The Information Governance Professional (IGP) is a voluntary credential from ARMA International. It shows that you can manage an organization's information in a planned, responsible way. You do not need it to work in Canada, but it can help your resume stand out.
Official website ↗The IGP is an international credential that Canadian professionals earn and use at home. It covers how organizations create, store, protect, share and dispose of their information. This includes records management, privacy, security, legal needs and risk.
Employers in Canada may look for the IGP when hiring for roles such as information governance manager or records information manager. It is not required by law or by any Canadian regulator. Many people earn it to show their skills, move up, or switch into this field from related work such as administration, library work, IT or compliance.
The IGP exam is a written, multiple-choice test. It checks your knowledge across the main areas of information governance, including records, privacy, security, risk and legal requirements. Most candidates study for a few months before they write it.
The IGP must be renewed on a regular schedule. To renew, you need to complete approved learning activities and keep your credential in good standing with ARMA International. Keep track of your courses, events and other learning so renewal goes smoothly.