Executive Diploma in Municipal Management

The EDMM program distills management needs into 16 curricular topics. The topics start by establishing the context and strategic considerations of managing in the municipal sector, then move on to focus on critical aspects of the muncipal manager's role. 

The topics are covered across two terms through the following 16 modules (eight modules each term):

1. Public Sector Trends
2. Strategic Planning for Municipalities
3. Organizational Behaviour and Leadership
4. Intergovernmental Relations
5. Staff-Council Relations
6. Corporate Performance Measurement and Service Delivery Improvement
7. Organizational Financial Management, Integrity, and Governance
8. Human Resources Law and Labour Relations
9. Staff Performance Management
10. Succession Planning and Personnel Change Management
11. Authentic and Effective Community Engagement
12. Policy Formulation, Implementation, and Evaluation
13. Building Business Cases
14. Project and Portfolio Management
15. Public Communications and Media Relations
16. Communication and Listening Skills

Participants apply and demonstrate their learning through a presentation at the end of Term 1 and a research report at the end of Term 2.

Note for prospective participants from outside of Ontario: Some of the modules include discussions about provincial legislation that governs municipal administration. These discussions are based on Ontario legislation.

EDMM Module Descriptions (PDF)

All EDMM modules are delivered online through Zoom. Each module is taught by an instructor, typically from 9 am - 1 or 2 pm ET. The duration of the modules varies, and some modules may be split across two back-to-back days.

Active participation and knowledge sharing are integral to the learning process in this program. It is critical to attend the live Zoom sessions and participate in discussions and activities in order to complete the program. 

Please note: The schedule for the Zoom sessions is provided when registration opens. Please be sure to confirm your availability on the class dates prior to registering, and book the time for each module in your calendar as soon as possible.  

To graduate from the program, you are required to:

• Attend the live Zoom classes for at least fourteen (14) of the sixteen (16) modules
• Complete a presentation assignment at the end of Term 1
• Complete a research report proposal and research report at the end of Term 2
• Achieve a minimum grade of 70% on the research report
• Achieve a minimum overall program grade of 70%

By following the standard schedule of your cohort, you can (and should) complete the EDMM program in approximately 10 months through two back-to-back terms (Term 1 and Term 2). 

• Term 1: $2,180.00 +HST (This payment covers all modules in Term 1. The fee is due when you register for the program.)
• Term 2: $1,449.00 +HST (This payment covers all modules in Term 2. You will be invoiced for this payment before the start of Term 2.)

All required course materials are included in the tuition fees. 

EDMM is one of the programs that we offer under the status of a Certified Educational Institution. Tuition fees for this program are tax-deductible. 

All cancellation requests must be sent in writing by email.

• Cancellations made up to 10 days before the first module in each term will be eligible for a refund of the term fees after deduction of a $340.00 +HST cancellation fee.
• Cancellations made up to 10 days after the first module will be eligible for a refund after the deduction of a $940.00 +HST cancellation fee. There is no obligation for the student to pay for any future terms of that cohort. 
• Cancellations made beyond 10 days after the first module are not eligible for a refund.

If your municipality has a cohort of 15 or more participants who are able to start the program at the same time, it may be possible to arrange for an in-house delivery of the program (either via Zoom or in-person classes). Please contact us for more details and to inquire about options.