Upper Midwest Basic Economic Development Course
July 21 - 25, 2008
Join us in Duluth during the peak summer tourism season for a truly unique economic development educational program: The Basic Economic Development Course (BEDC)
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) Examination. Join some of the nation's most knowledgeable and respected finance and economic development leaders, network with colleagues, and enjoy all Duluth has to offer!
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
Course Schedule: View the 2008 Daily Agenda
For more information email bedc@umdced.com
Cost for the course: $600 per participant.
Scholarships available:
Croonquist Scholarship from Minnesota Business Finance Corporation
Economic Development Association of Minnesota Foundation (EDAM Foundation)
Wisconsin Economic Development Association (WEDA)
Hotel Accommodations:
Call the Holiday Inn at 218-722-1202 or 800-477-7089. Tell them that you are part of the UMD Center for Economic Development Course to receive the special rate.