The role of government in today's complex society requires that public servants possess sophisticated, multi-disciplinary skills that will result in effective, competent and ethical administration. This program is designed to enable you to study the challenges associated with the myriad facets of government, including service provision, policy development and implementation, prudent fiscal management, project management and conflict resolution.
As a graduate of this intensive two-semester graduate certificate program you'll be prepared to work in the municipal and non-profit sectors in particular, although you will also have the skills that are required for work at any level of government. Areas of employment or positions may include policy and compliance analysis, administrative officers, program support officers and project officers.
Students meeting all academic requirements may have the opportunity to complete an optional work term(s) in a formal work environment. The work term(s) is similar in length to an academic semester and typically involves full-time work hours that may be paid or unpaid. In programs with limited work term opportunities, additional academic requirements and a passing grade on a communication assessment may be required for eligibility. Eligibility for participation does not guarantee a work position will be secured. Additional fees are required for those participating in the optional work term stream regardless of success in securing a work position.
Seneca's partnership with the Association of Municipal Managers, Clerks and Treasurers of Ontario (AMCTO), allows students in the PAD program to complete both of the AMCTO's Municipal Administration (MAP) and Municipal Accounting and Finance (MAFP) programs and receive certificates of completion for both from the AMCTO.
Completion of the MAP program is one of the pre-requisites necessary for applying for the Certified Municipal Officer (CMO) designation with the AMCTO.
This Seneca program has been validated by the Credential Validation Service as an Ontario College Credential as required by the Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Development.
Although not required for admission, the following are recommended for your success in the program:
$5,052
$15,189
$2,375
Please note: All costs are approximate, may vary by campus and are subject to change at any time without notice. Parking, locker and some mandatory incidental fees are among the charges not included in the figures above.
The Degree and Credit Transfer Office provides a number of services for students continuing their education at Seneca, and for graduating students considering degree transfer options.
Through transfer agreements and institution partnerships, graduates of this Seneca College program may be eligible for credit at various post-secondary institutions. Please refer to the Degree Transfer Guide for more information.
Transfer Credit may be granted for courses deemed equivalent to courses at Seneca that have been completed at recognized postsecondary institutions. Additional information is available online.
Please select the curriculum from the Academic Year in which you started (or will be starting) your studies. An Academic Year begins in September and ends in August of the following year.
Also see: English and General Education requirements.
Semester 1 | |
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PAD110 | Municipal Issues and the Evolution of Local Government |
PAD130 | Public Sector Financial Management |
PAD140 | Public Sector Governance and Systems |
PAD150 | Communications in Public Administration |
PAD220 | Municipal Management and Administrative Structures |
PAD230 | Project Management |
Semester 2 | |
PAD120 | Municipal law and Ethics in Government |
PAD160 | Municipal Revenues |
PAD210 | Human Resources and Municipal Management |
PAD250 | Dispute Resolution in Municipal Government |
PAD260 | Public Policy Research and Analysis |
PAD270 | Economic Development |
WTP100 | Work Term Preparation (Work-Integrated Learning option only) |
Work-Integrated Learning Term | |
PAD441 | Public Administration, Work Term (Work-Integrated Learning option only) |
Semester 1 | |
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PAD110 | Municipal Issues and the Evolution of Local Government |
PAD130 | Public Sector Financial Management |
PAD140 | Public Sector Governance and Systems |
PAD150 | Communications in Public Administration |
PAD220 | Municipal Management and Administrative Structures |
PAD230 | Project Management |
Semester 2 | |
PAD120 | Municipal law and Ethics in Government |
PAD160 | Municipal Revenues |
PAD210 | Human Resources and Municipal Management |
PAD250 | Dispute Resolution in Municipal Government |
PAD260 | Public Policy Research and Analysis |
PAD270 | Economic Development |
WTP100 | Work Term Preparation (Work-Integrated Learning option only) |
Work-Integrated Learning Term | |
PAD441 | Public Administration, Work Term (Work-Integrated Learning option only) |
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Passionate, expert faculty from a range of professions
Real-world learning experiences through paid and non-paid work opportunities
Curriculums developed in collaboration with industry advisory committees
A variety of credentials offered from certificates, diplomas, degrees, and graduate certificates
Opportunities to pathway to higher level credentials at Seneca and other universities in our transfer partnership network