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Applied Politics and Public Affairs Specialist

MaKami College

MaKami College

makamicollege.com
The MaKami College Applied Politics & Public Affairs Specialist Diploma is a 2 year program designed to prepare you for a dynamic career in politics, public affairs, communications, non-profit, and business sectors. This fast-tracked blended program combines in-class learning lead by expert instructors and applied learning activities with flexible online coursework. You will learn about the world of political theory, office management, marketing, communications, and good governance. Apply what you have learned during the practicums in governments offices, alongside government officials, in community organizations, private businesses, or agencies. Begin your career as an Applied Politics & Public Affairs Specialist faster and ready to make a difference.
  • Program Type Standard
  • Credential Type Diploma
  • Length 2 Years
  • Part Time Only
  • Cooperative Education
  • Continuing Education
  • Distance Learning Available
Admission Requirements

Standard Admission: Students must meet the following criteria:

  1. Must be minimum 17 years of age
  2. Successful interview with school administration
  3. Alberta high school grade 12 diploma or non-Alberta equivalent 

Mature Admission: Students must meet the following criteria:

  1. Must be minimum 18 years of age
  2. Successful interview with school administration
  3. Successful completion of a Wonderlic Exam equal to grade 12 or above OR successful completion of a post-secondary program in Canada

Additionally, should the applicant’s primary language not be English, then one of the following criteria must be met:

  1. CLB 7 within the past 2 years
  2. IELTS 6, with no band less than 5.5
  3. Duolingo score 110
  4. TOEFL iBT 80

Distance Delivery Options

Combined (onsite and online)


Student Aid

This program is eligible for full-time post-secondary assistance by Alberta Student Aid for the funding year 2025/08/01 to 2026/07/31*.

  • Tuition $14,950.00 Year One
  • Mandatory Fees N/A Year One
  • Books/Supplies/Instruments N/A Year One

* Tuition, books, supplies, instruments, and other/mandatory fees are provided to Alberta Student Aid and may be used when processing full-time post-secondary funding applications. The educational costs provided are based on a 100% full-course load and may not reflect current or all educational costs charged by the school. Contact the school to obtain accurate educational cost information.

Transfer(s) Eligibility

Search Transfer Alberta for course and program transfer information including transfer agreements between post-secondary schools in Alberta, British Columbia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut and Yukon.

Transfer(s) available outside of Transfer Alberta: Not available

Updated August 24, 2025. The information contained in this profile is current as of the date shown.

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