LSU Executive Education is pleased to present an economic development certification program designed for those ED professionals, Chamber of Commerce staff, elected officials, and local civic leaders who are interested in best business practices in the field of economic development. This high quality program is taught by nationally recognized experts and all content is tailored specifically to the state of Louisiana.
The Certified Louisiana Economic Developer program is sponsored by Southwestern Electric Power Company.
Certification Information
Upcoming Courses
Business Retention and Expansion (Core)
August 13-14, 2013
Location: LSU Business Education Complex
Standard fee: $555.00
Discounted fee: $505.00*
Course Description
Effective business retention and expansion programs are the most cost effective method of job creation in local and regional economies. This course introduces students to the importance of business retention and expansion programs. Among the topics are how to assess the community’s business environment; what are the current business climate issues in Louisiana; what are emerging trends and best practices in business retention on a national and international basis; conducting effective BRE surveys and company visits; what to do if you experience a plant closure; BRE issues in core Louisiana industries; and budgeting and staffing a BRE program. Students are exposed to most of the issues in BRE through a group case study.
Leading and Managing the Economic Development Organization (Elective)
November 6-7, 2013
Location: LSU Business Education Complex
Standard fee: $555.00
Discounted fee: $505.00*
*Discount registration applies to current staff or members of the Louisiana Industrial Development Executives Association (LIDEA), Louisiana Municipal Association (LMA), Louisiana Economic Development (LED), Police Jury Association of Louisiana, and any student, staff, or faculty from an accredited college, university, or community college.
LSU Executive Education is pleased to present the Economic Development Certification Program in conjunction with Louisiana Economic Development and the Louisiana Industrial Development Executives Association