Course Descriptions Topics include the expansion of markets in Europe, agricultural transformation, discoveries, European domination of world trade, colonization, industrialization and urbanization, the church and the community, the state and the nation, and treatment of poverty and related institutions in different periods in history. CED 812 Social Theory (3 credits) This course establishes a foundation in critical theory for exploring the interdisciplinary theoretical domains relevant to the study of community economic development. Drawing on the dualities of agency and structure, micro and macro, and the individual and society, we examine theories of poverty, social capital, democratic organization and civil society, globalization and the social economy. The understanding of theory and its role in the development of policy is also considered. Prerequisite: CED 811. CED 813 Community Economic Development Theory (3 credits) This course builds on the previous theory courses. Participants will begin to formulate a basic theory of community economic development (CED). As part of developing a theory we will define a series of questions that must be addressed in the theory. We will also examine those theories that most closely relate to issues raised in community economic development, including: market theory, theories of poverty, location and space theories, political theories and “organic” theories based on the observation of practice. Given that CED draws on a wide variety of disciplines, the field is not suffering from a lack of theory. Many theories may apply to the field of community economic development. The goal of this course is to examine a variety of theories related to CED and better understand their relationship to the practice of CED. Prerequisite: CED 812. CED 814 Contemporary Economic Theory (3 credits) This is an introductory survey course on economic theory, economic principles, and their application to community economic development policy and strategy. It is designed to equip advanced students with an understanding of applied economics. Students will examine the economic problems faced by communities and explore analysis, policy and practice strategies to address them. Emphasis is given to domestic and international economic development issues affecting underdeveloped and developing countries. Students with a strong graduate-level background in economics and CED may request waiver of this course. CED 815 Social Inequality (3 credits) Social inequality is at the core of community economic development policy and practice. Therefore, this course is designed to make a major contribution to the professional preparation of doctoral and advanced M.A. students. We will achieve this by means of a thorough review of the current literature and an examination of how social scientists, policy makers, and practitioners conceptualize and address (or fail to address) social inequality. The basic premise of this course is that any doctoral dissertation in CED policy and research must address, at some level, social inequality. In this context, students will benefit from a course devoted to the major problems which they will be addressing in their dissertation work.
CED 851 Seminar in CED (3 credits) This course involves the development and presentation of students’ papers and the quality of discussions in the classroom setting. Occasionally, visitors and faculty will also present papers for discussion. CED 858 Policy Analysis and CED (3 credits) Policy Analysis and CED addresses linkages among public, social and economic policies constituting the policy environment of CED. A review of theoretical approaches to policy analysis is covered. Case studies of environmental, health, educational, urban and poverty policies are presented. The government’s role in the main domains of social programs, social regulation in consumer protection and protection of civil rights will be analyzed, as will the influence of grassroots politics, social movements and organizations on the policymaking process and policy outcomes. CED 859 Advanced Policy Analysis and CED (3 credits) This is the second of a two-part sequence on policy analysis. This sequence aims to provide a solid theoretical foundation for policy analysis from a CED perspective at national and international levels, and an applied foundation based on the skills for conducting policy analysis and sharpening the analysis of policy choices. It will present a framework that locates policy design within the larger study of politics, policy making and democracy. Students will analyze the role that social constructions have in determining the characteristics of policy designs. Students will also examine rationales for public policy, including market failure, and complementary analysis of government failure. Methods for identifying policy problems, establishing evaluation criteria, and selecting policy alternatives will be advanced. Prerequisite: CED 858. CED 860 Transformation of Development Organizations (3 credits) This is a foundations course in nonprofit planning for experienced nonprofit managers. This course provides the underpinnings of nonprofit strategic planning and strategic management. It addresses the theory and practice of strategic planning, planned change, and strategic management in the organizational development of nonprofit development organizations, with a particular focus on community-based development organizations (CBOs) in the United States and nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) in the international arena. The connections between political and managerial approaches to organizational development and planned change will be considered. Participants are expected to engage in a strategic planning or planned change program in their work organizations or to support such work in other development organizations. CED 861 Nonprofit Management (3 credits) This is a foundations course in nonprofit management for experienced nonprofit managers. It approaches nonprofit management from the perspective of what effective community-based development organizations (CBOs, CDCs) and nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) should do well. The course is designed as an integrative experience for advanced graduate students to enhance both theoretical and practical knowledge. It presumes familiarity with nonprofit management, public administration, program planning, the role of 79