Public Administration - Municipal

Program Description

The Public Administration - Municipal program prepares you for a career in local government. You’ll gain knowledge of operations and functions of municipal government including municipal policy-making, committee structures and processes, and budget processes. Students graduating from this program will complete the Association of Municipal Managers, Clerks, and Treasurers' (AMCTO) Municipal Administration Program (MAP) as part of their diploma studies. The Municipal Administration Program (MAP) is one of the requirements to attain the “Certified Municipal Officer” (CMO) accreditation.You’ll register for the AMCTO courses at an additional cost.

Graduate with a G.P.A. of 3.0 or higher and you’ll be eligible for direct entry into year two of the Bachelor of Applied Business - Municipal and Corporate Administration degree program at Seneca.

Admission Requirements

Program Eligibility:

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma with a majority of senior credits at the University Preparation (U) or University/College Preparation (M) level or Mature Student Status (age 19 or older)
• Grade 12 English: ENG4(C) or ENG4(U)
• Grade 12 Mathematics: (C) or (U) or Grade 11 Mathematics (U) or (M)

The Importance of Learning Skills:

Student success in college requires well developed learning skills (such as being able to work independently, participate in a team, be well-organized, develop good work habits, and show initiative). These skills are as important as prior academic achievement. While it is expected that applicants would have developed these skills through previous education and life experiences, Seneca offers support to assist students with further development of these important skills.

Your Career

Launch your career with an Ontario municipality or a not-for profit organization such as an agency, board or commission. As a graduate of the Public Administration – Municipal diploma program you will be prepared to work as an entry-level municipal employee with knowledge of municipal policy-making procedures and processes, financial management and control, and the structure and operating principles of local government. In addition, you’ll have taken courses that lead toward completion of the “Certified Municipal Officer” designation through the Association of Municipal Clerks and Treasurers of Ontario (AMCTO).

Diploma to Degree... and Beyond

Through transfer agreements and institution partnerships, graduates of this Seneca College program may be eligible for credit at the following post-secondary institution(s):

Curriculum

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