Government Relations (GRM)
Campus
Duration
2 Semesters (1 Year)
Credential Awarded
Ontario College Graduate Certificate
School
This program is offered online, with some courses available in Seneca's flexible delivery format. For courses offered in the flexible delivery format, professors use innovative learning spaces and technology to teach students in a classroom or lab and broadcast in real time to students attending remotely. In flexible courses, students have the choice of coming on campus or learning online.
Learn more about Seneca’s program delivery options.
About the Program
Endorsed by the Public Affairs Association of Canada and the Government Relations Institute of Canada, this eight-month graduate certificate program features specialized practical government relations training that will prepare you for careers in government relations.
Part-time option is available >
Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:
- Issue analysis
- GR campaign planning and design
- Strategic communications
- Stakeholder management
- Ethical and regulatory requirements
- Enhanced presentation techniques
- Basic research skills
Work Experience
Optional Work Term
Students meeting all academic requirements may have the opportunity to complete an optional work term in a formal work environment. The work term is similar in length to an academic semester and typically involves full-time work hours that may be paid or unpaid. In programs with limited work term opportunities, additional academic requirements may be required for eligibility. Eligibility for participation does not guarantee a work position will be secured. Additional fees are required for those participating in the optional work term stream regardless of success in securing a work position. To qualify, students must achieve an overall GPA of 3.5 in their first semester, a minimum grade of "A" (80 per cent) in GRM700 and GRM701 and be recommended by the program.
Review eligibility requirements for work-integrated learning
