ABORIGINAL GOVERNANCE AND PARTNERSHIP PROGRAMS. developing effective leadership and partnerships

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1 ABORIGINAL GOVERNANCE AND PARTNERSHIP PROGRAMS developing effective leadership and partnerships

2 About the programs GOVERNANCE The University Credit Certificate in Aboriginal Governance and Partnership programs provides students with the necessary understanding and skills to lead, work, or partner effectively with Indigenous and non-indigenous organizations, communities, businesses, and governments. The program of study centres on developing knowledge while increasing analytical and applied skills suited to the unique governance issues and opportunities facing Indigenous peoples and their non-indigenous partners today. The initial program began running in Strong support for Aboriginal governance and partnership programs in the Faculty of Native Studies was expressed during four extensive rounds of consultation. This support has continued at local, regional, and provincial levels, and includes Indigenous community leaders, government representatives, industry, and other University of Alberta programs outside the Faculty of Native Studies. PARTNERSHIP The curriculum features the theory and practice behind relationship-building and partnership between Aboriginal and non-aboriginal entities, including best practices for: successful partnerships leadership government management and administration business growth for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit organizations, and their non-indigenous counterparts.

3 Are you looking to build on your skill set at your workplace? The Standalone Aboriginal Governance and Partnership Certificate program is available in two different credit streams, depending on prospective learners previous degree experience. PROGRAM DELIVERY OPTIONS Embedded Certificate Program Are you currently in your first or second year in an undergraduate program at the University of Alberta? The embedded Aboriginal Governance and Partnership Certificate is available to students registered in any undergraduate degree program on campus. You graduate with your program degree AND a Certificate in Aboriginal Governance and Partnership. If you don t hold a bachelor s degree or equivalent, you may apply for the part-time, ten-course Standalone Certificate stream (*30 credits). This program stream is structured as a potential bridge into a degree program. If you hold a bachelor s degree or equivalent, you may apply for the part-time, six-course Standalone Certificate stream (*18 credits). Online delivery for this program is slated for September Stand Alone Certificate Programs Are you interested in learning about Indigenous governance and community-led practices in building stronger relationships between Indigenous and non-indigenous organizations?

4 Embedded Certificate Students may pursue the Certificate in Aboriginal Governance and Partnership with degree by completing a minimum of six courses (*18) from the following list: Two Aboriginal Governance core credits (*6): NS 320: Aboriginal Governments and Politics NS 430: Aboriginal Governance and Partnership Capstone Four elective course credits (*12): (1) Two (*6) chosen from NS 330: Native Economic Development; NS 345: Management Issues in Native Communities; NS 420: Negotiation Strategies (2) Two (*6) chosen from NS 240: Introduction to Aboriginal Legal Issues; NS 340: Aboriginal Legal Issues; NS 372: Métis Politics; NS 403 (Governance Topics Only); NS 435: Management of Aboriginal Natural Resources; NS 445: Community Development Processes; NS 485: Urban Aboriginal Issues and Identities; and/or the elective not chosen previously: NS 330, 345, 420. Total certificate requirements = six courses (*18 credits) Note: To apply to the embedded certificate, contact nsadvisor@ualberta.ca. See specific course prerequisites in the course listings.

5 Stand Alone Certificate Certificate Requirements for Students without a Bachelor s Degree Students without a bachelor s degree may pursue the University Credit Certificate in Aboriginal Governance and Partnership by completing a minimum of 10 courses (*30) from the following list: Three Aboriginal Governance Core Credits (*9): NS 200: Looking Forward/Looking Back, or NS 201: Indigenous Canada; and NS 320, and NS 430 Seven Elective Course Credits (*21): (1) Two (*6) chosen from NS 330, 345, 420 (2) Five (*15) chosen from NS 240, 340, 372, 403, 435, 445, 485, and/or the elective not chosen previously: NS 330, 345, 420. Total certificate requirements = ten courses (*30 credits) Note: See specific course prerequisites in the course listings, or consult the faculty s academic advisor (nsadvisor@ualberta.ca). Residency requirement: Students must normally complete a minimum *15 of the *30 certificate requirements while registered in the Faculty of Native Studies.

6 Stand Alone Certificate Certificate Requirements for Students holding a Bachelor s Degree Students holding a bachelor s degree may pursue the University Credit Certificate in Aboriginal Governance and Partnership by completing a minimum of six courses (*18) from the following list: Three Aboriginal Governance Core Credits (*9): NS 200: Looking Forward/Looking Back, or NS 201: Indigenous Canada; and NS 320, and NS 430 Three Elective Course Credits (*9): (1) Two (*6) chosen from NS 330, 345, 420 (2) One (*3) chosen from NS 240, 340, 372, 403, 435, 445, 485; and/or the elective not chosen previously: NS 330, 345, 420. Total Certificate Requirements = six courses (*18 credits) Note: See specific course prerequisites in the course listings, or consult the faculty s academic advisor (nsadvisor@ualberta.ca). Residency Requirement: Students must normally complete a minimum *12 of the *18 certificate requirements while registered in the Faculty of Native Studies.

