15
$485
Spring 2 2025 classes start on March 17, 2025
Advance your career with the Online Graduate Certificate in Records and Information Management from LSU Online. Effectively managing records and information is a vital component to the success of organizations in many industries including oil and gas, healthcare, financial services, biomedical and pharmaceutical, education, and government.
Created in partnership with the Institute of Certified Records Managers (ICRM), this comprehensive program is aligned with the ICRM Exam Outline, enabling students to receive credit for passing Exam Parts 1-5 toward their ICRM certification. Students are prepared for exciting careers such as Records Manager, Records and Information Management Analyst, Enterprise Content Manager, Information Governance Officer, Electronic Records Manager, Digital Assets Manager, and many more! Additional information on the School of Information Studies Graduate Programs can be found here.
Through the partnership with ICRM, students can get on the fast track to become a Certified Records Analyst (CRA) or Certified Records Manager (CRM), increasing your value to potential employers.
Receive world-class customer service through a personal coach from application to graduation.
Complete this graduate certificate program online in a flexible format that fits your busy schedule with convenient classes that allow you to balance work, family, and life.
Ms. Wendy McLain, an Alumna of Distinction of SLIS, past chair of ICRM, current director of the Board of Directors at ARMA International, and veteran RIM/IG professional experienced in the government, healthcare, engineering, and energy sectors helped initiate this program, providing expert knowledge and guidance to enable student success.
Students enrolled in this program are eligible for membership in the Omega Nu Lambda (ONL) Honor Society. Created to recognize the academic excellence of online students, ONL provides access to exclusive networking opportunities, scholarships, and a lifelong community of like-minded achievers. Enrich your college experience and connect with peers globally through Omega Nu Lambda!
Upon completion of this program, I was finally able to secure a position in a records and information department working for the vibrant capital city of Austin, TX. Between the academic credentials, the certification from ICRM, this experience without a doubt gave me the much-needed edge to finally move my career forward. It is no easy feat for someone with 20 years’ experience to transition in a competitive job market. I did it with the added advantage of the CRIM graduate certificate from LSU."
Marcia Spaulding, MLIS, CRA
LSU online CRIM certificate, Spring 2022
Total credit hours per program: 15 credit hours
Cost per credit hour: $485
Total cost with fees: $7,275
The total cost above does not include transfer credit or financial aid. Cost per credit hour and fees are subject to change. Fee schedules may vary by program depending on course-specific fees for proctoring and/or books. Please contact a Student Success Coach for more information.
Three required courses:
Complete two electives from the following:
*Students with at least one year of full-time work experience in the field of Records & Information Management are allowed to substitute LIS 7618 e-Discovery for LIS 7909 Directed Independent Study.
Applicants must apply through the LSU Graduate School. All application materials must be received by the application deadlines. In addition to the LSU Graduate School required materials, the School of Information Studies requires applicants to provide:
1. A resume
2. A statement of purpose of at least 1,000 words that answers the following questions:
Please note: GC in Records and Information Management does not require letters of recommendation.
The Graduate School's criteria for admission and probationary admission are shown below.
Admission
Probationary Admission
Additional information about LSU Graduate admission requirements are located here.
Students who graduate with an online graduate certificate in records and information management will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to effectively create and maintain an institution’s records.
Students will meet the following learning outcomes:
This online certificate is offered as part of the online MLIS program or as a separate graduate certificate. Since the program was created in partnership with ICRM, you can fast-track your career as a Certified Records Analyst (CRA) or Certified Records Manager (CRM).
There are many factors new students should consider when deciding whether to begin their academic degree or certificate program in the summer or during a fall/spring term. Summer modules are shorter (5 weeks) when compared to fall/spring modules (7 weeks). Therefore, a course during a 5-week module requires students to dedicate more time than a 7-week module.
New students that have full-time jobs or family obligations may find it more challenging to begin their degree or certificate program in the summer modules. Graduate School policy requires students maintain a 3.0 GPA or higher to avoid academic probation (“B” or better), and a 2.75 GPA or higher to remain academically eligible. Our online students have told us that summer courses demand they devote more time to their coursework to be successful because of the shorter length of the summer module. Students in summer courses should expect to spend about 25 hours per week on their academic studies.
Online studies provide the flexibility you need to fit your educational goals into your life. Please consider these factors when deciding which start time gives you the best opportunity for a successful beginning to your academic journey.
For more detailed information, you may read the School of Information Studies Graduate Student Handbook.
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