Community and Economic Development

Basic Economic Development

This annual course provides intensive instruction on the fundamentals of economic development practice. It is a four-day introductory training course designed for economic development professionals employed by public, civic, or private development agencies and individuals new to the field. It is also appropriate for more experienced professionals seeking to update their skills. The course is a comprehensive educational experience that integrates theoretical and practical perspectives on economic development and provides participants with the background needed to organize, plan, and implement economic development activities and programs. Visit www.cednc.unc.edu/bedc for more information.

Attendees

Economic development professionals employed by public, civic, or private development agencies and individuals new to the field.

Duration

Four days

Site
Information

This course is held at the School of Government. A block of rooms have been reserved for you at the Holiday Inn Express in Chapel Hill. With the group code, BED you can reserve a room at the special rate of $80. Toll Free Reservations: 1-800-465-4329. Hotel Direct Line: 919-489-7555

Course Materials

 2009 Basic Economic Development Agenda

Certification

The course is accredited by the International Economic Development Council and counts toward the CEcD certification for professional economic developers.

Faculty
Coordinator

Jonathan Morgan

Cancellation
Policy

Course participants who cancel their registration on or before July 20, 2009, will receive a full refund. Those who cancel on or before July 27, 2009, will receive a full refund, less a $25 cancellation fee. No refund will be made for cancellations made after July 27, 2009. All cancellations must be submitted in writing, as outlined in the School's cancellation policy.