Trent Lott National Center
Trent Lott National Center
The True South Basic Economic Development Course is designed for community leaders and stakeholders who participate in the process of community economic development.
Typical conference attendees include:
September 25 - 28, 2023, The University of Southern Mississippi Trent Lott National Center. This is an all day course starting at 8 a.m. and running through 5 p.m. each day.
The four-day course is $650 or can be taken for graduate credit through the Southern Miss Master of Science in Economic Development program. Early-bird registration is $600 if registered and paid before July 15. The registration fee covers course materials, instruction, selected meals and refreshment breaks. It does not cover hotel and other travel expenses.
Scholarships are available. Contact tasha.mayFREEMississippi for more information regarding scholarships or visit the scholarship page to apply.
Participants are required to be present at all classes offered in order to receive credit for the course. Elected officials must attend every session and sign-in to receive CMO credits.
Cancellations and refund requests must be made in writing to the True South Planning Committee. Requests must be received by August 31 to receive full refund less a $25 processing fee. Requests received September 1 or after will not receive a refund. Substitutions are allowed.
For course cancellation assistance, please contact Tasha May at 601-266-5507 or email at tasha.mayFREEMississippi.
The attire for the True South Basic Economic Development Course is business casual. You may want to bring a light coat or sweater as rooms may get cold.
The course is accredited by the International Economic Development Council. It fulfills one of the prerequisites for those who wish to take the examinations for the Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) designation.