The certificate program offers the opportunity for professionals in community and economic development and those who work in nonprofit or governmental agencies to expand their knowledge and skills. The certificate is also appropriate for persons new to community and economic development who wish to learn about community and economic development issues and practices in towns, small cities, and rural regions.
Among the professionals who could benefit from this program are:
- community development directors
- county administrators
- nonprofit organization professionals
- local government planners
- county administrators and professional staff
- adult educators
- economic development professionals
- cooperative extension directors and staff
- members of planning commissions and related authorities, boards, and commissions
- citizens interested in government involvement and civic affairs
- students in related graduate programs
