Records Management
Reduce costs and improve operational performance by building a structured records management system. This course explains the record life cycle, record formats, and the principles of information governance, and then guides you through alphabetic, numeric, and geographic storage methods. You will apply best practices in records retention and transition to electronic records management, addressing media types, record security, and disaster mitigation to protect critical information assets.
Format
PDF Course
Course Lists
Duration
3 Hours
Course Information
Author: Steven Bragg
Course Number: BM1003
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Records Management Overview
Chapter 2. Record Storage Systems
Chapter 3. Elements of a Records Management System
Chapter 4. Electronic Records Management
Learning Objectives
- Identify the different types of records.
- Specify the different components of a records management system.
- Recognize the steps used to store a record under the alphabetic storage system.
- Recall the rules that apply to sorting and cross-referencing names.
- Specify the characteristics of the different types of record storage systems.
- Identify the characteristics of the different types of record storage equipment and supplies.
- Recall the forms and logs used in a records management system.
- Identify the criteria used to retain records for differing periods of time.
- Specify the methods used to optimize a directory structure.
- Recognize the types of metadata that may be associated with a record.
Level: Overview
Instructional Method: QAS Self-Study
NASBA Category: Business Management & Organization
Prerequisites: None
Advance Preparation: None
Latest Review Date: February 2025
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