Stand-alone Certificate in Indigenous Governance and Partnership
This certificate provides students with the necessary understanding and skills to effectively lead, work, or partner with Indigenous and non-Indigenous businesses, communities, organizations, or governments. The program of study centers on developing knowledge while increasing analytical and applied skills suited to the unique governance issues and opportunities facing Indigenous peoples and their non-Indigenous partners today. The curriculum features theory and practice for negotiations and partnership between Indigenous and non-Indigenous entities, including best practices for successful partnership, leadership, government, management, administration, and business growth for First Nations, Métis and Inuit organizations, and their non-Indigenous counterparts.
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Course Details
Course Cost
Delivery Format
Face to face and blended course delivery
Record of Completion
University parchment and transcript
Next Offering
Applications are accepted from October 1-March 1 for Fall admission
Level
Pathways for applicants with or without a university degree
Completion Requirements
6-10 undergraduate courses
Textbooks
Each course will have varying textbook requirements in addition to material that is available at no cost and online through the U of A libraries.
Transferable Credit
All certificate courses completed earn 3 university credits which are transferable to degree programs, subject to the program's transfer policies.
Registration information
Apply to University of Alberta Admissions.
Contact nsadvisor@ualberta.ca for more information.
Learning Outcomes
- Develop knowledge about Indigenous societies
- Increase analytical and applied skills suited to the unique governance issues and opportunities facing Indigenous peoples and their non-Indigenous partners today
- Understand theory for negotiations and partnership between Indigenous and non-Indigenous entities,
- Develop practical skills for successful partnership between Indigenous and non-Indigenous entities,
- Understand best practices for successful partnership, leadership, government, management, administration, and business growth for First Nations, Métis and Inuit organizations, and their non-Indigenous counterparts.
Course Outline
Review the courses included in the certificate.
Learn More About This Certificate
View the Frequently Asked Questions or email nsadvisor@ualberta.ca for more information. Visit the Indigenous Governance and Partnership Program website to view informational videos.