ACADEMY
Wisconsin Basic Economic Development Course
Graduation from the Basic Economic Development Course (BEDC) fulfills one of the prerequisites for those who wish to pursue the Certified Economic Developer Designation (CEcD) through the International Economic Development Council. The BEDC is designed to provide an understanding of the basic concepts, theories, methods and practice of economic development and will be taught by many of Wisconsin’s top economic development professionals. In order to receive full IEDC certification credit for this course and a certificate indicating course completion, participants must attend the entire course and stay through the final session on the last day. Please make travel plans accordingly.
The preliminary schedule is as follows:
Monday, June 2
There will be a meet-up starting at 5pm for anyone who is arriving Monday.
Tuesday, June 3
Course check-in opens Tuesday, June 3rd at 7:30am. The first day of class runs from 8:30 am to 5:45pm. Continental breakfast and lunch served in the classroom. Evening hosted reception featuring pizza and beverages.
Wednesday, June 4
Participants arrive starting at 7:30am. Class runs from 8am to 5pm. Continental breakfast and lunch served in the classroom.
After class, hosted cocktail reception with dinner on your own.
Thursday, June 5
Participants arrive starting at 7:30am. Class runs from 8am to 1pm. Continental breakfast served in the classroom.
*Subject to change slightly based on instructor availability. Watch [weda.org]weda.org to stay up-to-date. In order to receive full IEDC certification credit for this course and a certificate indicating course completion, participants must attend the entire course and stay through the final session on the last day. Please make travel plans accordingly.
What Will Be Covered?
Who Should Attend?
Economic developers, public officials, young professionals in economic development or related industries, ACRE alumni, members of Wisconsin’s EDB Coalition, and others who want an intensive “basic” overview of economic development concepts, methods, strategies, and practices.
BEDC Tuition
The fee for the three-day course is $999, with discounts for WEDA members. Register early for additional savings! A limited number of BEDC scholarships may be available for the 2025 course for individuals with financial need, small and rural communities, and non-profits. For more information about scholarships, please contact WEDA at Lizar@badgerbay.co.
Location
Classes will be held at Mid-State Technical College campus in Stevens Point, WI. The address is 1001 Centerpoint Drive, Stevens Point.
Hotel Information
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites
1117 Centerpoint Drive, Stevens Point
715.343.0522
WEDA discounted room rate: $135/p
Please mention Wisconsin Economic Development Institute when booking to receive the WEDA discounted room rate ($135/person). Reservation must be made by May 9, 2025.
Questions?
Please contact Liza at Lizar@badgerbay.co regarding event details or Ashley at Ashley.Borchardt@mstc.edu for registration inquiries
WEDA Scholarship Applications
WEDA is proud to offer a scholarship in order to help individuals and companies attend any WEDA events. Awards are based on need and applications are open year round.
Cost
WEDA Members
Early Bird Registration
(Until APRIL 18, 2025)
$799
Regular Registration
(After APRIL 18, 2025)
$899
Non-Members
All Registration
$999
Course Dates
June 3-5, 2025
Hosted by
The BEDC is hosted by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) , Wisconsin Economic Development Institute and Wisconsin Economic Development Association.
