Professional Certificate in Parks and Recreation Leadership
Advance your career with the Professional Certificate in Parks and Recreation Leadership! Join PRO and Schulich Executive Education (Schulich ExecEd), for this NEW program.
About the Certificate
Delivered in a hybrid format, the Professional Certificate in Parks and Recreation Leadership (PCPRL) is a custom Schulich ExecEd program designed for mid-to-senior level leaders in parks and recreation. Focused on three core areas for successful leadership, learners build essential skills in advancing leadership, collaborative relationship building and networking, and strategic management.
The program culminates in an Action Learning Project designed to strategically apply newly learned skills towards addressing a specific sector challenge.
Program Details
Fees
PRO Members: $3,775+HST*
Non-Members: $4,335+HST*
*Fees posted are 2026 rates. 2027 rates coming soon.
Future Offerings
Fall 2027 | 2027 program dates coming soon
2026
Cohort
Stacked Credential Benefit
Completion of the Parks and Recreation Management Certificate, the Professional Certificate in Parks and Recreation Leadership, and one additional course offered by Schulich ExecEd, qualifies for the Schulich Masters Certificate in Public Sector Leadership - a prestigious recognition from one of Canada’s top business schools.
About Schulich Executive Education (Schulich ExecEd)
Schulich ExecEd, part of the globally recognized Schulich School of Business at York University, offers cutting-edge professional development designed for leaders in the public, private, and non-profit sectors. With a focus on practical, real-world learning, Schulich ExecEd provides a dynamic educational experience led by expert faculty from both academia and industry. Each year, thousands of professionals from diverse industries - including government, professional sports, and multinational corporations - participate in programs covering leadership, management, and specialized fields such as Municipal Leadership and Public Sector Management. As a valued partner of Parks and Recreation Ontario (PRO), Schulich ExecEd equips professionals with the skills and knowledge to drive meaningful impact in their communities and careers.
