Minor in Indigenous Community Development and Governance

The six-course Minor in Indigenous Community Development and Governance (ICDG) program is available to students enrolled in UVic undergraduate programs.

The program is designed for learners who are employed or seeking employment working or seeking to work with 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:

• ICDG301 - Indigenous Governance in Canada (1.5 units)

Complete five of the following:

• ICDG302 - Communications in Indigenous Governments and Organizations (1.5 units)
• ICDG303 - Lands, Resources, and Economic Development (1.5)
• ICDG304 - Strategic Planning and Implementation (1.5)
• ICDG305 - Indigenous Research and Project Management (1.5)
• ICDG306 - Human Resource Management in Indigenous Organizations (1.5)
• ICDG307 - Managing Change for Effective Social and Community Development (1.5)
• ICDG308 - Financial Management in Indigenous Governments and Organizations (1.5)
• ICDG400 - Leadership in Indigenous Communities and Governments (1.5)
• ICDG401 - Capstone Project for Indigenous Governments and Organizations (1.5)
• ICDG402 - Intergovernmental Relations: Working with Others (1.5)

With permission from the school, students may complete three elective ICDG courses and up to two other 300- or 400-level UVic courses on a public administration (ADMN) or Indigenous topic from another UVic department.

How to apply

To declare a Minor in Indigenous Community Development and Governance, please contact your academic adviser in your home program area.