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Governance and Public Procurement Management (Graduate Diploma)

Université Laval

Québec, Quebec, Canada•QS 2027 #526 =

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Governance and Public Procurement Management (Graduate Diploma) is a postgraduate diploma in Business & Management programme taught at Université Laval in Québec, Canada. The programme runs for 1 year.

At a glance

Degree: Postgraduate Diploma
Field: Business & Management
Duration: 1 year

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: ulaval.ca ·

Program details

Overview

This Diplome d'etudes superieures specialisees (DESS) in Governance and Public Procurement Management at Universite Laval is a 30-credit graduate diploma completed in about one year of full-time study, with part-time options available. It combines strategic governance content with operational competencies in managing Quebec public-sector procurement contracts, covering the challenges and good practices of contract and market management in the public sector. Up to 15 credits of prior learning may be recognized toward the diploma. Some courses are offered at a distance, and the program can be completed entirely remotely, suiting professionals working in public administration or procurement. Admission is offered for the Fall, Winter, and Summer terms. Applicants submit a curriculum vitae and a motivation letter of about two pages as part of the application. The diploma targets professionals responsible for procurement, contract management, or governance functions within public organizations.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: A bachelor's degree or an equivalent diploma is required. French proficiency is mandatory for non-native speakers, demonstrated by a TCF score of at least 600 out of 699 or completion of an approved French course. Applicants must submit a curriculum vitae and a motivation letter of about two pages.

Application Details

Start Date: Fall, Winter and Summer

About Université Laval

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1852
Students: 56,000
QS rank: #526 =
Programs: 543
Location: Québec, Quebec, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Governance and Public Procurement Management (Graduate Diploma) award?

Université Laval awards a Postgraduate Diploma in the field of Business & Management on completion of this programme.

How long does Governance and Public Procurement Management (Graduate Diploma) take?

The programme runs for 1 year.

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