University of Birmingham

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CURS, Developing expertise to support substainable communities and neighbourhoods

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CURS is a leading international centre for research, teaching and consultancy in spatial and social planning studies, an academic and policy discipline that encompasses agendas around housing, regeneration, economic development, communities and the governance of public policy.


Our focus for research and teaching is grouped around two areas:

These interface in a combined interest in the link between policy developments and outcomes which impact upon society at all spatial levels.


Economic Development Policy and Practice Course
9-11 February 2010
Now in its second year this highly recommended and well received accredited course run by CURS and IED (Institute of Economic Development) provides a unique and timely opportunity for new and established practitioners working within the remit of economic development to enhance their understanding and skills to meet the challenges of the day.  Click here to  download the course flyer (pdf).

Registration can be completed through the on-line shop - please click on the following address:
https://www.bhamonlineshop.co.uk/events/eventdetails.asp?eventid=106

For further details, please contact Yvonne Harley (y.t.harley@bham.ac.uk)

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