EXLGP 8200 - Local Government
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.
This course may be eligible for the Canada-Alberta Productivity Grant (CAPG), with final approval determined by CAPG administrators. Employers and applicants can review the CAPG guidelines and full details on the University of Albertaโs Continuing Education website.
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.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, students should be able to:
- ๐ธ Provide timely introductory information about local government in Canada.
- ๐ธ Have acquired an informal, online student local government community of interest.
- ๐ธ Describe current issues and trends in local government.
- ๐ธ Identify a variety of approaches and models for organizing local governments and their services.
- ๐ธ Have an enhanced personal understanding of the legislative, leadership and service roles of local governments.
Notes
- ๐ธFully online asynchronous course, accessible through CE Canvas, the University of Alberta’s eLearning management tool.
- ๐ธParticipate in online discussions with peers from all over Canada and expand your professional network.
- ๐ธA textbook is required for this course. It can be ordered from Amazon as a Kindle ebook or as a paperback. Additional learning materials are provided through CE Canvas.
- ๐ธFor those interested in pursuing the NACLAA Level I certificate, this course is recommended to be taken at the beginning of the program.
- ๐ธThis is one of five core courses required for the NACLAA Level I certificate.
Recommendations
Students intending to complete a program are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to lock in their course requirements.