Description
Course Name: Diploma in Library & Information Science Management
Course Id: DL&ISM/Q1001.
Eligibility: Completion of 10+2 (higher Secondary) or equivalent.
Objective: A Diploma in Library and Information Science Management is a comprehensive program that provides students with the skills and knowledge required to manage libraries and information systems in both traditional and digital environments. Graduates are prepared to take on leadership roles in libraries, archives, and other information-driven organizations, handling everything from cataloging and classification to digital resource management and knowledge sharing.
Course Duration: Six Months.
How to Enroll and Get Certified in Your Chosen Course:
Step 1: Choose the course you wish to get certified in.
Step 2: Click on the “Enroll Now” button.
Step 3: Proceed with the enrollment process.
Step 4: Enter your billing details and continue to course fee payment.
Step 5: You will be redirected to the payment gateway. Pay the course and exam fee using one of the following methods:
Debit/Credit Card, Wallet, Paytm, Net Banking, UPI, or Google Pay.
Step 6: After successful payment, you will receive your study material login ID and password via email within 48 hours of fee payment.
Step 7: Once you complete the course, take the online examination.
Step 8: Upon passing the examination, you will receive:
• A soft copy (scanned) of your certificate via email within 7 days of examination.
• A hard copy (original with official seal and signature) sent to your address within 45 day of declaration of result.
Step 9: After certification, you will be offered job opportunities aligned with your area of interest.
Online Examination Detail:
Duration- 120 minutes.
No. of Questions- 60. (Multiple Choice Questions).
10 Questions from each module, each carry 10 marks.
Maximum Marks- 600, Passing Marks- 40%.
There is no negative marking in this module.
| How Students will be Graded: | ||
| S.No. | Marks | Grade |
| 1 | 91-100 | O (Outstanding) |
| 2 | 81-90 | A+ (Excellent) |
| 3 | 71-80 | A (Very Good) |
| 4 | 61-70 | B (Good) |
| 5 | 51-60 | C (Average) |
| 6 | 41-50 | P (Pass) |
| 7 | 0-40 | F (Fail) |
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Syllabus
Introduction to Library and Information Science: History and Development of Libraries, Types of Libraries (Public, Academic, Special, Digital), Role and Functions of Libraries in Society, Information Science: Scope and Applications, Professional Ethics in Library Science, Library Management and Administration: Principles of Library Management, Library Governance and Policy Making, Library Budgeting and Financial Management, Collection Development and Maintenance, Human Resource Management in Libraries.
Information Organization and Cataloging: Basics of Library Classification and Cataloging, Dewey Decimal Classification (DDC) and Universal Decimal Classification (UDC), Anglo-American Cataloguing Rules (AACR2) and MARC Standards, Resource Description and Access (RDA), Metadata Standards for Digital Libraries, Information Sources and Services:Types of Information Sources (Primary, Secondary, Tertiary), Reference Services and User Assistance, Bibliographic Services and Abstracting Services, Current Awareness Services (CAS) and Selective Dissemination of Information (SDI), E-Resources and Digital Repositories.
Digital Libraries and ICT Applications: Introduction to Digital Libraries and Repositories, Library Automation and Integrated Library Systems (ILS), Open Source Library Software (Koha, DSpace), Cloud Computing and AI in Libraries, Role of Big Data and Machine Learning in Information Management, Open Access and Copyright Issues: Open Access Publishing and Institutional Repositories, Copyright Laws and Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), Digital Rights Management (DRM) in Libraries, Ethical Issues in Information Management, Role of Creative Commons and Open Educational Resources.
Preservation and Conservation of Library Materials: Importance of Library Preservation, Techniques for Conservation of Books and Manuscripts, Digitization of Rare and Fragile Documents, Disaster Management in Libraries, Environmental Factors Affecting Library Materials.
Library Marketing and Public Relations: Role of Public Relations in Library Management, Marketing of Library Services, User Engagement and Community Outreach Programs, Library Advocacy and Fundraising Strategies, Library Social Media and Digital Promotion.
Emerging Trends in Library & Information Science: Artificial Intelligence in Library Services, Blockchain Technology for Information Security, Data Analytics for Library Management, Virtual and Augmented Reality in Libraries, Future of Libraries in the Digital Age.
Job Opportunities after Diploma in Library & Information Science Management
Graduates can build careers in library services, information management, digital content, and knowledge systems.
Top Roles: Librarian, Information Officer, Archivist, Library Consultant, Digital Library Specialist, Knowledge Manager, Content Manager, Corporate Information Manager, Research Assistant, Library Educator/Trainer.
Key Sectors: Educational institutions, public libraries, government departments, corporate organizations, research institutes, media & digital platforms.
Salary Range (India):
Entry-level: ₹3–5 LPA
Mid-level: ₹5–10 LPA
Senior-level: ₹10–15 LPA+
Scope: Growing demand in the digital era with opportunities in e-libraries, knowledge management, data organization, and information technology-driven roles.
