Local Government Administration Graduate Certificate
The Graduate Certificate in Local Government Administration is designed to meet the contemporary needs of working professionals in local governments, including cities, counties, and special districts and those pre-service students who seek to pursue a career in these types of local governments.
The program is comprised of 15 credits. Three courses (9 credits) which provide foundation knowledge for professions in local government are required:
| PA 560 | Local Government Administration | 3 |
| PA 561 | Intergovernmental Relations | 3 |
| PA 542 | Sustainable Development Implementation | 3 |
In addition, students are required to take 2 elective skill development courses (6 credits). They will be able to choose from courses in the Department of Public Administration in consultation with their faculty advisor. Students will be advised to select electives that support their work in the field and their career objectives such as:
| PA 515 | Public Works Administration | 3 |
| PA 555 | Program Evaluation and Management | 3 |
| PA 556 | Public Contract Management | 3 |
| PA 558 | Managing Public Projects and Programs: From Local to Global | 3 |