ECO 3315 - Community Economics

Credits: 4

Formerly: Urban and Regional Economics
This course provides students with an overview of community and economic development theory and practice. The course examines the historical roots, theory and policy contexts of economic and community development and examines how local stakeholders interact to meld economic growth and social equity objectives. The course also introduces the tools needed for the practice of community economic development, including and civic engagement, asset mapping and benchmarking, visioning and strategic planning, and resourcing and implementing community development plans. We conclude with an examination of emerging policy developments offering ‘on the ground’ prospects for integrating community and economic development goals. A major requirement of the course is a team project focusing on local economic development project.
Prerequisite(s): ECO 1203 or ECO 1204
Fulfills: SOSC in LS Core.