Economic Development Graduate Certificate

Overview

The goal of the Graduate Certificate in Economic Development is to provide knowledge and skills for those currently employed or pursuing careers in economic development.

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Admission Requirements

Admission to the program requires a baccalaureate degree in any subject area from a college or university approved by a recognized accrediting agency. No specific economic development background is required.

1. A bachelor’s degree in any field of study from an accredited institution.
2. An undergraduate cumulative GPA of at least 2.5.
3. International Students whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency through a TOEFL(560 or more), IELTS, or PTE exam.
4. Immunization records

See Admission Requirements and Procedures  for other requirements

Program Requirements and Academic Policies

See General Degree Requirements  and General Academic Information .

Course Requirements (12 hours)

• ED 646 - Business Attraction and Retention 3 hrs.
• ED 722 - Economic Development Data Analytics and Theory 3 hrs.
• ED 736 - Real Estate and Land Use Planning 3 hrs.
• ED Elective 3 hrs.