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What You'll Learn

Master records management essentials. Learn to organize, store, and retrieve records efficiently and effectively.

Course Benefits
Industry Certification

Internationally recognized qualification

Expert Instructors

Learn from industry professionals

Dedicated Support

Assistance during and after training

Practical Skills

Apply knowledge immediately

Comprehensive 5-day curriculum with all materials included
Hands-on exercises and real-world case studies
Valuable networking opportunities with peers and experts
Post-course resources and refresher materials
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Duration 5 Days
Level Intermediate
Format In-Person

Course Overview

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Records Management Essentials Course is designed to equip professionals with fundamental skills and knowledge to efficiently handle organizational records. Participants will learn best practices in managing both physical and digital records, from creation and maintenance to retention and disposal, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and standards. This course will provide practical approaches to organizing, storing, retrieving, and safeguarding valuable records, enhancing the overall productivity and operational efficiency of their organization. This course will provide participants with both theoretical and practical skills essential for managing records efficiently in today’s business environment.

Duration

5 Days

Who Should Attend

  • Administrative and office staff
  • Records management officers
  • Document controllers
  • Compliance officers
  • Legal professionals responsible for handling documents
  • Archivists and librarians
  • IT professionals involved in data management
  • Managers responsible for overseeing record-keeping functions

Course Impact

Organizational Impact

  • Boost efficiency and productivity by enabling quick access to information.

  • Reduce legal and compliance risks with systematic records management.

  • Strengthen business continuity through secure, recoverable records.

  • Cut storage costs and streamline organizational processes.

Personal Impact

  • Gain a universally valuable skill relevant across industries.

  • Build a strong foundation for roles in administration, compliance, and management.

  • Contribute directly to efficiency and legal compliance.

  • Improve personal organization with practical file and information management strategies.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the principles and best practices of effective records management.
  • Identify the lifecycle of records and implement appropriate management techniques at each stage.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and organizational policies related to record-keeping.
  • Develop and implement a records retention and disposal policy that aligns with organizational needs.
  • Utilize digital tools and systems for efficient record storage, access, and retrieval.
  • Safeguard records against unauthorized access, loss, or damage.
  • Evaluate and streamline current records management practices to improve operational efficiency.

Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Records Management

  • Definition and importance of records management
  • Overview of records management standards and regulations

Module 2: Records Lifecycle

  • Creation, classification, and indexing of records
  • Maintenance, storage, and retrieval processes
  • Retention schedules and disposal methods

Module 3: Legal and Regulatory Compliance

  • Records management laws and regulations
  • Managing risks and ensuring legal compliance

Module 4: Digital Records Management

  • Introduction to electronic document management systems (EDMS)
  • Converting physical records into digital formats
  • Cloud storage and data security in records management

Module 5: Data Protection and Confidentiality

  • Strategies for safeguarding sensitive and confidential records
  • Implementing access control and security measures

Module 6: Records Retention and Disposal Policies

  • Developing retention schedules
  • Procedures for archiving, purging, and disposing of records

 Module 7: Best Practices and Case Studies

  • Review of successful records management systems
  • Practical tips for improving records management practices

Prerequisites

No specific prerequisites required. This course is suitable for beginners and professionals alike.

Course Administration Details

Customized Training

This training can be tailored to your institution needs and delivered at a location of your choice upon request.

Requirements

Participants need to be proficient in English.

Training Fee

The fee covers tuition, training materials, refreshments, lunch, and study visits. Participants are responsible for their own travel, visa, insurance, and personal expenses.

Certification

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be issued with a certificate from Ideal Workplace Solutions certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) under License NO: NITA/TRN/2734.

Accommodation

Accommodation can be arranged upon request. Contact via email for reservations.

Payment

Payment should be made before the training starts, with proof of payment sent to outreach@idealworkplacesolutions.org.

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In-Person Training Schedules


January 2026
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5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026 5 days Nairobi, Kenya KES 99,000 | USD 1,400 Enroll Now
5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026 5 days Cape Town, South Africa USD 3,500 Enroll Now
5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026 5 days Dubai, United Arabs Emirates USD 4,000 Enroll Now
5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026 5 days Zanzibar, Tanzania USD 2,200 Enroll Now
12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026 5 days Mombasa, Kenya KES 115,000 | USD 1,500 Enroll Now
12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026 5 days Kigali, Rwanda USD 1,800 Enroll Now
12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026 5 days Accra, Ghana USD 5,950 Enroll Now
12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026 5 days Kampala, Uganda USD 2,200 Enroll Now
19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026 5 days Dar es Salaam, Tanzania USD 2,000 Enroll Now
19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026 5 days Johannesburg, South Africa USD 3,100 Enroll Now
19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026 5 days Nakuru, Kenya KES 105,000 | USD 1,400 Enroll Now
19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026 5 days Dakar, Senegal USD 3,500 Enroll Now
26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026 5 days Pretoria, South Africa USD 3,100 Enroll Now
26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026 5 days Kisumu, Kenya KES 105,000 | USD 1,500 Enroll Now
26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026 5 days Naivasha, Kenya KES 105,000 | USD 1,400 Enroll Now
26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026 5 days Arusha, Tanzania USD 2,000 Enroll Now
5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
5 days
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Nairobi, Kenya
Fee (VAT Incl.):
KES 99,000
USD 1,400
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5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Cape Town, South Africa
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 3,500
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5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Dubai, United Arabs Emirates
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 4,000
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5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Zanzibar, Tanzania
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 2,200
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12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Mombasa, Kenya
Fee (VAT Incl.):
KES 115,000
USD 1,500
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12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Kigali, Rwanda
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 1,800
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12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Accra, Ghana
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 5,950
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12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Kampala, Uganda
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 2,200
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19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 2,000
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19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Johannesburg, South Africa
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 3,100
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19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Nakuru, Kenya
Fee (VAT Incl.):
KES 105,000
USD 1,400
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19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Dakar, Senegal
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 3,500
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26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Pretoria, South Africa
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 3,100
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26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Kisumu, Kenya
Fee (VAT Incl.):
KES 105,000
USD 1,500
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26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Naivasha, Kenya
Fee (VAT Incl.):
KES 105,000
USD 1,400
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26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Arusha, Tanzania
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 2,000
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The goal is to provide a solid foundation in records management. You'll learn the essential processes and best practices for creating, storing, and disposing of records to ensure compliance and accessibility.
It is the systematic control of an organization’s information, both physical and electronic, from its creation to its final disposition. It ensures that records are trustworthy and retrievable.
It helps mitigate legal and financial risks, supports regulatory compliance, improves operational efficiency, and ensures that vital institutional knowledge is preserved and easily retrievable.
You'll cover the full lifecycle of records: creation, active use, maintenance, legal hold, retention scheduling, and secure final disposition to meet compliance requirements.
You'll learn how to implement and enforce retention schedules, establish an audit trail, and create policies that ensure your organization meets legal, regulatory, and ethical standards.
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