7 Online Delivery & Learning Beginning in September 2016, we are beginning to transition the Certificate in Aboriginal Governance and Partnership to online and blended delivery in order to increase access to programming. These Stand Alone courses will operate according to a cost-recovery model to compensate for programming. Fall 2016 NS 201: Indigenous Canada Winter 2017 NS 240: Introduction to Aboriginal Legal Issues Spring/Summer 2017 NS 330: Native Economic Development, and NS 345: Management Issue in Native Communities Fall 2017 NS 320: Aboriginal Government and Politics Winter 2018 NS 430: Aboriginal Governance and Partnership Capstone

8 NS 403 (Governance Topics Only) NS 420 Negotiation Strategies NS 430 Aboriginal Governance and Partnership Capstone (blended & online delivery) NS 435 Management of Aboriginal Natural Resources NS 445 Community Development Processes NS 485 Urban Aboriginal Issues and Identities COURSE LISTINGS NS 200 Looking Forward/Looking Back NS 201 Indigenous Canada (online delivery) NS 240 Introduction to Aboriginal Legal Issues (blended & online delivery) NS 320 Aboriginal Governments and Politics (blended & online delivery) NS 330 Native Economic Development (blended & online delivery) NS 340 Aboriginal Legal Issues NS 345 Management Issues in Native Communities (blended & online delivery) NS 372 Métis Politics

9 Building Relationships With over eight years of programming, the Certificate in Aboriginal Governance and Partnership has partnered with over 30 organizations to engage successfully and graduate 46 students (and counting!), who are continuing to apply their knowledge in Indigenous governance and relationship-building through positions of leadership in their communities (chiefs, administrators), in government (Alberta, NWT), and in Indigenous and non- Indigenous organizations. Over the last few years, many people who are working full-time have expressed interest in the AGP Certificate programs. Additionally, in light of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission s call to implement the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, many working professionals are reaching out to the AGP Certificate programs to engage in this timely and relevant learning opportunity to increase knowledge regarding building better relationships among government, industry, and Indigenous communities. To address this need, we are transitioning the six-course Standalone AGP Certificate to blended/online delivery in order to increase access to programming. In addition to increasing connections through online and blended delivery, we are continuing to strengthen relationships guided by our original mandate of (1) engaging undergraduate degree students through our embedded certificate program; (2) providing alternative learning opportunities through the Standalone Certificate; (3) offering graduate-level programming specific to governance, social order, and relations with the Canadian state; (4) partnering with the Alberta School of Business through the Indigenous Partnership Development Program (IPDP); and (5) engaging in community-informed research. Shalene Jobin, PhD Director of Aboriginal Governance Programs Assistant Professor, Faculty of Native Studies

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11 Our Students The Certificate of Aboriginal Governance and Partnership Program is a great opportunity for students in the Faculty of Native Studies to learn the forms of governance created and used by Indigenous peoples, and how they re distinguished from (historically) imposed governments. The negotiations methods and governance projects give students the opportunity to engage in the real-life application of what they ve learned. The certificate has given me the advantage of a larger variety of job opportunities, as the certificate has improved my knowledge base in areas of Aboriginal initiatives. This certificate program will be another tool for Indigenous students to build stronger communities and create leadership opportunities. Jenna Broomfield, Juris Doctor Candidate 2017 BA Native Studies and Certificate in Aboriginal Governance and Partnership

12 Our Students The Aboriginal Governance and Partnership Certificate offered me a chance to prepare myself to ensure that I will bring an Indigenous perspective to the workforce. This program presented me with a wonderful opportunity to meet Aboriginal professionals and Aboriginal government workers and to gain a valuable education in the sui generis that is Aboriginal governance at every level. I better understand the dynamics and infrastructure of First Nations government, which has helped me prepare to work with Aboriginal governments. Josh Littlechild BA Native Studies and Certificate in Aboriginal Governance and Partnership

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14 PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS Since 2008, we have partnered with over 30 organizations. The following list provides some examples of our past and current partnerships. Aboriginal Women s Professional Association Alberta Aboriginal Relations Alberta Heritage Research and Planning Alexis Nakota Sioux First Nation Bent Arrow Traditional Healing Society CANDO City of Edmonton, Aboriginal Relations Office CJSR Acimowin Indigenous Radio Show Frog Lake First Nation Treaty Group Government of Alberta - First Nations Development Fund Lakedell School - Aboriginal Initiative Metis Settlements Appeal Tribunal Métis Settlements General Council Miyo Wahkohtowin Education (Ermineskin Cree Nation) Native Counselling Services of Alberta The Confederacy of Treaty Six First Nations The Métis Nation of Alberta Treaty 8 First Nations of Alberta Tribal Chiefs Ventures Wicihitowin: Circle of Shared Responsibility and Stewardship Yellowhead Tribal Council

15 Our Partners Our partnership with the Faculty of Native Studies AGP students is highly valued. The partnership puts us in touch with future leaders and leaves us with research that is always intelligent, reliable, and useful. In turn, we hope our students enjoy learning about and contributing to the workings of a modern quasi-judicial dispute resolution system whose main purpose is to strengthen Métis self-governance and identity. Harold Robinson, LLB Tribunal Secretary Metis Settlements Appeal Tribunal

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