Infrastructure Management for Public Libraries

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In this course, part of the Public Library Management Professional Certificate program, we'll explore the ongoing infrastructure support that library leaders must facilitate, including:

• maintenance
• insurance
• contract services
• patron privacy
• technology
• budgets
• policies

You'll learn how these decisions are made to ensure long-term sustainability.

What you will learn

• How to discuss, contract, and manage services from outside providers.
• How to make decisions about technology policies, eRATE for Internet services, etc.
• How to set up annual and long-term maintenance budgets and schedules.
• How to post a maintenance job for bid.

Skills you learn

• Infrastructure Management
• Infrastructure
• Library Management

Syllabus

None

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Discover key operational decision-making for library managers with "Infrastructure Management for Public Libraries" on edX. This foundational course in the Arts & Humanities domain covers maintenance, insurance, technology, and more. Available through Professional and Starter subscriptions, it's perfect for aspiring library directors and managers.