Adelaide University
Graduate Certificate in Information Management
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 6 months
- Course Type: Graduate Certificate
Equips students with the tools to organise, preserve and provide access to knowledge in libraries, archives, government and beyond.
Course overview
Designed as a concise and flexible qualification, this program supports working professionals looking to upskill or pivot into the information sector without putting their career on hold. Whether it’s managing library collections, curating archival records or enabling digital discovery, students will graduate ready to make an impact where information matters most.
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.
Key features
- Acquire skills, knowledge and solutions used by information management professionals.
- Enjoy flexible study options, including part-time and online learning.
- Enhance your industry knowledge and leadership potential.
- Benefit from a curriculum developed and delivered in partnership with industry.
- Learn directly from researchers and experts in the field.
- Transition into further study in Library and Information Management or Archives and Records Management.
CSP Subsidised Fees Available
This program has a limited quota of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP). The indicative CSP price is calculated based on first year fees for EFT. The actual fee may vary if there are choices in electives or majors.
Key facts
April, 2026
June, 2026
September, 2026
What you will study
Students must complete 24 units comprising four core courses. Each course is worth six units.
Core courses
Complete 24 units for all of the following:
- Information Management Foundations
- Information Management Professional Practice
- Technological Foundations
- Information Resources (UniSA)
Entry requirements
Admission criteria
To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate that they fulfil 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's (AQF level 7) or bachelor's honours (AQF level 8) degree or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution; OR
- A minimum of five years of relevant work experience.
Outcomes
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:
- 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
Fees and CSP
Estimated student contribution amount per 0.5 EFTSL (24 units) in 2026: $4,768.50 (Commonwealth Supported Place)
Commonwealth-supported students are charged a portion of the cost of their higher education through a student contribution. Where the duration of the program is less than one year, the total cost of the program is displayed.
Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP)
A Commonwealth Supported Place is a higher education place where the Australian Government subsidises your fees so that you only pay a portion through a student contribution amount.
The amount of student contribution you’ll pay depends on:
- Number of courses you are enrolled in.
- Unit value of courses.
- Funding cluster your courses fall under.
A HECS-HELP loan allows students to borrow from the Australian Government to cover some or all of their student contribution. To be eligible for HECS-HELP, you must be studying in a Commonwealth Supported Place.