Module 5.1: Research Information and Reporting - 22 May 2025

Time listed as AEST (April to September) or AEDT (October to March)

The purpose of this module is to give research management professionals insight into the current and evolving practices of research information management.

Applicable to a wide range of research management professionals, areas covered in this module include the national and institutional contexts which drive the requirements to collect, process, manage and analyse research information. It examines the theory behind, and basic principles of, relational database systems and the management of research information systems, and provides an understanding of reporting requirements and the principles of evidence-based policy.

In addition, the module 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 completing this module, participants will be able to demonstrate familiarity 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 suitable for those who are new to the research management profession, those who have specialised in one area of research management and wish to broaden their knowledge and/or those who are experienced research management professionals but wish to refresh their knowledge in a specific topic area.

This module is suitable for research management professionls with limited or no previous experience working in organisations involved in research, 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; and
• 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.

Presenter:

Dr Alistair Duncan

Location: 

Zoom Meeting

Cost:

ARMS Member: $405 AUD (GST inclusive) - Price discounted in the shopping cart.
Non-Member: $505 AUD (GST inclusive)

Registration:

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Non-Members: Create or sign into your free website user account to continue your registration.

Event Emails and Pre-reading:

• Upon successful registration for this workshop, you will receive a confirmation email. Please note that any pending payments may delay the delivery of this email. If you need assistance, contact the ARMS Accreditation and Member Engagement Coordinator.
• The link to the Body of Knowledge (pre-reading), along with any other relevant study materials and the Zoom link, will be sent at least two (2) weeks prior to the workshop.

We strongly recommend your ability to connect to Zoom before 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.

Enquiries:

Please reach out to our Accreditation and Member Engagement Coordinator at ARMSAccreditation@researchmanagement.org.au or +61 8 8201 5592.