Public Administration
Ontario Graduate Certificate
Program Code: 20531
Campus: Lakeshore
Length: 3 semesters starting in September
There are 3.2 million people employed in Canada’s public sector, working for all levels of government, as well as public sector agencies. Career opportunities include positions such as:
- policy analyst
- communications officer
- program officer
These careers tend to earn higher-than-average salaries with excellent benefits and working conditions.
Our program is the first of its kind in Canada and provides all of the knowledge, skills and experience graduates need to become successful public service employees. The practical, skills-based curriculum provides a foundation in primary public administration activities including communications, policy analysis, project management, information technology, public finance, governance, leadership and human resources management, while a work placement gives graduates professional experience and networking opportunities across the public sector.
You will gain on-the-job work experience with an eight-week (minimum) work placement within the public sector. With faculty support, you will find placements with an appropriate organization.
Courses
Semester 1 |
Winter 2021 Delivery | Proposed Summer 2021 Delivery | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| HRM 5510: Human Resources and the Learning Organization | Not Running | Not Running | |
| PPA 5000: Machinery of Government | Not Running | Not Running | |
| PPA 5002: Current Issues in Public Administration | Not Running | Not Running | |
| PPA 5003: Orientation to Government and the Public Sector | Not Running | Not Running | |
| PPA 5004: Information Technology in Public Administration | Not Running | Not Running | |
| PPA 5505: Project Management | Not Running | Not Running |
Semester 2 |
Winter 2021 Delivery | Proposed Summer 2021 Delivery | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| FIN 5501: Public Sector Finance | Online | Not Running | |
| PPA 5007: Municipal Government in Canada | Online | Not Running | |
| PPA 5500: International Trends in Public Administration | Online | Not Running | |
| PPA 5503: Communications in Public Administration | Online | Not Running | |
| PPA 5504: Public Policy Research and Analysis | Online | Not Running | |
| PPA 5506: Managing Partnerships and Relationships | Online | Not Running |
Semester 3 |
Winter 2021 Delivery | Proposed Summer 2021 Delivery | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| PPA 5005: Overview of Strategic Planning | Not Running | Online | |
| PPA 5006: Service Quality in Public Administration | Not Running | Online | |
| PPA 5008: Leadership Development | Not Running | Online | |
| WORK 5009: Research Project in Public Administration | Not Running | Online | |
| WORK 5011: Career Orientation and Speaker Series | Not Running | Online |
Current students, please make sure to review your MyHumber Academic Progress report to confirm which courses you should register into for your Winter semester. Courses with in-person requirements will likely also have online components. Humber may need to change plans for in-person learning, subject to government and public health directives and/or additional health and safety considerations.
Admission Requirements
Applicants must meet all the requirements below in order to meet minimum program eligibility. Meeting minimum eligibility requirements does not guarantee an offer of admission. Admission decisions will be available via MyHumber, or by email and mail. Admission decisions will not be released by phone.
Admission selection is based on the following 3 requirements:
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Academic
To be eligible for admission, you must possess the following:
- A bachelor’s degree
Mature Applicants
Diplomas and Certificates
An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or other postsecondary school, and will be 19 or older as of the first day of classes. Humber will invite you for testing to demonstrate that you meet program eligibility.
Degrees
An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or attended postsecondary studies, and will be 21 or older as of the first day of classes. Mature applicants for degree programs will be required to meet course requirements at the U/M level or equivalent.
College Transfer Applicants
Diplomas and Certificates
An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility.
Degrees
An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants must have an overall minimum grade point average (GPA) of 65 per cent in the program. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.
University Transfer Applicants
Diplomas and Certificates
An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility.
Degrees
An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.
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English Language Proficiency
All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Humber’s English Language Proficiency Policy.
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International Credit Evaluation
Canadian citizens or permanent residents with international education are required to provide a WES or ICAS evaluation.
How to Apply
Applications are made through ontariocolleges.ca. See program page for details.
International Academic Equivalency
Admission equivalencies for Humber depend on your country of study. Please see admission requirements on the program page to enter your location.
Post-Admission Requirements
Once you have been accepted, and have confirmed your offer, you may need to complete a further set of requirements related to your program (Post-Admission Requirements).
Software Requirements
Proficiency in the use of word processing, database and spreadsheet software.
Fees
The 2020-2021 fee for three semesters is:
- domestic: $8,869.90
- international: $25,330.50
Fees are subject to change.
Domestic Fees by Semester
| Semester 1 | Original 2020-2021 Fees | Updated Fall 2020 Fees |
| Tuition | $2,397.08 | $2,397.08 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $434.91 | $319.30 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 | $60.25 |
| Optional Student Union Fee | $20.00 | $0.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $115.00 | $115.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Total | $3,030.99 | $2,891.63 |
| Semester 2 | Original 2020-2021 Fees | Updated Fall 2020 Fees |
| Tuition | $2,397.08 | $2,397.08 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $434.91 | $319.30 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 | $60.25 |
| Optional Student Union Fee | $20.00 | $0.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Total | $2,915.99 | $2,776.63 |
| Semester 3 | Original 2020-2021 Fees | Updated Fall 2020 Fees |
| Tuition | $2,397.08 | $2,397.08 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $434.91 | $319.30 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 | $60.25 |
| Optional Student Union Fee | $20.00 | $0.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Total | $2,915.99 | $2,776.63 |
International Fees by Semester
| Semester 1 | Original 2020-2021 Fees | Updated Fall 2020 Fees |
| Tuition | $7,669.59 | $7,669.59 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $434.91 | $319.30 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 | $60.25 |
| Optional Student Union Fee | $20.00 | $0.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $115.00 | $115.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Total | $8,303.50 | $8,164.14 |
| Semester 2 | Original 2020-2021 Fees | Updated Fall 2020 Fees |
| Tuition | $7,784.59 | $7,784.59 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $434.91 | $319.30 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 | $60.25 |
| Optional Student Union Fee | $20.00 | $0.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Total | $8,303.50 | $8,164.14 |
| Semester 3 | Original 2020-2021 Fees | Updated Fall 2020 Fees |
| Tuition | $7,784.59 | $7,784.59 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $434.91 | $319.30 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 | $60.25 |
| Optional Student Union Fee | $20.00 | $0.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Total | $8,303.50 | $8,164.14 |
*Plus Mandatory Health Insurance fee once per academic year: Fall start - $420 Winter start - $280 Summer start - $140
Pathways
Humber offers a number of transfer options and pathway opportunities. Visit humber.ca/transferoptions or refer to the program page.
Contact Information
Program Specific Questions
Ted Glenn, program co-ordinator
416.675.6622 ext. 3206
ted.glenn@humber.ca
Admissions Questions
Domestic Students
416-675-5000
enquiry@humber.ca
International Students
Contact the International Centre
international.humber.ca/contact
1-416-675-5067
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