Course Details

This course is specifically designed for those who are working to serve the community development needs of rural areas. Begin by exploring the basics of rural community economic development (CED) and understanding concepts like the multiplier effect and capital leakage, as well as the difference between basic and non-basic industries. Explore key topics for rural CED including capital needs, broadband expansion, and building a pipeline of leaders of color.

Case studies, exercises, and examples developed specifically to illustrate the nuances of working in rural communities will be used. The rural-specific content of this new course will highlight the best practices being used in rural community economic development in the United States today. Learn how your economic development program can make informed choices about tools and strategies such as loan programs, targeted real estate projects, job training programs or business incubators. It will also delve into the various challenges that economic development programs in rural areas encounter.

Course Length: 2 Days

Tuition: $770.0

Course counts toward a professional certificate (PCP): No