Social Economy, Cooperatives, and the Nonprofit Sector

University of Saskatchewan

Canada, Saskatoon

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University of Saskatchewan

Canada , Saskatoon

Key Facts

Program Level

Graduate Certificate

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 6 month(s)

Tuition Fee

CAD 1,164 / credit

Next Intake September-2026

Social Economy, Cooperatives, and the Nonprofit Sector

About

Offered in partnership with the Canadian Centre for the Study of Co-operatives, the Graduate Certificate in Social Economy, Co-operatives and Nonprofit Sector (GSECN) will help you improve your understanding of third-sector organizations—co-operatives, credit unions, non-profits, charities, community associations, social enterprises, and more—working to provide goods and services to individuals and communities.

Some of these organizations, such as locally-owned financial services and grocery providers, have operated for decades, while others are relatively new, working in areas ranging from renewable energy to affordable and supported housing, to mental health and addictions, and more. All of these organizations, however, share a commitment to inclusive decision making and concern about larger social-economic problems.

The certificate is designed for mid-career professionals who work in the third sector or work for governments.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Admission requirements

Graduate Certificate (G.Cert.) - Standard admission

Language Proficiency Requirements: Proof of English proficiency may be required for international applicants and for applicants whose first language is not English. A minimum overall TOEFL score of 86 is required with a minimum score of 20 in each area, or a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum score of 6.0 in each area, or another approved test as outlined in the College of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies Academic Policies.
A four-year honours degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study
A cumulative weighted average of at least a 70% (USask grade system equivalent) in the last two years of study (i.e. 60 credit units)

Graduate Certificate (G.Cert.) - Non-standard admission

Applicants who do not meet the standard admission requirements can apply using the non‐standard application process. In this case, applicants must

Have completed at least one year (18 credit units) of higher education
Taken a minimum five-year break from formal higher education
Possess a minimum of ten years of work experience with at least five years of management experience

Application deadlines

Applications to graduate certificate programs are accepted on an ongoing basis and are reviewed in the order in which they are completed. Therefore, it is to your advantage to submit a completed application as early as possible, as enrollment is limited. The admission process is competitive and late application submissions may be at a disadvantage.

Program entry is possible in any term (September/Fall, January/Winter, and May/Spring).

The latest application deadline for Fall Term entry is May 1.
The latest application deadline for Winter Term entry is October 1.
The latest application deadline for Spring Term entry is February 1.

To meet these deadlines, all components of your application must be received by the dates above. Applications that are incomplete will not be reviewed nor will they be deferred to future terms.