Applied Land Use Planning: Management Certificate
3 Courses
99 Hours
Online
Program Description
Embarking on the journey toward creating sustainable and thoughtfully designed communities is both a rewarding and vital pursuit. Our Applied Land Use Planning: Management Certificate program is tailored for professionals eager to enhance their skills in municipal planning, land development management, and fostering inclusive decision-making.
Participants will delve into essential topics such as municipal planning, subdivision design, and effective public consultation strategies, all while addressing contemporary trends in sustainable development and community engagement. This program emphasizes the critical role of transparent data and active citizen participation.
In today’s dynamic planning landscape, expertise in public engagement isn't just beneficial—it's essential. Our program equips participants with the confidence and tools needed to lead equitable and collaborative community development initiatives, paving the way for positive change in our neighbourhoods!
Designation Pathway
For regulated members (Candidate and RPP members) of the Alberta Professional Planners Institute (APPI), the learning acquired during completion of courses in this program is eligible to be self-logged as structured learning for the purposes of compliance with the Institute’s mandatory Continuous Professional Learning (CPL) Program.
Questions? Please contact our program team: alup@ualberta.ca
Who Will Benefit?
This certificate program is designed to support a wide range of professionals and aspiring leaders who are committed to building sustainable, inclusive, and well-governed communities.
- 🗸 Municipal and Regional Planners seeking to gain updated knowledge needed to navigate complex regulatory environments and community demands
- 🗸 Public Sector Administrators and Policy Makers working in local or regional government roles
- 🗸 Community Development Practitioners focused on grassroots initiatives and looking for ways to strengthen their ability to guide inclusive community planning processes and foster long-term local impact
- 🗸 Environmental and Sustainability Officers advising on climate resilience and smart growth as they integrate environmental goals into municipal development
- 🗸 Urban Designers and Architects seeking to gain a broader understanding of planning frameworks and community engagement techniques
- 🗸 Indigenous Leaders and Advocates seeking to gain a broader understanding of planning frameworks and community engagement techniques
- 🗸 Non-Profit and Advocacy Professionals working in housing, social justice, and civic engagement
- 🗸 Students and Career Changers in Planning or Public Administration wanting to develop a solid foundation in land use, governance, and engagement practices to support their transition into impactful roles
What You'll Learn
- 🗸Gain expertise in municipal planning and land use management by developing the skills needed to administer and coordinate land use planning, subdivision design, and development approvals.
- 🗸Apply effective subdivision and urban design strategies to create well-structured, functional, and sustainable community layouts.
- 🗸Implement best practices for citizen engagement in municipal decision-making, policy development, and land use planning initiatives.
- 🗸Navigate legal and administrative frameworks governing municipal planning, land use policies, and urban development.
- 🗸Integrate innovative strategies to balance environmental, economic, and social considerations in subdivision design planning.
What You'll Earn
- 🗸 Some certificates may also provide a pathway toward a diploma. Please refer to the program map to confirm eligibility.
- This program is comprised of three courses. Courses range from 28-39 hours each, for a total of 99 instructional hours.
- It’s a flexible online experience, with courses offered asynchronously. More info about online delivery formats can be found here.
- It’s designed for part-time study and can generally be completed within one year.
- You have the flexibility to schedule courses around your availability. Most students complete 1-2 courses per semester.
- Grading is through assessments, which might include quizzes, exams, discussion forums, papers, and presentations.
- Course materials are shared in ConEd Canvas, the University of Alberta’s Learning Management System. Some courses may require additional resources, such as textbooks.
- Please note that continuing education classes are not eligible for student loans.
- If you're seeking financial assistance for these courses, please explore the scholarship, bursaries and funding opportunities specifically designated for continuing education students.
- Approximate cost of the full program: $2,430 CAD.
- Flexible payment options: register and pay for all courses at once or pay course-by-course as you go.
- Courses are GST-exempt.
- Some courses may require additional resources, such as textbooks.
- This program may be eligible to stack toward a diploma program. For more information, please contact alup@ualberta.ca.
- To learn about transferability from other institutions, see our Transfer Credit information.
- International Students are welcome to enroll and pay the same course fees as local students.
- Proficiency in English and a stable internet connection are needed to participate and succeed in our courses.
- Please note that non-credit programming does not qualify for a study permit, therefore, this program cannot be used for immigration to Canada. For more information, please contact University of Alberta International Student Services.