University of Liverpool

Diploma/Certificate in Professional Studies: Records and Information Management for the Public Sector

University of Liverpool

Course overview

The D/CPS: RIM by distance learning focuses on central government recordkeeping, and is also suitable for most people working within the wider public sector in a records management environment. Here you can find detailed information about the programme, which has recently been updated in terms of materials, content and mode of delivery. The programme enables participants to gain or develop knowledge and skills in records and information by registering for a Professional Studies award.

The programme, which has contributed to the professionalisation of recordkeeping staff in the public sector for over two decades, was originally developed in consultation withThe National Archives. It is suitable for records and information practitioners at any level who would like to: The Liverpool University ‘Records and Information Diploma’ is probably the most useful Records Management course that I have attended in recent years containing the most relevant content for any student embarking on professional records management development.Many thanks to Liverpool University for the helpful, friendly and professional support. - Tom O’Brien-Barden, DPS:RIM. It is important that all students on the programme have the necessary skills, knowledge and experience required to be in a position to complete the module work packages and submit assignments.

Who is the programme suitable for? It is suitable for those based in: To date, candidates have been based in a wide range of organisations including: Candidates working primarily with archives might more appropriately apply to theD/CPS: Archives and Records Management. To be accepted to the programme candidates need to: THE D/CPS RIM aims to: The D/CPS RIM is a flexible credit-based module programme.

Each module offered is worth 15 credits and takes 10 weeks to complete by distance learning. The programme operates at Level 6 of theframeworkfor higher education qualifications in England, Wales and Northern Ireland (FHEQ), roughly equivalent to

Key highlights

  • Focuses on central government and wider public sector recordkeeping
  • Originally developed in consultation with The National Archives
  • Professionalising public sector recordkeeping staff for over two decades
  • Delivered by distance learning through flexible 15-credit modules
  • Each module takes 10 weeks to complete
  • Operates at Level 6 of the FHEQ framework

Entry requirements

Diploma/Certificate in Professional Studies: Records and Information Management for the Public Sector The D/CPS: RIM by distance learning focuses on central government recordkeeping, and is also suitable for most people working within the wider public sector in a records management environment. Here you can find detailed information about the programme, which has recently been updated in terms of materials, content and mode of delivery. Introduction The programme enables participants to gain or develop knowledge and skills in records and information by registering for a Professional Studies award.

The programme, which has contributed to the professionalisation of recordkeeping staff in the public sector for over two decades, was originally developed in consultation with The National Archives. It is suitable for records and information practitioners at any level who would like to: Gain an introduction to one or more records or information management topics Enhance and deepen existing skills or knowledge in the field Acquire a university-accredited qualification. The Liverpool University ‘Records and Information Diploma’ is probably the most useful Records Management course that I have attended in recent years containing the most relevant content for any student embarking on professional records management development.

Many thanks to Liverpool University for the helpful, friendly and professional support. - Tom O’Brien-Barden, DPS:RIM. Programme requirements It is important that all students on the programme have the necessary skills, knowledge and experience required to be in a position to complete the module work packages and submit assignments. Who is the programme suitable for?

It is suitable for those based in: Central government Local government Public sector organisations. To date, candidates have been based in a wide range of organisations including: Department of Education The British Council Nuclear Decommissioning Authority Ministry of Defence Wirral Metr

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • E. Allison Peers Masters Scholarship in Iberian and Latin American Studies

    The scholarship provides £5,000 towards fees, plus a £5,000 stipend, for students undertaking a Hispanic topic in any master's programme in the Department of Languages, Cultures and Film at the University of Liverpool.

    Up to £5,000

  • Health, Cultures and Societies Bursary

    The successful candidate will receive a one-off fee reduction of £5,000.

    Up to £5,000

  • Hodgson Law Scholarship

  • Liverpool Excellence Scholarship for Postgraduates

    If you're an international student, you could be eligible for a tuition fee discount of £7,000.

    Up to £7,000

  • Liverpool Law School Hong Kong Scholarships

    Two scholarships worth £1,000 each.

    Up to £1,000

  • Liverpool Law School LLM Bursaries

    Two bursaries worth £500 each for Home students. Two bursaries wroth £1,000 each for international students.

  • MA in Chinese-English Translating and Interpreting Scholarships

    Students awarded this scholarship will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.

    Up to £5,000

  • Management School MBA Excellence Scholarship

    50% tuition fee discounts are available.

    Up to 50% of fees

  • Manuel Irujo Scholarship in Basque Studies

    The scholarship provides approximately £5,000.

  • MusicFutures Scholarship for International Intellectual Property Law LLM

    Up to five scholarships are available, each worth £12,500 in the form of a tuition fee discount.

    Up to £12,500

  • Peter Astaire Memorial Scholarship in Beatles Studies

    Up to two awards are available in each academic year, with each award worth £4,000.

    Up to £4,000

  • Scholarships for MA Political Science and International Relations

    The Department of Politics is pleased to announce two £5,000 scholarships for students wishing to pursue the MA in Political Science and International Relations.

    Up to £5,000

  • Scholarships for Master's in Public Administration and Policy

    Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.

    Up to £5,000

  • Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in Education

    Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.

    Up to £5,000

  • Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in Film Studies

    Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.

    Up to £5,000

  • Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in History

    Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.

    Up to £5,000

  • Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in Translation

    Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.

    Up to £5,000

  • University of Liverpool Humanitarian Scholarships for Master's Programmes

  • University of Liverpool International College (UoLIC) Excellence Scholarship

    £5,000 tuition fee reduction for the first year of study.

    Up to £5,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Records manager
  • Information manager
  • Records officer
  • Information governance officer
  • Data protection officer
  • Knowledge manager

Cost of study

UK/Home: £750 per module

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