Qualifications
Taking this course can count towards part of the following qualifications:
Understanding workplace information systems (ILM Unit M3.34)
IT has revolutionised business and is a key factor in the competitiveness of any organisation.
This course examines the benefits of IT and offers an overview of online technologies such as e-commerce, email, the Internet and intranets.
It features a step-by-step guide to spreadsheet and database applications. You’ll look at different storage systems to manage paper-based and electronic information and learn to organise information so that you can find what you need, when you need it.
You’ll also find out what information you must record to comply with organisational and legal requirements, how to keep records safe and confidential and identify records included under the Data Protection Act, 1998.
What will you learn?
When you have finished this course you will be able to:
- Define information technology
- Use spreadsheets and databases
- Identify the main pros and cons of using online technologies
- Identify systems to store and retrieve information
- Understand some of the law on maintaining confidentiality.
Course level
| Beginner |
| Beginner plus |
| Intermediate |
| Advanced |
How long does it take?
Short Course - our short courses take 3 to 9 hours to complete. You can work through this course at your own pace.
What's involved?
Online - This is a course where you learn while connected to the Internet
Course Code: 100594SM157
