1. Where Do We Go From Here?

2. Why is professional growth important?
Field of every-changing issues/needs
Increased pressure / competition
Proactive vs. reactive
Quality and knowledge of the developer is a vital asset of the community or organization

3. CEcD Path to Certification CEcD Exam OU/EDI or IEDC Course Series
Heartland
OU/EDI or IEDC Course Series
CEcD Exam
CEcD

4. November 13-17, 2016 Fort Lauderdale, FL
Where is OU/EDI held?
April 29-May 6, 2016
San Antonio, TX
November 13-17, Fort Lauderdale, FL (

5. What is OU/EDI all about?
Next Step in Your Education
Three – one week sessions
On-line courses – option (8 weeks)
Lecture, interactive, on-line
Mentor program
CEcD Primer Workshop (required to make application for CEcD exam)
Graduation from OU/EDI fulfills the educational requirements to sit for the CEcD Exam

6. What is the IEDC Course Series all about?
Required Core Courses
Intro or BEDC
Business Retention/Expansion
ED Finance - Credit Analysis
Real Estate Development and Reuse
Electives (must complete 2)
Marketing/Attraction, Strategic Planning, Entrepreneurial/Small Business, Managing an EDO, Workforce Development, Neighborhood Development, Technology-Led ED

7. Where are the courses held?
Upcoming locations for :

8. What is a Certified Economic developer (CEcD) and what is required?
“Network of 1,200 professionals that have demonstrated a high-degree of knowledge and applicable practical experience”
An Economic Development Generalist
CEcD Exam Application:
At least 4 years full-time ED experience
Completion of educational requirements
CEcD Primer Workshop

9. Some other educational opportunities
National Development Council
ED Finance Professional (EDFP)
Business Retention & Expansion International
Community Development Society

10. How do I get more information?
Contact:
LaDene H. Bowen, CEcD, FM, HLM
Institute for Decision Making
Business and Community Services
University of Northern Iowa
Ruffin Scholarship for OU/EDI