Atlanta,
GA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Graduate Certificate in Planning and Economic Development in Atlanta United States | Georgia State University
Georgia State University
|
Atlanta United States
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Qualification
Graduate Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
24,246
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
The Graduate Certificate in Planning and Economic Development offers specialized training for students pursuing careers across public, private, or nonprofit sectors that demand knowledge of planning and economic development principles and techniques. While not replacing a full professional planning degree, this certificate serves as a valuable complement to other graduate programs. The curriculum includes foundational courses in planning theory, methodologies, and urban/regional theories, along with elective options allowing focus on specific areas like economic development, transportation planning, or environmental planning.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Goal statement: The goal statement is your means of presenting yourself to the Graduate Admissions Committee. You should submit a short typed statement of personal and professional goals as they relate to the certificate or degree program you are seeking. Most applicants write approximately two typed pages, summarizing their work experience, the reasons they have chosen the program, why they want to attend Georgia State, and how the degree fits in with their career goals.
Official GRE (Graduate Record Examination) scores (Optional): The GRE of the Educational Testing Service is optional. However, the GRE is strongly recommended for any applicant whose undergraduate grade-point-average (UGPA) is below 3.0.
TOEFL or IELTS Academic scores (International applicants only): Most international applicants are required to submit official TOEFL or IELTS Academic scores. The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is a test that measures your ability to use and understand English at the university level. The minimum recommended score is 100. The Andrew Young School accepts the IELTS Academic score. The recommended minimum is a score of 7.
Official GRE (Graduate Record Examination) scores (Optional): The GRE of the Educational Testing Service is optional. However, the GRE is strongly recommended for any applicant whose undergraduate grade-point-average (UGPA) is below 3.0.
TOEFL or IELTS Academic scores (International applicants only): Most international applicants are required to submit official TOEFL or IELTS Academic scores. The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is a test that measures your ability to use and understand English at the university level. The minimum recommended score is 100. The Andrew Young School accepts the IELTS Academic score. The recommended minimum is a score of 7.
Tuition
USD
24,246