Qualifications
Taking this course can count towards part of the following qualifications:
Workplace Information Systems (ILM Unit M2.17)
Information is the lifeblood of your organisation, and you need systems in place to help you manage that information effectively.
This course examines the types of information managers use. It explores why some information is confidential and your role in maintaining confidentiality. You will also learn some of the law covering confidentiality.
You’ll look at the different types of computer hardware used to store information and how to select the best one for the job. You’ll learn how to use databases and spreadsheets to retrieve information, how to store information using files and folders, and you’ll also look at some of the health and safety aspects of using computers.
What will you learn?
When you have finished this course you will be able to:
- Understand the types of information you might need to use
- Understand your role in maintaining confidentiality
- Identify types of computer hardware
- Use and retrieve information from databases and spreadsheets
- Manage information using files and folders
- Understand the health and safety aspects of using a computer.
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?
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Course Code: 101023SM050
