech I, II, or III), document control clerk, document control technician, information management coordinator, and archives assistant.