MGMT 5012

Records Mgmt, Part I

Lec 80 selected

How organizations engage in document or records management has a direct bearing on their efficiency and effectiveness, including legal and ethical compliance. The course offers a comprehensive introduction to the field of records and information management in all formats including, but not limited to, paper and digital. Topic covered include: records creation, evaluation, maintenance and control; records classification system; records retention; records disposition; and vital records and continuity planning.

Sections

Lecture

From the syllabus

From the Winter 2023 syllabus by J.J. Ghaddar. Winter 2027 is taught by Daulby L., so details may differ. Open the PDF

Grading

20%ParticipationOngoing
30%Mid-term paperDue Feb 26
20%Group presentationPresentation April 5
30%Final take-home examOpen book; due April 15

Textbook

  • Managing Records: A Handbook of Principles and Practice, Elizabeth Shepherd and Geoffrey Yeo

Course rules

Attendance
Attendance is required and contributes to the participation grade.
Late work
Late assignments lose 5% per day, including weekends; work is normally not accepted seven or more days late.
Missed work
For short-term absences, contact the instructor before the deadline and submit a Student Declaration of Absence form.
Absence forms
Students may submit up to two separate Student Declaration of Absence forms per course during the term.
Recording
Students may not record lectures without written instructor consent or an approved accommodation.

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