Roger Williams University: Partnership for Community Development

On-line Course Launch for Summer 2010

This summer Roger Williams University will offer the flagship core course-Elements and Issues in Community Development- in an on-line format. Previously all course work was done in-class and this summer they are launching an on-line version to be more convenient for our local students and to introduce the program to those at a greater distance.

Roger Williams University has a strong tradition of distance learning and the course will be taught by Kathy Dorgan AIA who has piloted the course in-class for several semesters: in 2009 she received the RWU Outstanding Instructor of the Year award.

Elements and Issues in Community Development covers a brief history of the profession and selected classical theories of community development.  Examples of problems faced by community development practitioners as well as opportunities, and novel approaches being tested in the profession, and a survey of best practices.

The Partnership for Community Development was initiated in Fall 2008 by the Housing Network of RI and Roger Williams University, to raise the level of discourse about community development issues, to strengthen the professional skills of Rhode Island’s housing and community development industry, and to attract a new generation of professionals to the field.

Certificate and Bachelor of General Studies: The Partnership offers both a five-course Housing, Economic and Community Development Certificate program (including coursework in community development, non-profit management, economic development, and housing development) and the concentration in Community Development in the Bachelor of General Studies.

ENROLL FOR SUMMER 2010 COURSES NOW!!! In addition to Elements and Issues there is a wide array of electives including Accounting, Strategic Planning, Human Resource Development, Public Administration, Public Policy, City Management and more.

Registration: Contact Pam Downey, pdowney@rwu.edu Director of Advisement and Student Services to register -she is the advisor for every student participating in the program. Application (new students only) and registration (for all) by May 18th 2010.

Scholarship: Scholarships may be available to Housing Network members and staff in related organizations, as well as, to Municipal and State of Rhode Island staff.

Please contact Maria Semedo-Andrade mandrade@housingnetworkri.org or 401-521-1461.

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UMass Boston: Emerging Leadership Program

May 7, 2010
11:45 amto1:00 pm
May 12, 2010
8:45 amto10:00 am

Information Session

Date:  May 7 & 12, 2010
Time:
11:45am – 1:00pm (5/7)
8:45am – 10:00am (5/12)
Location:  State Street Corporation (1 Lincoln Street, Boston)

The Emerging Leadership Program (ELP), now in its 9th year, is an executive leadership training and development program where participants have an opportunity to:

  • Meet with current leaders in Boston
  • Develop individual leadership skills
  • Work on real team projects that will have an impact in the greater Boston region

Attend an information session to find out how to join the network of 400 young professionals who have completed the program.

For additional information, please visit:  www.leaders.umb.edu

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Boston Center for Community & Justice

Now Recruiting: LeadBoston & Inlt Classes of 2010

LeadBoston
Since 1991 LeadBoston has been developing leaders who are connected across sectors, knowledgeable about diversity, aware of neighborhood realties, and committed to social responsibility.

LeadBoston creates changemakers.

For questions about the program, please contact:
Todd Fry, Program Director
617-451-5010 x12
TFry@BostonCCJ.org
Apply Now

Inlt
Delegates return from the summer “Intl Immersion Week” with plans for action as a delegation of leaders – and also with plans for their own personal growth and leadership.  Throughout the school year they strengthen their understanding of prejudice, their leadership skills, and their commitment to act.

Intl leaders advance diversity and social justice in their schools and communities.

For questions about the program, please contact:
Ruben Ortiz, Youth Programs Manager
617-451-5010 x13
OOrtiz@BostonCCJ.org
Apply Now

http://www.bostonccj.org/

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The National Development Council

Partners in Community Development since 1969

The National Development Council is the oldest national non-profit community and economic development organizations in the U.S.  It was founded in 1969 with one purpose:  increasing the flow of capital for investment, jobs and community development to under served urban and rural areas across the country.  Since that time, NDC has worked with thousands of communities in every one of the 50 states and Puerto Rico, providing technical assistance, professional training, investment in affordable housing, small business financing and direct developer services.  Our work has taken many forms, but we have kept pace with the needs of our constituents, adding new programs and services or updating old ones.

