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Introduction to Economic Development Certificate Program

Offered at Fresno State (Click here to view the 2020 Agenda)

Note: The 2020 Introduction to Economic Development Certification Program (Keys Course) will be provided in a VIRTUAL CLASSROOM FORMAT hosted by Fresno State University.

This program is for both new professionals entering the field of economic development and existing professionals including elected officials who want to advance their career and better serve their community. Participants have the opportunity to learn emerging economic development concepts while developing a network of connections and resources throughout California.

IEDC Accredited
Valuable Professional Networking Opportunity
Cutting-edge Economic Development Tools and Trends

For more information, call 559.278.2352

Course Schedule

Date: October 19 - 22, 2020

Location: California State University, Fresno (campus) - Fresno California

Course Description:
This course offers two certificate opportunities for attendees: 1) Economic Development Certificate from Fresno State & 2) The completion of this training program is the first step toward professional certification by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC).

The Economic Development Certificate Program at Fresno State is a 4-day course and each participant is required to attend all modules of the course in order to receive a certificate from Fresno State and completion credit for the IEDC program.