4 Courses Required
 
 

Official Description

This non-credit Professional Development Certificate program is designed for newly elected Members of Parliament. The program focuses on the fundamentals of parliamentary governance, including an overview of the three arms of government, different parliamentary models around the globe, the core functions of parliament (legislation, oversight, and representation), executive-legislative relations, the role of an MP, as well as contemporary issues in parliamentary governance. Combining theory and practice, the program uses a blended learning methodology and gives participants the flexibility to personalize their learning based on their specific responsibilities as MPs.

This program is offered in English and must be completed within 2 years.

 

Additional Details

Application

Program
Professional Development Certificate in Parliamentary Governance
Admission Requirements
  • Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.

  • Applicants between the ages of 18-21 must provide evidence of the following, as appropriate:
    • Applicants from Quebec: a minimum of a DCS, DEC, or the equivalent of at least 1 year of full-time university studies
    • Applicants from other Canadian provinces: a minimum of 1 year of full-time university studies
    • International applicants: the equivalent of at least 1 year of full-time university studies 
      AND
    • A letter of recommendation from a parliament, government organization, or other relevant public body.
  • Applicants who are 21 years of age or older will be considered for admission as mature students. A letter of recommendation from a parliament, government organization, or other relevant public body is required.

Documents required:

Please have electronic versions of the following documents available before starting the application process (clicking on "Apply Now").
 
  • A copy of your passport (photo ID page) OR government issued ID (clearly specifying your legal name and date of birth).

AND

  • A letter of recommendation from a parliament, government organization, or other relevant public body.

AND

For applicants between the ages of 18 and 21:

  • A copy of your transcript for your highest level of education, as well as a copy of your diploma (if applicable). Note that transcripts in languages other than English or French must be accompanied by an English or French translation provided by the institution issuing the transcript or by a certified translator.

Courses

Minimum

2 Course(s)

Minimum

2 Course(s)

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