In today's data-driven world, effective management of information is crucial for businesses and organisations to thrive. This introductory course will guide you on how to expand taxonomies to ontologies and provide a solid foundation for professionals seeking to enhance their skills in structuring and leveraging complex information systems.

Over four modules, participants will journey from the basics of taxonomy to the advanced concepts of ontology, gaining practical skills and insights along the way. The course is designed to blend theoretical knowledge with hands-on exercises, ensuring a well-rounded learning experience.

Who is this Course for?

  • Taxonomists
  • Information and Knowledge Managers
  • Information Architects
  • Library Scientists
  • Data Governance Managers Data Scientists
  • Content Strategists
  • Data Modelers
  • Business Analysts
  • AI and Machine Learning Engineers
  • Semantic Web Developers

Sign up for this course and receive the following...

  • Four detailed sessions exploring the the basics of taxonomy to the advanced concepts of ontology
  • Sessions are available online in self paced modules
  • Teaching by taxonomy expert Madi Weland Solomon
  • Each session is 75 minutes including 25 minutes to query Madi
  • A Certificate of Participation - evidencing your commitment to developing knowledge and skills
  • Unable to attend all sessions or joining partway through? Recordings will be available to all registrants

About the course

Whether you're a DAM manager, data manager, information architect, or a professional looking to enhance your organisation's knowledge management capabilities, this course will equip you with the steps to effectively structure, manage, and leverage complex information systems. By the end of the course, you'll be prepared to develop your taxonomy and ontology solutions that can significantly improve data quality and overall information management.

Schedule

Session 1: February 11, 2025 - Foundations of Taxonomy and Ontology
Session 2: February 19, 2025 - Extending Taxonomies to Ontologies
Session 3: February 25, 2025 - Ontology Creation and Integration
Session 4: March 4, 2025 - Practical Applications of Ontology

You can view the full series summary here