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Undergraduate Certificate in Indigenous Community Economic Development and Planning

Regulations effective September 1, 2023.

The University Certificate in Indigenous Community Economic Development and Planning will provide learners with training and in-depth knowledge of the unique context of Indigenous communities, Nations, and organizations:

  • The principles of Indigenous business and governance.
  • Indigenous law and how it applies to Indigenous communities.
  • Economic development and community planning.
  • Essentials of project management.
  • Unique insight into your community or organization through a community-led capstone project.
  • Methods of community engagement and facilitation.

This new and unique program, written and developed by Indigenous business scholars and practitioners, is offered only at Athabasca University. This program will enable learners to effectively manage Indigenous organizations and businesses, by integrating traditional and contemporary Indigenous knowledge and principles with management practices. This program prepares learners to meet the needs of Indigenous organizations and to understand the unique context in which they operate.

The University Certificate in Indigenous Community Economic Development and Planning is offered by Athabasca University’s Faculty of Business, 1.800.468.6531, or email.

Planning your program

Our online program plans can assist you in selecting the courses needed to fulfill your program requirements.

Athabasca University has also developed program learning outcomes that describe the career options that may be available to you upon graduating.


Program requirements

Students complete the program regulations in effect at the time of their enrolment.

Program structure

program structure
Total credits in the program 24
Required credits 24
Residency requirement. A minimum of 12 credits must be obtained through Athabasca University 12
Maximum Prior Learning and Assessment (PLAR) credits 6

Required courses

(24 credits)

Information effective Sept. 1, 2023 to Aug. 31, 2024.

Updated July 25, 2024 by Office of the Registrar (calendar@athabascau.ca)