ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FINANCE
Economic development is vital to a community, region, or state. It drives economic growth, job opportunities, industry diversification, business retention and expansion, access to opportunities for current and future residents, and most importantly, improved quality of life. There are extensive perspectives and theories relating to how governments should (or should not) approach economic development but there are also extensive financial tools and structures, both public and private, for implementation. It is critical that future practitioners understand those tools to transition from policy to execution.
This course will examine financial inclusion, capital lending, real estate and fixed asset finance, and investment tools. It will also explore government financing tools and programs such as bonds, tax increment financing, tax credits, and community development focused institutions. Finally, case studies and deep dives into housing, public-private partnerships, municipal economic development programs, and economic development corporations with practitioners will allow students to learn from those putting each of these tools and programs to work.
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