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Management Information Systems
Management Information Systems (MIS) are software tools that allows your organisation to use information effectively.
Gathering and using information is central to managing funding, enrolment, learning,
assessment and quality management. A good MIS will be flexible and responsive to
your needs.
MIS enables you organisation to operate as a dynamic working environment.
There are a number of "off the shelf" systems sold by software and other companies, or you can design your own. A simple search using Google or similar will offer a range of suppliers.
When choosing a MIS, ensure it can be customised to meet the needs of your clients,
your curriculum, and your organisation. The system should be easy to use, and allow
rapid data entry and access.
NIACE's 'Learning from Experience' site includes more
information about MIS and Quality Improvement.
- capture and store information
- access and manipulate stored information
- control flow of information
- work within legislation, eg Data Protection
- produce reports
- maintain records for quality control
- respond confidently to the Common Inspection Framework
- manage and track student records
- manage returns to funders and accreditation bodies
- manage marketing information
- and many other information related functions
MIS allow you to:
