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IEDC Basic Course – Economic Development

The Upper Midwest Economic Development Course is a comprehensive educational experience on the theory and practice of economic development fundamentals and is accredited by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC).

It fulfills one of the prerequisites for those who wish to take the Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) Examiniation.

The Basic Economic Development Course is designed for persons in positions related to economic development, including:

  • Economic Development Professionals
  • Public officials or staff engaged in economic development
  • Members of local development organizations

The Basic Economic Development Course covers:

  • Business Retention and Expansion
  • Strategic Planning
  • Marketing/Attraction
  • Economic Development Finance
  • Small Business and Entrepreneurship Development
  • Community/Neighborhood Development
  • Real Estate Development and Reuse
  • Workforce Development
  • Managing Economic Development Organizations

For more information about scholarships for this course, please email Janna King, Education Chair, at jking@econdevelop.com.

Click here to submit a Scholarship Application Click here to view 2019 presentations – password protected

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