Graduate Certificate in Local Government

Today's local government manager must have a high level of professional expertise together with a broad range of managerial skills and a sound understanding of the special characteristics of local government. The Graduate Certificate in Local Government Management is tailored to the local government environment, allowing managers to meet their differing professional needs, while keeping up-to-date with the latest issues.

Tailored to the local government environment, the course enables participants to build an education program that responds to individual needs as it allows students to develop a study plan that matches the requirements of their professional development. Subjects can be studied in the workplace, through intensive block release. The course can also be used as a stepping stone to a Master of Local Government (C04257).

UTS has English language proficiency requirements for all its courses for all students.

Please check the requirements that apply to you.
Note: These requirements may apply to you, even if you are not an international student.

If you have previously studied in English, you may satisfy the UTS English language requirements in one of several ways. You must have:

The course is particularly suited to local government middle-tier managers and unit leaders who wish to advance their careers. It is also highly recommended for public administrators from other tiers of government and professionals from the non-government sector who work in partnership with local councils for the benefit of local and regional communities.

Step 1: Select your course and start date

Step 2: Complete application

Step 3: Supporting documentation

Step 4: Application fee

Step 5: Submit application

Step 6: Acknowledgement letter

Step 7: Accepting an offer