Professional Development
Courses for 2024
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With the exception of Basic Economic Development Course, courses are not accredited by the IEDC. They are offered as part of the "Certified Louisiana Economic Developer" (CLED) designation.
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Basic Economic Development Course
Greater New Orleans, Inc.,
Energy Centre Building
February 5 - February 8
Marketing & Attraction
SEED Center, McNeese State University
4310 Ryan St., Lake Charles, LA
August 5th & 6th
Business Retention & Expansion
SEED Center, McNeese State University
4310 Ryan St., Lake Charles, LA
October 7th & 8th
Upcoming 2024 Classes
Descriptions of Other Courses Offered:
Click on any title to learn more.
Most courses are offered on the McNeese campus. Event registration will have information on classroom location.
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The Certified Louisiana Economic Developer (CLED) training program is a joint effort between LIDEA, McNeese State University, and Louisiana Economic Development.
Policy Essentials for Economic Developers (including an overview of the legislative special session)
SEED Center, McNeese State University
4310 Ryan St., Lake Charles, LA
December 2nd & 3rd
To view the Policy Essentials for Economic Developers Course agenda, click here.
Register for the Policy Essentials for Economic Developers Course: (Registration closed)
LIDEA Professional Development Programs are an Equal Opportunity Provider. Special accomodations will be made by participants with disabilities or special needs.
Reserve a hotel room: (Reservation closed)
LIDEA Sponsors: