Minor in Indigenous Community Development & Governance (ICDG)
The Minor in Indigenous Community Development and Governance (ICDG) program is available to students enrolled in UVic undergraduate programs.
This 6-course program is for learners working or seeking employment with or for Indigenous governments or organizations.
Future public servants will gain the knowledge and skills to work effectively and efficiently with Indigenous citizens and Indigenous governments. Courses are delivered online.
Course requirements
One required core course:
Select 5 electives from this list:
- ICDG302 - Communications in Indigenous Governments and Organizations
- ICDG303 - Lands, Resources, and Economic Development
- ICDG304 - Strategic Planning and Implementation
- ICDG305 - Indigenous Research and Project Management
- ICDG306 - Human Resource Management in Indigenous Organizations
- ICDG307 - Managing Change for Effective Social and Community Development
- ICDG308 - Financial Management in Indigenous Governments and Organizations
- ICDG400 - Leadership in Indigenous Communities and Governments
- ICDG401 - Capstone Project for Indigenous Governments and Organizations
- ICDG402 - Intergovernmental Relations: Working with Others
You may be able to complete 3 elective ICDG courses and up to 2 other 300- or 400-level UVic courses from other departments. These can focus on a public administration or Indigenous topic. You’ll need permission from the school.
How to apply
Contact the academic adviser in your home program area to declare a Minor in Indigenous Community Development and Governance.