Certificate in Records Management and Records Retention Training Course
Date | Format | Duration | Fees (GBP) | Register |
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10 Mar - 14 Mar, 2025 | Live Online | 5 Days | £2525 | Register → |
28 Apr - 09 May, 2025 | Live Online | 10 Days | £5325 | Register → |
26 May - 30 May, 2025 | Live Online | 5 Days | £2525 | Register → |
25 Jun - 27 Jun, 2025 | Live Online | 3 Days | £1725 | Register → |
08 Sep - 19 Sep, 2025 | Live Online | 10 Days | £5325 | Register → |
01 Oct - 03 Oct, 2025 | Live Online | 3 Days | £1725 | Register → |
Date | Venue | Duration | Fees (GBP) | Register |
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03 Mar - 21 Mar, 2025 | Riyadh | 15 Days | £10400 | Register → |
07 Apr - 11 Apr, 2025 | Nairobi | 5 Days | £4125 | Register → |
05 May - 09 May, 2025 | Accra | 5 Days | £4125 | Register → |
02 Jun - 04 Jun, 2025 | London | 3 Days | £3725 | Register → |
06 Oct - 10 Oct, 2025 | Accra | 5 Days | £4125 | Register → |
03 Nov - 07 Nov, 2025 | Dubai | 5 Days | £4050 | Register → |
01 Dec - 05 Dec, 2025 | London | 5 Days | £4450 | Register → |
Why select this training course?
Understanding the relevance of records in contemporary business: In today’s fast-paced and interconnected world, the volume and complexity of data generated by businesses have reached unprecedented levels. Every email, transaction, report, and communication contributes to the vast pool of organisational information, collectively known as records. These records are not just static documents but active repositories of valuable insights, historical context, and legal evidence. In essence, they are the building blocks upon which businesses make informed decisions, drive innovation, and maintain accountability. Moreover, the significance of records extends beyond internal operations to encompass customer interactions, regulatory compliance, and strategic planning. Organisations rely on accurate and accessible records to demonstrate transparency, uphold integrity, and foster trust among stakeholders. From maintaining financial records to preserving intellectual property, the scope of records management encompasses a diverse array of functions that are integral to the sustainability and growth of any enterprise.
What is records management?
Records management is the systematic process by which organisations control the creation, classification, storage, retrieval, retention, and disposition of records throughout their lifecycle. It involves categorising records based on their content and relevance, storing them securely, ensuring easy access when needed, and adhering to predetermined retention schedules to meet legal, regulatory, and operational requirements. By managing records effectively, organisations can maintain data integrity, support informed decision-making, mitigate risks, and preserve institutional knowledge, ultimately enhancing efficiency and compliance across the enterprise.
What is records retention?
Records retention refers to the practice of retaining and managing records for specific periods of time according to legal, regulatory, operational, and historical requirements. It involves determining how long different types of records should be kept before they are either destroyed or transferred to archival storage. Records retention policies are established to ensure that organisations retain records for as long as they are needed for business operations, compliance, audits, and legal purposes, while also minimising the risks associated with retaining unnecessary or obsolete records. Effective records retention helps organisations maintain compliance with relevant laws and regulations, manage storage costs, reduce legal risks, and preserve valuable information assets for future reference and historical purposes.
Rcademy’s Certificate in Records Management and Records Retention Training Course offers a structured curriculum designed by industry experts to equip professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the complexities of records management and retention. By earning this certificate, participants demonstrate their proficiency in ensuring organisational compliance, enhancing operational efficiency, and safeguarding critical information assets.
Who should attend?
Rcademy’s Certificate in Records Management and Records Retention Training Course is suitable to professionals from diverse industries including:
- Records Managers
- Compliance Officers
- Information Governance Professionals
- Legal Professionals
- Archivists
- Business Owners
- HR managers
- Administrative assistants
What are the course objectives?
Upon successful completion of Rcademy’s Certificate in Records Management and Records Retention Training Course, participants will be able to:
- Gain a thorough understanding of records management principles and practices.
- Learn strategies for developing and implementing effective records retention policies.
- Acquire knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
- Develop skills in assessing, categorising, and preserving records throughout their lifecycle.
- Explore emerging trends and technologies in records management.
How will this course be presented?
Rcademy’s Certificate in Records Management and Records Retention Training Course will be delivered through:
- Interactive Lectures
- Hands-On Workshops
- Use of case studies and real-world scenarios
- Group Discussions
- Management games
- Continuous support
What are the topics covered in this course?
Module 1: Introduction to Records Management and Information Governance
- Understanding the importance of records in digital business environments
- Overview of regulatory frameworks and compliance standards
- Risks and challenges in contemporary records management
- Introduction to information governance principles
Module 2: Digital Records Management Best Practices
- Strategies for digitising physical records and documents
- Implementing electronic document management systems (EDMS)
- Data security and privacy considerations in digital records management
- Managing records in cloud environments and remote work settings
Module 3: Records Classification and Taxonomy Development
- Creating effective records classification schemes
- Developing metadata standards for improved record retrieval
- Implementing automated classification technologies
- Taxonomy design for enhanced information organisation and retrieval
Module 4: Records Retention Policies and Legal Compliance
- Designing comprehensive records retention schedules
- Understanding legal and regulatory requirements for records retention
- Managing records in response to litigation and e-discovery requests
- Ensuring GDPR and data protection compliance in records retention
Module 5: Records Disposition and Destruction Strategies
- Establishing secure records disposal procedures
- Implementing document shredding and data destruction protocols
- Archiving strategies for long-term preservation of records
- Environmental considerations in records disposal and recycling
Module 6: Email And Electronic Communication Management
- Best practices for email records management
- Implementing email archiving solutions and retention policies
- Managing instant messaging and collaboration platforms
- Addressing privacy and security risks in electronic communication
Module 7: Information Governance and Risk Management
- Integrated approaches to information governance
- Identifying and mitigating information security risks
- Conducting records management audits and assessments
- Developing incident response plans for data breaches and security incidents
Module 8: Records Management in Regulatory Compliance
- Compliance requirements for specific industries (e.g., healthcare, finance)
- Managing records in response to GDPR, CCPA, and other data privacy regulations
- Auditing and monitoring records for regulatory compliance
- Implementing compliance management software and tools
Module 9: Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning
- Developing records management policies for business continuity
- Ensuring accessibility and availability of critical records during disruptions
- Integrating records management with disaster recovery plans
- Testing and validating business continuity strategies and procedures
Module 10: Emerging Trends in Records Management Technology
- Artificial intelligence and machine learning applications in records management
- Blockchain technology for secure and immutable records management
- Leveraging big data analytics for records insights and governance
- Exploring the role of augmented reality in records visualisation and management