Basic Economic Development Course
The 2022 NYSEDC Basic Economic Development Course
June 27-30 at the Desmond Hotel in Albany, New York
REGISTER TODAY
Online booking link for the Desmond Hotel
For Call-in Reservations please make sure to use the Group Res Id NED and call the hotel direct at 518-869-8100
PLEASE NOTE THE CUT-OFF DATE FOR RESERVATIONS IS JUNE 5, 2022
Interested in learning more about the 2022 event or sponsorship opportunities for the Basic Economic Development Course? Contact Wa'Kena Jackson for more information.June 27-30 at the Desmond Hotel in Albany, New York
REGISTER TODAY
Online booking link for the Desmond Hotel
For Call-in Reservations please make sure to use the Group Res Id NED and call the hotel direct at 518-869-8100
PLEASE NOTE THE CUT-OFF DATE FOR RESERVATIONS IS JUNE 5, 2022
Held in June, the Basic Economic Development Course (BEDC) introduces attendees to the practices of a broad economic development program. Through instruction, peer learning, and case studies, the New York BEDC offers a comprehensive educational experience in economic development fundamentals.
This course is designed to meet the needs of professionals and volunteers relatively new to the development field. Attendees will learn best practices to help prepare their communities for business retention and expansion, business attraction, and grow an entrepreneurial ecosystem.
The course addresses four basic themes:
- Concepts of economic development
- Trends in economic development
- Development location
- Practical techniques and best practices of successful development
- Local, regional, and community Economic Development organizations
- Colleges and universities
- Chambers of commerce
- State agencies
- Planners
- Utilities
- Workforce Investment Boards (WIB)
The faculty of the New York BEDC is comprised of seasoned practitioners and consultants recognized for their experience and expertise across economic development practice. The course also highlights leading national and international trends and best practices in economic development.
The New York Basic Economic Development Course meets the “core requirements” prerequisite for practitioners who wish to sit for the Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) credential issued by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC). To learn more about CEcD certification, visit the IEDC website.