Essential Economic Development
A Foundation Course for Local and Regional Economic Development
17 lessons, 2.5 hours. Learn the fundamentals of local and regional economic development for free.
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Access the course via our community learning site here. The 17 lessons are structured as follows:
1. Rationale for Local and Regional Economic Development
2. Overview of themes and functions
3. Understanding economics and economic trends
4. Megatrends
5. Theory of Economic Development
6. Policy
7. Strategy
8. Intelligence & insight
9. Industrial development & clusters
10. Enterprise & entrepreneurship
11. Inward investment / FDI
12. Labour markets
13. Education & skills
14. Economic Participation, Employability and Unemployment
15. Poverty & inequality
16. Place & infrastructure
17. Low carbon, climate change & sustainability
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Econ Dev Show Podcast – Economic Development: Economic Development 190: New Jersey’s Bold Playbook with Kathleen Coviello
Source: Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development Author: unknown Date published: 2025-09-14 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Social Network Quick Links View original article at:
Local Economies (UK): Apprenticeships have collapsed in England – Labour needs to fine-tune the solution, fast | Heather Stewart
Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Heather Stewart Date published: 2025-09-14 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Ensuring England’s workforce has the right skills for a rapidly changing economy is key to Labour’s hopes of boosting social...
14 Years of Economic Development Consultancy – What’s Next?
Today marks a significant milestone for me – 14 years since I launched my consultancy business! It’s been an incredible journey, and I’m proud of the impact I’ve been able to make in economic development for cities, regions, and local areas. My career in numbers speaks volumes: Clients seek me out for my: I’ve had […]
Area Development Online Current Issue Feed: How to Choose the Right Site for Your Factory in 2025’s Volatile Landscape
Source: Area Development Online Current Issue Feed Author: unknown Date published: 2025-09-12 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Manufacturing facility construction is experiencing record-breaking growth, but the risks associated with location...
Area Development Online Current Issue Feed: Rethinking Life Sciences Site Selection in a Resilient and Dynamic Market
Source: Area Development Online Current Issue Feed Author: unknown Date published: 2025-09-12 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The life sciences sector remains one of the most innovation-driven industries in the U.S. economy. From...
Local Economies (UK): East meets North West as thousands enjoy Japan Week celebrations in Manchester and ties strengthened
Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: unknown Date published: 2025-09-11 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Ties have been strengthened and new partnerships forged as Mancunians turned out in their tens of thousands to immerse themselves in...
Local Economies (UK): Navi Mumbai International Airport: A Sneak Peak Ahead Of Inauguration
Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: NDTV Profit Desk Date published: 2025-09-11 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Mumbai, India’s financial capital, is entering a new era in aviation with the inauguration of the Navi Mumbai International...
Local Economies (UK): Why local banking matters for net zero
Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Helena Vieira Date published: 2025-09-11 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Community banks are emerging as critical enablers of the net-zero transition, offering relationship-based lending and local market...
OECD Press Releases: OECD unemployment rate remained stable at 4.9% in July 2025
Source: OECD Press Releases Author: unknown Date published: 2025-09-11 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] View original article at: