Abstract: In an upcoming insightful article by Brian (Bo) Newman, The Education of the Knowledge Professions, Bo addresses the confusion existing in the KM training marketplace. He also addresses how to define the various stakeholders in the Knowledge Professions. The KMPro Learning Center is presently wrestling with these key issues for the
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Abstract: A survey has investigated the challenges and competencies needed by Chief Knowledge Officers, as well as the next stage in the development curve of CKOs. The primary role of the CKO is to convert knowledge into profit by leveraging the organization’s intellectual assets. Key CKO competencies include: interpersonal communication skills; passionate, visionary leadership skills;
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Abstract: Resulting from a redesign of its graduate program, the Department of Library Science, Chiang Mai University, with the assistance of a Fulbright Senior Specialist, has decided to change the focus of its graduate program from Library and Information Science to Information and Knowledge Management. This article describes the impetus for curriculum redesign, the planning
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Abstract: As the book Patricia Eng and I are writing takes shape – we spent a productive couple of days last week editing chapters and agreeing key points for those still to be completed – so my thoughts continue to evolve as to the future role (and skills needed) to be a Knowledge (and Information)
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Abstract: The comprehensive programme for the education of executives at the Donau-Universität Krems emphasises the human issues of Knowledge Management and is aimed at achieving a balance of the aspects involved in the dimensions of Comprehensive Knowledge Management. The overall aim of the course is to impart the competence to the graduates to design KM
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Abstract: Proven Practices for Promoting a Knowledge Management Program offers techniques and advice from Stan Garfield, a seasoned knowledge management professional and expert with decades of experience in the field. You’ll learn the essential elements of a knowledge management program; how to lay the foundation for success; the secrets to obtaining early
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Abstract: Every job has its pluses and minuses. Consider dentists: great work environment, good pay and definitely needed. However, does anyone really appreciate their dentist? Same deal for doctors—and KM professionals. How does one stay excited about one’s career? Over the years, a few colleagues in the KM profession, as well as
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Abstract: Purpose: This paper aims to clarify the need for Chief Knowledge Officers (CKOs) and explain how some recent views on competencies for educational guidelines, a Knowledge Management (KM) competency model and expansion of practice management concepts make the need for CKOs clearer. Design/methodology/approach: This viewpoint was developed in response to recent publications disparaging
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Abstract: Knowledge Management has its roots in multiple academic disciplines and most universities in Hong Kong offer KM related courses, some of them for several decades. When the “management” focus on knowledge became more prominent in the early-90s, several universities developed post-graduate diplomas, certificate and master courses in Knowledge Management. Our
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Abstract: Knowledge management is increasingly under attack to show returns on investments and profitable business outcomes. While many companies retain their executive leadership as chief knowledge officers (CKOs) and vice presidents of knowledge management, the trend toward appointing CKOs that developed in the late 1990’s has been reversed at many companies and a new trend
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Abstract: The era of knowledge economy has arrived, and knowledge has become a key resource for enterprises. How to keep creating and using new knowledge has become an important concern for modern business administration. How to manage knowledge efficiently and effectively will become a crucial issue in future. However, owing to differences in educational backgrounds,
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Abstract: Knowledge Management discipline requires interdisciplinary implementation and interaction of separate domains. This conditions have become its nature and to be able to answer these requirements of this condition, different Knowledge Science oriented programs have been founded. In this study, by looking at one of these programs, Near East University Innovation and Knowledge Management Master
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Abstract: Today's graduates are being trained to evaluate business needs and find the best KM technology to help their employers reach their goals. As the next wave of college graduates hits the job market, there will be a select group who have been trained in knowledge management systems. These graduates will have
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Abstract: Introducing a knowledge management framework means introducing a set of roles and accountabilities, new processes, new technologies, and new governance frameworks. You can’t just introduce the framework and expect people to “pick it up as they go along”; you need to give them some support, you need to give them some
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Abstract: Like every new business topic, Knowledge Management is a new learning area for employees engaged in this issue. The difference with Knowledge Management is that it is complex and multi-facetted. It requires not only knowledge about methods and tools but also a certain state of mind and creative competence. So classroom teaching, reading, or
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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
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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
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Abstract: Nowadays, an increasing number of organizations hire knowledge leaders to create and maintain a knowledge management environment. However, the critical issues these individuals face are very poorly defined in today's academic literature. Using a web-based Delphi method, this study is the first to reach a worldwide consensus on knowledge leaders' critical issues. These issues
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Abstract: Last year I pleaded with ALM to change the name of their annual Library survey since they had been predicting the end of Library’s for about 14 years. It was time to stipulate that print collections are shrinking and move on to exploring the dynamic organizations which have emerged in their place.
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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.
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