Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics Undergraduate Program

Community and Economic Development

The Community Economic Development Option prepares students to work with local and rural governments to manage issues related to improving economic conditions in rural areas. Topics include rural job creation, labor markets, growth-agriculture conflicts, and land use management. Employment in local governments has grown dramatically in recent years as these governments take increased responsibility for implementing policy. Students may also prepare for jobs in state and federal government, or for non-governmental organizations working on rural issues.

Course Requirements for Majors
Community and Economic Development Option