Local Government Administration Diploma at Capilano University

The multi-disciplinary and applied Local Government Administration diploma will provide students with an in-depth understanding of local government in B.C. Students be able to identify, analyze and recommend solutions to workplace challenges while strengthening their research, communication and management skills. Building on the Local Government Administration Certificate and Advanced Certificate , this diploma is for students wanting to combine full-time professional work with part-time studies.

Faculty: Global & Community Studies  |  Department: School of Public Administration  |  Duration: 3 years  |  Study mode: part-time  |  Intake: Fall 2026, Fall 2027, Spring 2027, Summer 2027  |  Location: North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

What you will study

All courses in the program can be applied toward the Provincial Board of Examiners certificates, which are recognized by local government employers across British Columbia. Course options Local Government Administration Local Government Finance Municipal Law Problem Solving & Decision Making in Local Government Ethics & the Responsible Local Government Professional Focused training for local government professionals The training students receive comes in the form of seminars, course readings and assignments.

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