Collection Management Policies

"The course content was excellent! I am very pleased with the details discussed and I feel I am walking away with an arsenal of information I can apply to my work and share with my colleagues." A collections management policy is a living document that spells out not only the raison d'être of a museum, but how its collection is to be used, cared for, and protected. It should be a go-to for all museum staff, from registrars to curators, event staff to security.  This course will provide an overview of collections management policies, including: The necessity of ensuring proper care and protection of collections and loans Interpretation of existing policies that may be outdated or lacking Development of a document that is clear, concise, and assertive yet allows for flexibility as appropriate Museum-wide implementation Hands-on, practical assignments will be geared toward your current organizational situation or the type of museum in which you hope to work. Learn how to craft this vita