Archives and Records Management

Introduction to the essentials of records and knowledge management in diverse organizational settings and in society. Organizational theory and how this relates to the history and development of record-keeping systems, electronic-records management and the advent of new technologies, and the place of records and knowledge management in the information professions. Theoretical principles, methodologies, and practical administration of archives, records, and other information sources from print to oral contributing to the management of knowledge necessary for organizations and society. Required for students admitted to the Archives and Information Science Specialization.