Southern Alberta Institute of Technology offers Cert in Community Economic Development, a certificate in Economics programme in Calgary, Canada. The programme runs for 30 weeks, delivered fully online. Tuition is CAD 6,150 per year for local students.
At a glance
Degree:Certificate
Field:Economics
Duration: 30 weeks
Delivery: Online
Local tuition: CAD 6,150 / year
We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page.
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The Community Economic Development certificate is a 30-week, fully online program delivered across two semesters, requiring 30 credits over 10 courses. It is designed for students interested in supporting community growth and small business development, covering partnership building, project management, financial literacy, and business planning, with practical applications for both urban and rural communities. Coursework builds skills in communication, project management, financial analysis, business planning, team leadership, and community engagement that apply to economic development specialist roles. The program is offered through SAIT's School of Business and is delivered entirely online, allowing students to complete coursework remotely. The program does not currently accept international applicants. On completion, graduates receive a SAIT Community Economic Development certificate. Coursework is organized to allow students to complete the certificate part-time while continuing existing work or community commitments.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: Applicants educated in Canada must demonstrate English language proficiency; there are no further requirements to enter this program. Applicants educated outside of Canada must demonstrate English language proficiency and provide an international document assessment confirming they meet the program's admission requirements. The program does not accept international applicants for direct admission, though it accepts them as part of a program bundle.
