COMMUNITY AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT


C R D (AP EC) 611 Regional Impact Analysis 3(3,0) Techniques for analysis of the growth and decline of regions including economic-base theory, shift share, regional input-output, regional econometric models, and fiscal impact models. Preq: AP EC 202 or ECON 211 and 212.

C R D (AP EC) 612 Regional Economic Development Theory and Policy 3(3,0) Development of rural economic activity in the context of historical, theoretical, and policy aspects of friction associated with spatial separation. Location factors, transfer costs, location patterns, and regional-growth policy are considered. Preq: AP EC 202 or ECON 211 or equivalent.

C R D 692 Case Study Project 3(3,0) Capstone course engaging students in in-depth case study projects in community and economic development. Designed to enhance professional development, career interests, and practical experience. Students may participate in an internship, field experience, service learning activity, or investigation of a community, leadership, or economic development topic. Preq: C R D 336 and consent of instructor.