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Certificate in Local Government Administration (Advanced) at Capilano University

Capilano University, Canada

Programme overview

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 their career by improving their understanding of current local government issues. Students receive substantive training in public policy development and corporate administration, while also improving their research, communication and management skills.

Faculty: Global & Community Studies  |  Department: School of Public Administration  |  Duration: 2 years  |  Study mode: part-time  |  Intake: Fall 2026, Fall 2027, Spring 2027, Summer 2027  |  Location: North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

What you will study

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.

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Application information

Entry requirements

High school graduation or Permission of the program coordinator

Domestic applicants: CAD 11,909 for the whole programme. Total programme tuition across all years as listed on the programme page; separate student fees (about $2,960 total) are excluded. Source

International applicants: CAD 37,633 for the whole programme. Total programme tuition across all years as listed on the programme page; separate student fees (about $2,960 total) are excluded. Source

Domestic applicants (Canadian citizens and permanent residents) apply through EducationPlannerBC and pay a non-refundable application fee of $50, which covers applications to 2 programs.

International applicants apply through EducationPlannerBC and pay a non-refundable application fee of C$135, which covers applications to 2 programs. New international students also pay a one-time $5,000 deposit, applied against international tuition once registered in courses.

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