Build your skills: Online course “Use of Administrative Records for the Production of Official Statistics”.

National statistical systems are increasingly using administrative records for the production of official statistics. In the field of crime and criminal justice, these data allow the generation of key information for crime trend analysis and evidence-based decision making. However, because administrative records are not originally collected for statistical purposes, it is essential to ensure their quality and adequacy before incorporating them into the production of official statistics.
The United Nations Statistical Institute for Asia and the Pacific (SIAP) offers the online, self-paced course Using Administrative Data for the Production of Official Statistics. This course is available in English, free of charge on the SIAP-ESCAP platform.
This course provides an introduction to the use of administrative records, addressing the main aspects related to their quality and the institutional frameworks necessary for their correct use. Participants will learn about the main characteristics of working with administrative records, including metadata management, the importance of data exchange agreements and the challenges involved in their use in official statistics. They will also explore strategies to improve collaboration between national statistical offices and the entities responsible for collecting these data.

For professionals in charge of managing administrative records in the field of crime and criminal justice, this course provides essential tools to optimize the use of these data for statistical purposes. Reliable and well-structured information is essential for evaluating security policies, strengthening criminal justice systems, and ensuring better access to crime information. Upon completion of this course, participants will be better prepared to contribute to the production of accurate, complete and relevant statistics that support the design and evaluation of more effective public policies.
You can access the course at the following link: https://siap-elearning.org/enrol/index.php?id=260