Abstract: The aim of this paper is on the one hand to compare 19 knowledge management educational programs worldwide. Based on more than 15 criteria, the comparison will bring potential knowledge managers some insights into this field of education. On the other hand some short term courses in the German speaking countries will be listed. In its new curriculum the Fachhochschul-Studiengang Informationsberufe (FHIB) – Information & Knowledge more...

Abstract: The need for more knowledge management courses is starting to be recognised and a few such courses are now being established. The MSc in Knowledge Management Systems at South Bank University, which commenced two years ago, is one such example. The course is based in the School of Computing, Information Systems and Mathematics. It has a very practitioner-based approach, but also evaluates various models and theoretical frameworks within this. more...

Abstract: In September 2000, Jela Webb enrolled on the University of North London’s MSc Information and Knowledge Management programme, the first course of its type on offer in Europe. As the two-year programme draws to a conclusion, she looks back at the core areas she has studied and assesses the value academic qualifications can add to the practical skills of a knowledge manager. Jela Webb: Par for the course? Exploring the value of academic more...

Abstract: “You know when something is more than a passing fad,” notes David Skyrme “academic institutions start planning courses.” Indeed, not only academic institutions, but member organisations and consultancy firms too, including David Skyrme Associates. Indeed, on 11th October this year, the City Information Group are chairing a discussion evening, at the Baltic Exchange, on the growing number of training/education courses more...

On the Federal Knowledge Management Working Group‘s wiki site KM Degrees and Certificate Programs you will find a list with links to organizations offering such educational and training opportunities in Knowledge Management. The list was compiled by Giora Hadar. (last checked: 2/12)

This section focuses on the role of KM in higher education and continuing education. Included are listings of KM degree and certificate programs, links to selected KM course syllabi, recommended textbooks, teaching cases and other resources beneficial to KM educators. Content Index:KM Course Materials: This document include a collection of books that are used in colleges and universities as text books. The list of the text and recommended books more...