Curation and Management of Digital Assets (online) (Z093)
Graduate Certificate Program
College: Information Studies
Abstract
The Curation and Management of Digital Assets (CMDA) Certificate is a post-master's program that focuses on instruction about and research into the creation, management, and use of digital assets, and the long-term preservation and current and future access to those assets in a variety of disciplines and sectors of the economy. This four-course, fully online certificate designed for working professionals who need training in next-generation cloud computing technologies, tools, resources, and best practices to help them evaluate, select, and implement digital curation solutions.
In the Washington, D.C.-Maryland-Virginia region, across the nation, and around the world, the need for professionals to manage and curate digital assets is acute. Major corporations, government agencies, international organizations, universities, cultural heritage institutions, and scientific organizations need information professionals with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to manage, preserve, and curate digital resources.
Website: https://ischool.umd.edu/
Contact
Student Services Office
College of Information Studies
4120 Hornbake Library, South Wing
4130 Campus Drive
College Park, MD 20742
Telephone: 301.405.2038
Fax: 301.405.9145
Email: ischooladmission@umd.edu
Courses: INST
General Requirements
- Statement of Purpose
- Transcript(s)
- TOEFL/IELTS/PTE (international graduate students)
Program-Specific Requirements
- Letters of Recommendation (1): Letter of recommendation needs to come from a supervisor or someone who can speak to the applicant’s capacity for successfully completing the certificate program.
- CV/Resume
- Master’s degree in library/information science; or Master’s degree in related area/relevant experience
Application Submission Requirements for International Graduate Students
The University of Maryland is dedicated to maintaining a vibrant international graduate student community. The office of International Students and Scholars Services (ISSS) is a valuable resource of information and assistance for prospective and current international students. International applicants are encouraged to explore the services they offer and contact them with related questions. Please also visit the Graduate Admissions Process for International applicants for more information.
Application Deadlines
| Type of Applicant | Fall Deadline | Spring Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic Applicants | ||
| US Citizens and Permanent Residents | Not accepting applications | Not accepting applications |
| International Applicants | ||
| F (student) or J (exchange visitor) visas; A, E, G, H, I and L visas and immigrants | Not accepting applications | Not accepting applications |
RESOURCES AND LINKS:
Program Website: http://www.ischool.umd.edu
Application Process: https://gradschool.umd.edu/admissions
The Digital Curation Innovation Center(DCIC) is a leader in research and education in digital curation. The Center fosters interdiciplinary partnerships in Big Records and archival analytics through public / industry / government partnerships. DCIC sponsors interdisciplinary projects that explore the integration of archival research data, user-contributed data, and technology to generate new forms of analysis and historical research. For more information, visit dcic.umd.edu.
| Last Name | First/Middle Name | Graduate Faculty Status | Academic Credentials | Positions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heger | Kenneth | Full Member | PhD, University of Maryland | Lecturer, Information Management Lecturer, Information Studies Lecturer, Library and Information Science Lecturer, Curation and Management of Digital Assets (online) |
| Kurtz | Michael | Adjunct Member | Ph.D. Georgetown University. | Visiting Professor, Information Studies Visiting Professor, Library and Information Science Visiting Professor, Curation and Management of Digital Assets (online) Visiting Associate Professor, Information Management |
| Lau | Andrew | Adjunct Member | Lecturer, Curation and Management of Digital Assets (online) | |
| Marciano | Richard | Full Member | PhD, University of Iowa. | Professor, History and Library & Information Science Professor, Human-Computer Interaction Professor, Information Management Professor, Information Studies Professor, Library and Information Science Professor, Curation and Management of Digital Assets (online) |
| Proferes | Nicholas | Full Member | PhD., University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee, 2015 | Lecturer, Information Management Lecturer, Library and Information Science Lecturer, Curation and Management of Digital Assets (online) |
| Punzalan | Ricardo L. | Full Member | PhD. University of Michigan. | Assistant Professor, Information Management Assistant Professor, Information Studies Assistant Professor, Library and Information Science Assistant Professor, Curation and Management of Digital Assets (online) |
| Shilton | Katie | Full Member | B.A., Oberlin College, 2003; MLS, UCLA, 2007; PhD., UCLA, 2011 | Director, Information Studies Associate Professor, History and Library & Information Science Associate Professor, Human-Computer Interaction Associate Professor, Information Management Associate Professor, Information Studies Associate Professor, Library and Information Science Associate Professor, Curation and Management of Digital Assets (online) |