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Local Economic Development

Offered by: Erasmus University Rotterdam via Coursera

This course explores how local governments, businesses, and civil society can work together to promote sustainable, inclusive economic growth within a specific region. You’ll examine the forces that shape development — from globalization and decentralization to entrepreneurship, innovation, and value chains.

Urban Land Economics and Real Estate Market Dynamics

Offered by: Coursera

This course introduces the foundational principles of urban land systems, land use planning, and the dynamics that shape real estate markets worldwide. It’s ideal for aspiring real estate investors, planners, financial analysts, and economic development professionals seeking a fast, high-impact introduction to how land use and market forces influence development.

The Art and Science of Economic Policy

Offered by: Coursera

This course explores how economic policies are crafted, the roles governments and institutions play, and how citizens and leaders can influence policymaking. Drawing from over a century of combined real-world experience, the instructors bring clarity to both the technical and human dimensions of economic governance.

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Local Economic Development (LED) in Practice: Guidelines for Development Agencies and Practitioners

This comprehensive guide, published by the ILO, offers practical tools, strategies, and frameworks for designing and implementing effective local economic development (LED) initiatives. It draws on global experiences to help development agencies, policymakers, and community leaders foster inclusive growth, sustainable job creation, and improved livelihoods at the local level.

Local Economic Development: Strategic Planning & Practice Casebook

This in-depth casebook presents a global collection of strategic planning practices for Local Economic Development (LED), compiled by UN-Habitat and the Global Urban Economic Dialogue Series. It showcases diverse approaches from cities and regions around the world, focusing on practical solutions to common LED challenges.

Building Local Economies from the Ground Up: A Review of U.S. Economic Development Practices

This insightful report, originally published in the Economic Development Journal, explores practical strategies and real-world lessons for revitalizing local economies in the U.S. Authors Zeuli and O'Shea emphasize the importance of inclusive, asset-based development and highlight key success factors for building resilient communities.

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