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Course Description

Define and explain in detail the concept of information access in a liberal democracy. Access concepts and principles are explored and discussed through the examination of the Federal Access to Information Act. Key information access issues facing access legislation administrators are also identified and discussed. Prerequisite: EXIAPP 8171

Who Should Take This Course?

Aimed at individuals interested in pursuing a career in access and privacy, and professionals in a wide range of areas, such as federal, provincial, and municipal government employees; human resources professionals; lawyers and legal professionals; publicity and marketing staff; and records management professionals.

Learner Outcomes

Courses in the IAPP program equip students with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to help them become effective information rights administrators, including access and privacy administration, best practices, and exercising sound judgement.

Notes

Fully online asynchronous course, accessible through eClass, the University of Alberta’s eLearning management tool. This course is composed of six modules; each module is guided by an expert instructor over a two-week period. Assessment activities include a mid-term exam, an academic paper, and a final written piece where students summarize what they have learned. All learning materials are provided through eClass at no additional cost.

Recommendations

Students intending to complete a program are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to lock in their course requirements.

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Section Title
Information Access in a Liberal Democracy
Language of Delivery
English
Type
Online - Asynchronous
Dates
Jan 13, 2025 to Apr 04, 2025
Delivery Options
Online - Asynchronous  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $845.00
Section Title
Information Access in a Liberal Democracy
Language of Delivery
English
Type
Online - Asynchronous
Dates
Jan 13, 2025 to Apr 04, 2025
Delivery Options
Online - Asynchronous  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $845.00
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