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Professional training course · AS-002

E-Library Management Techniques

Digital libraries have become essential for storing knowledge, improving access to information, preserving records, and supporting research, education, and business…

  • 5 daysClassroom or online
  • 16Upcoming dates
  • 6Cities
  • £2,250Fees from

Course overview

Why Attend
Digital libraries have become essential for storing knowledge, improving access to information, preserving records, and supporting research, education, and business operations. Effective e-library management requires structured systems for indexing, storage, retrieval, security, and compliance. This course provides participants with practical tools to design, manage, and improve modern electronic library systems and digital information services.

Course Methodology
This course uses an interactive and practical approach through presentations, case studies, system demonstrations, group discussions, workshops, drafting exercises, and real organizational examples.

Course Objectives

  • Understand the principles of e-library management
  • Develop filing, indexing, and digital archiving systems
  • Apply international standards and best practices
  • Improve document control and records management
  • Strengthen metadata, search, and retrieval processes
  • Enhance security and access control for digital libraries
  • Plan successful e-library implementation projects
  • Build sustainable knowledge management systems

Target Audience

  • Librarians
  • Information Management Professionals
  • Records Officers
  • Document Controllers
  • Knowledge Management Staff
  • IT Support Teams
  • Anyone responsible for digital libraries or archives

Target Competencies

  • E-Library Management
  • Records Management
  • Document Control
  • Metadata Design
  • Information Retrieval
  • Digital Archiving
  • Compliance Awareness
  • Project Planning

Course outline

  1. 1Day 1: Foundations of E-Library Management
    • Introduction to e-library concepts and business value
    • Evolution from traditional to digital libraries
    • Structure of electronic filing and classification systems
    • Indexing, storage, and search fundamentals
    • Principles of document control and records management
    • User needs and service expectations in digital libraries
  2. 2Day 2: Policies, Standards, and Governance
    • Developing policies for e-library operations
    • International Federation of Library Associations (IFLA) guidance
    • ISO standards relevant to digital libraries and documentation
    • Regulatory, legal, and compliance considerations
    • Copyright, licensing, and intellectual property basics
    • Governance models for information management
  3. 3Day 3: Designing E-Library Systems and Procedures
    • Planning an effective e-library structure
    • Creating filing and retention procedures
    • Building indexing systems and metadata frameworks
    • Archive management and lifecycle controls
    • Search engine design and retrieval efficiency
    • Security settings and user access permissions
    • Workshop: Draft an e-library procedure manual
  4. 4Day 4: Technology, Roles, and Implementation
    • Overview of e-library software and content management systems
    • Cloud and on-premise storage options
    • Roles and responsibilities of library teams and IT support
    • Project planning for implementation or upgrade
    • Change management and user adoption strategies
    • Measuring system performance and service quality
  5. 5Day 5: Case Studies and Practical Applications
    • Case studies of successful digital library projects
    • Solving common operational challenges
    • Drafting exercises for policies and workflows
    • Improving user experience and service delivery
    • Building a continuous improvement roadmap
    • Final wrap-up and discussion session

Schedule

Dates and fees

16 upcoming dates in 6 cities. Fees are per delegate; bring colleagues and every seat is discounted. Every date can also be joined live online for £1,280.

All dates as PDF
November 2026
16NOV 16 - 20 Nov 2026Mon to Fri · 5 daysNext session
Netherlands flag AmsterdamNetherlands · Classroom
£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each
December 2026
7DEC 7 - 11 Dec 2026Mon to Fri · 5 daysOur home city
United Kingdom flag LondonUnited Kingdom · Classroom
£2,750per delegate2+ people: £2,200 each
14DEC 14 - 18 Dec 2026Mon to Fri · 5 days
Malaysia flag Kuala LumpurMalaysia · Classroom
£2,250per delegate2+ people: £1,800 each
21DEC 21 - 25 Dec 2026Mon to Fri · 5 days
Netherlands flag AmsterdamNetherlands · Classroom
£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each
January 2027
18JAN 18 - 22 Jan 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
France flag ParisFrance · Classroom
£3,250per delegate2+ people: £2,600 each
February 2027
15FEB 15 - 19 Feb 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Germany flag MunichGermany · Classroom
£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each
March 2027
15MAR 15 - 19 Mar 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Spain flag BarcelonaSpain · Classroom
£3,850per delegate2+ people: £3,080 each
April 2027
19APR 19 - 23 Apr 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Malaysia flag Kuala LumpurMalaysia · Classroom
£2,250per delegate2+ people: £1,800 each
May 2027
17MAY 17 - 21 May 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Germany flag MunichGermany · Classroom
£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each
June 2027
21JUN 21 - 25 Jun 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Spain flag BarcelonaSpain · Classroom
£3,850per delegate2+ people: £3,080 each
July 2027
19JUL 19 - 23 Jul 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Netherlands flag AmsterdamNetherlands · Classroom
£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each
August 2027
16AUG 16 - 20 Aug 2027Mon to Fri · 5 daysOur home city
United Kingdom flag LondonUnited Kingdom · Classroom
£2,750per delegate2+ people: £2,200 each
September 2027
20SEP 20 - 24 Sep 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Spain flag BarcelonaSpain · Classroom
£3,850per delegate2+ people: £3,080 each
October 2027
18OCT 18 - 22 Oct 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Germany flag MunichGermany · Classroom
£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each
November 2027
15NOV 15 - 19 Nov 2027Mon to Fri · 5 daysOur home city
United Kingdom flag LondonUnited Kingdom · Classroom
£2,750per delegate2+ people: £2,200 each
December 2027
20DEC 20 - 24 Dec 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Germany flag MunichGermany · Classroom
£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each

Questions

Frequently asked questions

How long is the E-Library Management Techniques course?

The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.

When is the next E-Library Management Techniques course?

The next public date is 16 - 20 Nov 2026 in Amsterdam. There are 16 upcoming dates in total.

Where is this course held?

Upcoming sessions run in Amsterdam, London, Kuala Lumpur, Paris, Munich, Barcelona.

Can I take E-Library Management Techniques online?

Yes. Every date can also be joined live online in a virtual classroom with the trainer, for £1,280 per participant. Choose "Live online" in the dates table when you register.

How much does the course cost?

Fees start from £2,250 per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.

Do participants receive a certificate?

Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.

Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?

Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.

Course information last updated 14 November 2026.

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