A complete list of NDC trainings are available here.

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NeighborWorks E-Learning Courses

NeighborWorks online courses have been previously offered at NeighborWorks Training Institutes and Place Based Trainings, and they are now conveniently packaged for efficient and effective online learning. E-learning with NeighborWorks is a user-friendly learning experience, and comes with frequently asked questions and online help to ensure the best use of your time.

Each of the four modules of this course will take between ½ to 1-½ hours to complete. You’ll have 60 days, as your schedule allows, to work through the four modules and pass the final exam once you begin.

Visit NeighborWorks regularly at www.nw.org/training for updates on the complete range of training and certification opportunities offered by NeighborWorks America.

http://www.nw.org/network/training/elearning.asp

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SNHU Webinar Series: Co-operatives in Troubled Times

October 14, 2009
1:30 pmto3:00 pm
October 21, 2009
1:30 pmto3:00 pm

The Center for Co-operatives and CED at Southern New Hampshire University’s School of Community Economic Development is hosting a Series of four webinars discussing the theme “Co-operatives in Troubles Times”.  This Series, sponsored by the CHS Foundation, will examine a different pertinent topic during each of the webinars.  Each event will offer opportunities for interactive dialogs between the panelists and audience.  The cost to participate in all four webinars is just a one-time fee of US$25.

4 Interactive Webinars include:
””
Co-operatives in Periods of Economic Crisis”
September 16th 1:30 – 3:00 pm”

“Preserving ‘Main Streets’ Through Co-operatives”
September 17th 1:30 – 3:00pm

“How are Credit Unions Performing in the Current Banking Crisis?”
October 14th 1:30 – 3:00pm

“Housing Co-operatives in a Time of Foreclosure”
October 21st 1:30 – 3:00pm

Information and Registration: http://www.snhu.edu/615.asp

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MIT CRE – Strategic Thinking for Commercial Real Estate

July 22, 2009

Tailored to the specific nature of the real estate industry, this course provides the fundamentals of effective strategic planning and implementation. Whether taken as a stand alone course or in conjunction with Advanced Real Estate Development and/or Innovation and Entrepreneurship for Real Estate Professionals, participants will take home templates and ideas that can be used immediately.

Speaker: John Macomber

For more information:
Julian Phillippi | 617-253-6193 | mit-cre[at]mit[dot]edu
http://web.mit.edu/cre/education/profed/courses/strategic_thinking_09.html

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MIT CRE – Advanced Real Estate Development

July 20, 2009
July 21, 2009

A fundamental tenet of real estate development is that a project’s return should reflect its risk. The objective of this course will be to look at the qualitative and quantitative elements of risk and return in relation to the development process and explore ways to use this understanding to structure deals.

Speaker: Tony Ciochetti

For more information:
Julian Phillippi | 617-253-6193 | mit-cre[at]mit[dot]edu
http://web.mit.edu/cre/education/profed/courses/RED_advanced_09.html

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MIT CRE – Innovative Strategies for Accessing Capital

July 15, 2009

This one-day seminar explores a set of innovative strategies being employed to help finance real estate projects in the current challenging economic and credit climates. Participants look at a group of tools and resources being used to raise equity and debt as well as discuss how to best position projects to optimize access to these resources in a competitive market.

Speaker: David Cohan

For more information:
Julian Phillippi | 617-253-6193 | mit-cre[at]mit[dot]edu
http://web.mit.edu/cre/education/profed/courses/capital_09.html

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MIT CRE – Fundamentals of Real Estate Finance

July 13, 2009
July 14, 2009

This course introduces the basic concepts and “nuts and bolts” tools used by real estate developers, investors, and lenders to analyze the financial feasibility of real estate developments. Designed for those without a financial background, this course integrates finance theory and taxation principles with conventional real estate practices.

Speaker: W. Tod McGrath

For more information:
Julian Phillippi | 617-253-6193 | mit-cre[at]mit[dot]edu
http://web.mit.edu/cre/education/profed/courses/Finance_09.html

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