Intensive Course: Overview

Course Overview

The course is divided into two one-week sessions. It provides an intensive orientation to Alabama economic and community development.

Who Should Attend

Local, Regional, and State-Level Economic Development Professionals
Economic / Industrial Development Board Members
Chamber of Commerce Officials
State / Local Elected Officials
Community Leaders
County Commissioners
Utility Company Representatives
Community / Regional Planners

Course Curriculum

The course will be moderated by ECDI Director Dr. Joe A. Sumners.
ECDI will provide each participant with a course CD containing faculty presentations and reference materials.

Selected Course Topics

Trends in Economic and Community Development
Economic Development Strategic Planning
Fundamentals of Economic Development
Business Retention and Expansion
International Trade and Investment
Economic Development Marketing
Developing and Using Speculative Buildings
Financing Economic Development Projects
Environmental Issues in Economic Development
Information and Technology for Economic Development
Building an Effective Economic Development Organization
The History of Economic Development in Alabama
Success Models for Community Development
Strategies for Rural Alabama
Alabama Economic Profile
K-12 Education in Alabama
Workforce Development in Alabama
Community Leadership and Partnerships
Designing Your Community for Success
Transportation Infrastructure and Economic Development
Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development
Innovation and Knowledge-Based Economic Development
Retail and Commercial Development
Alabama Tourism and Retiree Attraction
Economic Development Organizations in Alabama
Alabama Economic Development Roundtable
Field Trip: Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama

Last Updated: July 19, 2012