Document Control and Records Management Course

Course Category : Compliance

A specialised training programme focused on establishing effective document control and records management systems to ensure compliance, operational efficiency, and information sustainability.
Duration: 5 Days | Level: Intermediate

Introduction

In modern organisational environments, document control and records management are critical to ensuring governance and regulatory compliance. As data volumes expand and operations become more complex, structured systems are essential for organising, retrieving, and protecting information. This course presents professional methodologies for managing documents and records, covering international standards and best practices, and enabling participants to design and implement integrated systems that support operational efficiency and informed decision-making.

Targeted Audience

Document and Records Managers
Archiving and Records Staff
Quality and Compliance Managers
Project Managers
Administrative Professionals
Information Systems Officers
Corporate Governance Professionals

Targeted Skills

Document control system design
Records management standards implementation
Document classification and indexing
Document lifecycle management
Compliance with policies and regulations
Electronic document management systems usage

Expected Outcomes

Develop a comprehensive understanding of document control and records management concepts.
Design integrated document management systems.
Apply international standards and best practices.
Improve information accessibility and retrieval efficiency.
Ensure compliance and document protection.

Training Topics Index

Concepts of document and records management
Differences between documents and records
Importance of information governance
Modern challenges in document management
Role in organisational performance

Classification methodologies
Coding and indexing systems
File structure development
Version control management
Access control mechanisms

Lifecycle stages
Creation, review, and approval
Storage and retention
Disposal and archiving
Retention policy frameworks

EDMS concepts
System functionalities
Integration with business processes
Information security considerations
Digital transformation in document management

ISO standards for records management
Compliance policies and procedures
Internal and external auditing
Risk management in documentation
Performance improvement and continuity

Course Features

Updated and Interactive Content
Hypothetical Examples and Case Studies
Pre- and Post-assessments to Measure Impact
Verified Certificate with a QR Verification Code

Document Control and Records Management Course