Module 5.1: Research Information and Reporting - 18 June 2026

All times are listed in AEST (April to September) or AEDT (October to March)

This module:

• Gives research management professionals insight into the current and evolving practices of research information management.
• Covers the national and institutional contexts which drive the requirements to collect, process, manage and analyse research information. 
• Examines the theory behind, and basic principles of, relational database systems and the management of research information systems.
• Provides an understanding of reporting requirements and the principles of evidence-based policy.
• Gives an introduction to research performance indicators and research drivers in the context of research evaluation and assessment, including research impact.

Key learning outcomes:

After successfully completing this module, participants will be familiar with:

• The concept of keys in a relational database system;
• The reason we store data and how we determine what is important and necessary to store;
• The common terms used in the different realms of research information management;
• An understanding of the key role research data and the analysis of data plays in performance and reputational management of both individuals and institutions; and
• The relationship between research ‘success’ and research reputation and how those form the paradigm for institutional performance and growth.

Who should attend:

This module is applicable to a wide range of research management professionals and suitable for:

• Those new to the research management profession;
• Research management professionalswho have specialised in a particular area and wish to broaden their knowledge; and/or
• Experienced research management professionals seeking to refresh their knowledge in a specific topic area.

Research management professionals from all organisations and institutions will benefit from this module including those from:

• Research agencies and institutes
• Medical research institutes
• Research and development corporations
• Research centres
• Government departments
• Funding bodies
• Industrial research and development teams
• Service providers
• Commercialisation bodies
• Consultancies

This module is part of the Foundation Level Accreditation Program, available to participants in all regions. Additionally, each module can be pursued independently for professional development.

Accreditation Pathway

This module forms part of the ARMS Professional Development Framework under “Data and Information Management”.

he module may be completed as a standalone professional development activity, or as part of a broader accreditation pathway.

Participants from all regions may enrol. 

Presenter(s)

Alistair Duncan
Executive Director, Research Strategy & Operations, La Trobe University

Format

Online workshop (Zoom)

Cost

• ARMS Member: $420 AUD (GST inclusive) - Member discount applied automatically in the shopping cart.
• Non-Member: $520 AUD (GST inclusive)

Registration

• Members: Please log in to your ARMS account and continue your registration below.
• Non-Members: Please create or sign into your free website user account to continue your registration.

Event Communications and Pre-Reading

• A registration confirmation email will be issued upon successful registration. Please note that pending payments may delay confirmation. If you require assistance, contact the ARMS Accreditation and Member Engagement Coordinator.
• Access to the Body of Knowledge (pre-reading), any additional study material, and the Zoom access link will be distributed approximately ten (10) days prior to the workshop.

Cancellation Policy

Should your circumstances change, and you are unable to attend this workshop, you must contact ARMSAccreditation@researchmangement.org.au by no later than 10 working days prior to the commencement of the scheduled event. ARMS will refund the full registration fee minus any administrative fees.

Should you cancel less than 10 working days prior to the commencement of this workshop, no refund will be payable but instead you may wish to send a proxy.

ARMS reserve the right to cancel, postpone or re-schedule courses and events due to minimum numbers not being reached or for other unforeseen circumstances.  In the event of a cancellation, ARMS will aim to advise all participants in writing five (5) days prior to the scheduled event and will refund the full registration fee including administrative charges within 30 days after notification.

Using Zoom

• We strongly recommend testing your Zoom access prior to the session.
• How to join a Zoom meeting
• Zoom participant controls
• For technical support, please contact your organisation’s IT team.

Enquiries

For further information, please contact the Accreditation and Member Engagement Coordinator:

• Email: ARMSAccreditation@researchmanagement.org.au
• Phone +61 8 8201 5592