
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 Program
​This leadership program is a custom Schulich ExecEd Certificate Program designed for mid-to-senior level leaders in parks and recreation. It focuses on three core areas for successful leadership: Advanced Leadership, Collaborative Relationship Building and Networking, and Strategic Management.
The program is capped by an Action Learning Project designed to strategically apply these skills toward solving a critical challenge in the sector.
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Program content is delivered online and in-person
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Download the 2025 program brochure to learn more about the program, course content, and expectations.
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Pricing:
PRO Members: $3,775
Non-Members: $4,335

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.
