The MQF Level 5 Award in Information Management in Business enables learners to gain insight into the importance of establishing and managing effective information management systems and processes within an organisation to ensure its success. Information management encompasses the sourcing, gathering, organising, storing, and maintenance of information and data to support informed decision-making, which is crucial to achieving organisational objectives.

Learners will learn how to:

• Identify links between information systems, management, organisation and the strategy.
• Discuss in detail how information management allows for the protection of corporate memory and proprietary information.
• Understand the role of information management when it comes to the dissemination of data between all employees and management.
• Evaluate the role of managing information effectively when it comes to decision-making.
• Use word processing or sheets software to prepare and present data in a professional manner.
• Assess problems and use information based solutions making use of acquired data and information.

Mode of Assessment

The Award in Information Management in Business is assessed through the use of an examination.

Target Audience

This course is intended for those who are aged 21+ and aspire to work in the business world.