Information and Library Services
Here’s an outstanding program you can complete from anywhere. Providing a foundation in computer information systems, public service programming, reference and database searching, library technical processes, and more, you’ll be poised for success within the field of library and information services. Related opportunities abound in business, public service, education, and communications.
Degree Offered: B.S. and A.S.
Offered online wherever you are
It's not just the education,
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From ANYWHERE
Because ours is a web-based program, you can take our library courses from your home or office via the Internet and/or recorded instructions available streamed via the internet. Class discussions, homework assignments and other components of your courses are accomplished using BlackBoard, our web-based course delivery system.
At ANYTIME
Our library courses are offered asynchronously, which means courses typically do not require you to be logged in at a specific time and day. Whether it’s 6:00 AM Monday morning, 10:00 PM Sunday night, or any time in between, take each class when it makes the most sense to you and your schedule.
For FLEXIBILTY of Careers
Through our program, you will be poised for success in a wide array of fields and positions: as a library or information assistant, or for a related position in business, public service, education, and communications.
All this means you can enroll and graduate from our Information and Library Services program from anywhere in the world -- and be superbly prepared to launch your career in a growing an exciting field.
SKILLS YOU'LL ACQUIRE
Graduates of the Information & Library Services program have well-developed computer, organizational, and communication skills. These and other related skills serve our students well as they prepare for careers in libraries and other information-intensive organizations. A sampling of representative skills and abilities follow:
| Technical | Research & Analysis |
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| Using reference tools, print & online Applying computer knowledge Using the internet Searching databases Using original sources Informing/explaining/teaching |
Developing budgets Handling acquisitions/purchasing Evaluating options Assessing needs and interests |
| Communication | Organization |
| Speaking effectively to groups/individuals Raising funds Listening and questioning skills Conveying ideas systematically Writing clearly |
Cataloging/record Paying attention to detail Categorizing data Compiling data Working independently Working as a team |
Careers You Can Seek
The selected list that follows offers a glimpse of the diverse career possibilities for UMA Information & Library Services majors. For some occupations listed below, additional training may be required. For what's available in the job market where you live check out: Library Job Postings on the Internet. This can give you an idea of the types of jobs available in your geographic region.
| Library Service | Business |
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| Librarian* Library Assistant Catalog Librarian* Bibliographer Reference Librarian* Archivist |
Used Book Store Manager Insurance Claims Clerk Travel Agent Hotel Concierge Administrative Assistant Office Manager |
| Public Service/Education | Communications |
| Dispatcher Legislative Assistant Legal Assistant Lobbyist Teacher's Aide Registrar Researcher Media Specialist* |
Proofreader Circulation Manager Editor Clipping Service Owner Information Specialist Indexer Information Broker |
*Baccalaureate or graduate level study is generally required for these occupations.
