Program Overview

Professional Certificate in Archives and Records Management

Program Overview

The Professional Certificate in Archives and Records Management is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of archives and records management. This program aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage and preserve historical records and archives.

Program Description

The program covers a range of topics, including the fundamentals of archives and records management, appraisal and acquisition, arrangement and description, preservation and conservation, and access and outreach. Students will also explore the legal and ethical issues related to archives and records management, as well as the role of technology in the field.

Admission Criteria

• Applicants must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Relevant work experience in archives, records management, or a related field is preferred.
• Applicants must demonstrate a strong interest in archives and records management.

Program Requirements

• Completion of a set of required courses, including:
  • Introduction to Archives and Records Management
  • Appraisal and Acquisition of Historical Records
  • Arrangement and Description of Archives
  • Preservation and Conservation of Historical Records
• Completion of a set of elective courses, including:
  • Archives and Records Management in the Digital Age
  • Legal and Ethical Issues in Archives and Records Management
  • Access and Outreach in Archives and Records Management

Tuition Fees

The tuition fees for the program are as follows:

• Total program fee: $10,000
• Fee per course: $1,500

Research Areas

The program focuses on the following research areas:

• Archives and records management theory and practice
• Historical records preservation and conservation
• Digital archives and records management
• Access and outreach in archives and records management

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the program will be prepared for careers in:

• Archives and records management
• Historical preservation and conservation
• Digital archives and records management
• Access and outreach in archives and records management