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Course Description

Students will learn to compare and contrast the features of the local government systems across Canada, examine internal governing structures along with some of the key responsibilities of local government, and assess future challenges and prospects. Local governments will be placed within Canada's federal system and will trace the foundations of the systems and their evolution through various reforms and restructuring.

Who Should Take This Course?

Aimed at individuals interested in moving into higher level responsibilities in the local government field; our student body includes municipal government employees in planning, corporate services, economic development, operations, finance, and more.

Learner Outcomes

By the end of this course, students should be able to:

  • Provide timely introductory information about local government in Canada.
  • Have acquired an informal, online student local government community of interest.
  • Describe current issues and trends in local government.
  • Identify a variety of approaches and models for organizing local governments and their services.
  • Have an enhanced personal understanding of the legislative, leadership and service roles of local governments.

Notes

Fully online asynchronous course, accessible through eClass, the University of Alberta’s eLearning management tool.

Participate in online discussions with peers from all over Canada and expand your professional network.

A textbook is required for this course. Additional learning materials are provided through eClass.

For those interested in pursuing the NACLAA Level I certificate, this course is recommended to be taken at the beginning of the program.

Recommendations

Students intending to complete a program are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to lock in their course requirements.

Applies Towards the Following Programs

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Section Title
Local Government
Language of Delivery
English
Type
Online - Asynchronous
Dates
Sep 16, 2024 to Dec 06, 2024
Delivery Options
Online - Asynchronous  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $795.00
Drop Request Deadline
Sep 16, 2024
Transfer Request Deadline
Sep 12, 2024
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Sep 16, 2024 to Dec 06, 2024
Section Materials
  • Textbook (Mandatory) Local Government in Canada by Tindal; Tindal; Stewart; & Smith Nelson 9th edition ISBN 9780176582975
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