Short Courses in Information Management

School of Humanities and Social Sciences

Information and Communication Sciences

Short Professional Courses in Information Management

Consistent with the University’s goal to reach out to the community and impart knowledge to the people of Papua New Guinea, the Information and Communication Sciences Strand, SHSS is offering two short courses in Information Management from 18^th November through 13^th December 2024.

Target Groups

1. Information professionals working in both public and private sectors and Non-formal Organizations without any
2. Information professionals currently working in government and private sector organizations who wish to acquire additional skills in the field of Information Science & Technology Management.
3. Private citizens who wish to acquire skills in Information Science & Technology Management to manage their day-to-day information needs.

Course Titles and Topics

Course 1	Information Science & Technology Management 1, Part 1
Module 1	Techniques in Retrieving & Analyzing Web Resources	Venue: Kuri Dom Building, Waigani Campus
Module 2	Introduction to Cataloging & Classification	Duration: 10 days
Module 3	Introduction to Archives /Records Management	Date: Nov 18 – 29, 2024
Module 4	Introduction to Database Management	Fees: K2000
Module 5	Introduction to Website Design & Development
Module 6	Introduction to Data Analysis & Data Visualization 1

Course 2	Information Science & Technology Management 2, Part 2
Module 1	Advanced Skills in Information Retrieval	Venue: Kuri Dom Building, Waigani Campus
Module 2	Advance Skills in Archives /Records Management	Duration: 10 days
Module 3	Creating & Managing Digital Libraries & Repositories	Date: Dec. 2 -13, 2024
Module 4	Creating & Managing Electronic Records & Databases	Fees: K2000
Module 5	Digital Content Management & Collaboration Strategies for Small Project Teams
Module 6	Introduction to Data Analysis & Data Visualization 2

Important Notes:

1. Course materials (course modules, software) will be provided and Certificates will be issued on the successful completion of the Course.
2. Confirm that you have been selected before paying your fees. Payment should be made direct to any BSP Branch as follows:
   • Account Name: The University of Papua New Guinea Trust Account
   • Account Number: 202 1000583573
3. Interested participants can request a short course information booklet and an electronic Application Form to be sent by email.
4. Registration fee of K50 to be paid in cash during registration.

For more information on the courses, Application Forms and payment details, please contact Short Course Coordinator, Tukul Kaiku or Short Course Assistant, Jedediah Wau or Head of Strand, Gerald Gabb.

Roboam Kakap
Acting Registrar