In the South Africa KM LinkedIn Group Elmi B. asks: In our first Knowledge Conversations Hangout earlier today, one of the topics was the apparent scarcity of KM jobs in South Africa. For instance, graduates are skeptic about finding a job as a KM professional. Is that indeed the
Publications
Books, articles, and press releases relevant to Knowledge Management education and the KM career path
Roles and skills for knowledge management – A TFPL Report
Abstract: This report is the results of the first ever research project to investigate the roles and skills required to create and maintain a knowledge environment. Much has been written about the theory of knowledge management and how it is being implemented, but until now little was known about the knowledge leaders and
Knowledge Management Careers and Skills
Careers in Knowledge Management Abstract: In this section I am going to take a look at what one needs to pursue a career in knowledge management. Below I will start by talking a bit about the kind of KM educations and courses one can find from a general perspective. In the other subsections
My STI Knowledge Management certification
Abstract: I just completed the certified knowledge management (CKM) program offered through Zavata (STI Knowledge). Going into the class, I wasn’t sure what to expect, but after completing the course it was clear that this wasn’t the KM certification for me. For someone developing a help desk knowledge base, this class and certification is
Framework for Teaching Knowledge Management
Abstract: Knowledge management (KM) has come of age. In the knowledge-based economy, mastering KM skills places new college graduates in a stronger position to become valuable knowledge workers contributing effectively to their organization’s well-being. Even though KM has been practiced with major successes in the real world for quite some time, the body of