Level 2 and 3 Diploma in Business Support (4475-12/13)

Unit 203 Principles of managing information and
producing documents
Level: 2
Credit value: 3
UAN: J/601/7640
Unit aim
This unit is about the knowledge needed to manage information and produce documents, including,
organising and researching information, and producing and storing documents.
Learning outcomes
There are four learning outcomes to this unit. The learner will:
1. Understand the purpose of information technology in a business environment
2. Understand how to manage electronic and paper based information
3. Understand the purpose of producing documents that are fit-for-purpose
4. Know the procedures to be followed when producing documents
Guided learning hours
It is recommended that 24 hours should be allocated for this unit, although patterns of delivery are
likely to vary.
Details of the relationship between the unit and relevant national standards
This unit is linked to the Business and Administration NOS BAA211; BAD321; BAD323; BAD332.
Support of the unit by a sector or other appropriate body
This unit was developed by the Council for Administration.
Assessment
This unit will be assessed by:
• an externally set and internally marked assignment
• an online test
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