Build a career as a leader and change agent in local governments including municipalities, regional districts, First Nations governments, improvement districts and related agencies throughout B.C. Building on the Local Government Administration Certificate, this multi-disciplinary certificate will help advance your career by improving your understanding of current local government issues. You'll receive substantive training in public policy development and corporate administration, while also improving your research, communication and management skills. CapU also has a partnership with the Local Government Management Association of BC and is able to offer a select number of MATI® (Municipal Administration Training Institute) courses. Check the MATI Courses page for information about current offerings. You can also apply the courses in this program toward BC Provincial Board of Examiners certificates. Careers: - School of Public Administration (PADM) programs are developed for people working for a municipality, regional district, First Nations government, improvement district or supporting agency.
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These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
High School Requirements - High school graduation or
- Permission of the program coordinator
Current high school students Grade 12 students can apply for conditional admission based on their final Grade 11 and/or interim Grade 12 marks by uploading their most recent grades (e.g., unofficial transcript or a report card) through EducationPlannerBC. Final admission depends on high school graduation and meeting the specific requirements of the program. Note: Applicants from B.C high schools must release their grades to CapU via the BC Ministry of Education at Student Transcripts Services (STS) as soon as possible. |
| Application Notes : | English is the language of instruction at CapU. All applicants are required to demonstrate competence in the English language prior to admission. If English is not your first language or you've received your education in a language other than English, you must meet our English Language Requirements. |
| Additional Admission Requirements: | Current employment in a municipality, regional district, First Nation Government, Improvement District or supporting agency |
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.