About the course

This course shows the student how to select sources of information and data for a given purpose, conduct an information search and present the findings.

This course is available in the following programme(s):

OP5205 Diploma in Information & Library Studies Level 5
OP5271 Diploma in Communication Studies Level 5 
OP7001 Bachelor of Business
OP7010 Bachelor of Applied Science
OP7020 Bachelor of Arts
OP7203 Graduate Diploma in Professional Accounting Level 7

What's in the course

Topics covered include

• Identifying and clarifying your information needs
• Using different types and formats of information
• Evaluating and summarising information
• Searching and presenting information on a specific topic.

What students learn

• Develop a clear brief showing information needs
• Access appropriate information
• Evaluate the information retrieved
• Compile a bibliography or reference list
• Prepare an abstract of research
• Outline how trends in the management of information could affect societies in the future.

Assessment

Fees

New Zealand Student Fee    $588.00

Additional Fee Information

What do I do now?

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Download an enrolment form.
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