Graduate Certificate in Information Management

    Graduate Certificate in Information Management

    Duration0.5 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 19,047 / Semester
    Next IntakeJune 5, 2026
    Graduate Certificate in Information Management

    About

    The Graduate Certificate in Information Management has a strong foundation in contemporary professional practice. It’s perfect for those looking to advance in information management, or for career changers eager to enter the field. Students can study at their own pace and entirely online, making it easier to fit learning into a busy life.

    Designed in partnership with industry, the program incorporates insights from real information experts. Students will learn the basic principles and theories behind managing, organising, securing and retrieving information.

    Understand how technology is used in information roles. Learn how information systems operate within different organisations. Unpack ethical considerations and professional standards in the field. Explore online databases and digital libraries, as well as physical archives and records.

    This certificate sets students up for further study in library, archives and record management. Or, you can graduate ready to confidently handle and protect important information at a foundational level.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfill any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.

    A completed bachelor (AQF level 7) or bachelor honours (AQF level 8) degree or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution; OR

    A minimum of five years relevant work experience.

    English Program Requirements

    IELTS Overall 6.5 | IELTS Reading 6 | IELTS Listening 6 | IELTS Speaking 6 | IELTS Writing 6

    Career

    Career outcomes

    The Graduate Certificate in Information Management prepares students for essential roles in libraries, archives, and records management. You’ll be supporting communities, safeguarding cultural heritage, and ensuring the integrity of organisational memory. Whether you're curating collections, managing digital archives, or enabling access to critical records, this qualification opens the door to meaningful and impactful careers.  

    Information management skills are also transferable to careers as a: 

    • Librarian 
    • Records manager 
    • Archivist 
    • Corporate information manager 
    • Digital content manager 
    • Database administrator  
    • Information technology specialist  
    • Data analyst  
    • Corporate trainer 
    • Project manager  
    • Metadata developer 
    • Knowledge engineer 
    • Ontologist 
    • Compliance officer.  

    Or, continue straight into the Graduate Diploma or Master of Information Management, using credits to fast-track studies.  

    Industry trends

    From card catalogues and filing cabinets to cloud archives and AI-powered discovery, information management has transformed dramatically. What began as a behind-the-scenes function is now a vital force shaping how we preserve history, protect privacy, and deliver knowledge to communities. 

    Libraries are evolving into digital knowledge hubs. Archives are leading the way in safeguarding cultural memory. Records managers are crucial to transparency, compliance, and trust. 

    In the digital age, timely and accurate access to information doesn’t just support decision-making – it can shape public policy, protect rights, and enrich lives. With the Graduate Certificate in Information Management, students will gain the specialised skills needed to thrive in this critical field. 

    Ready to future-proof your career and make information matter? 

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    19,047 / semester
    Graduate Certificate in Information Management
    University of Adelaide
    University of Adelaide
    Australia

    Australia, Adelaide