Course Description
Elevate your impact and become a catalyst for community transformation with the globally renowned Sustainable Local Economic Development (SLED) Certification Course, offered by the prestigious Step Sure Training & Research Institute (STRI).
This advanced, high-impact professional development program is meticulously designed for local government leaders, development practitioners, NGO professionals, policymakers, and economic strategists who aim to create inclusive, resilient, and sustainable economies from the ground up.
Participants will master globally endorsed frameworks and practical tools to stimulate local entrepreneurship, attract investment, drive employment, reduce poverty, and ensure environmental sustainability—aligning local priorities with global development goals (SDGs).
Course Objectives
By the end of this industry-leading certification course, participants will be able to:
• Design Inclusive Economic Development Strategies – Create targeted, data-driven economic plans that reflect the unique strengths, resources, and needs of local communities.
• Stimulate Sustainable Business Growth and Job Creation – Support MSMEs, green enterprises, and innovation hubs to boost employment and reduce inequality.
• Promote Climate-Resilient and Environmentally Sound Development – Integrate eco-friendly practices, circular economy principles, and adaptive infrastructure into local economic planning.
• Forge Strategic Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) – Build high-impact collaborations with investors, community leaders, and government bodies for long-term growth.
• Measure Impact through Effective M&E Systems – Monitor, evaluate, and report on development outcomes using globally benchmarked indicators and real-time data tools.
Course Modules
Module 1: Foundations of Sustainable Local Economic Development
• Key concepts, principles, and global trends in SLED
• Understanding decentralization, local governance, and stakeholder roles
• Mapping local assets and analyzing territorial competitiveness
Module 2: Strategic Economic Planning and Policy Design
• Local economic diagnostics and opportunity identification
• Formulation of vision-driven, inclusive LED strategies
• Legal, institutional, and policy frameworks for sustainable implementation
Module 3: SME Development, Entrepreneurship & Employment Creation
• Designing support systems for startups and micro-enterprises
• Skills development, vocational training, and workforce alignment
• Market access, supply chains, and inclusive economic zones
Module 4: Environmental Integration and Climate-Smart Growth
• Sustainable land use, natural resource management, and green infrastructure
• Climate adaptation strategies and disaster-resilient local economies
• Sustainable urbanization and eco-enterprise promotion
Module 5: Financing, Partnerships, and Impact Measurement
• Innovative financing models: PPPs, blended finance, and donor mobilization
• Building and managing multi-stakeholder partnerships
• Monitoring & evaluation (M&E), impact assessments, and SDG alignment
Key Beneficiaries
This elite certification is tailored for:
• Local Government Officials and Development Planners
• NGO and Civil Society Organization Leaders
• Policy Advisors and Economists
• Community Development Officers and LED Consultants
• Urban and Rural Development Experts
• International Development and Donor Agency Professionals
General Information
• Globally Recognized Credential – Enhance your professional credibility with a top-tier, internationally respected certification.
• Expert-Led Training – Learn from world-class development economists, urban planners, and policy advisors with hands-on global experience.
• Career-Defining Impact – Acquire future-ready skills that make you indispensable in local, regional, and global development projects.
• Flexible Learning Options – Choose in-person workshops at our premier global training centers or join instructor-led virtual sessions from anywhere.
• Ongoing Post-Training Support – Access expert guidance and mentorship to implement strategies and scale real-world impact post-certification.
• Onsite Training – Held in top training venues across major global cities
• Live Virtual Sessions – Secure, interactive online learning with real-time instructor engagement
Contacts
• Email: info@stepsureresearchinstitute.org
• Call or WhatsApp: +254 723 482 495 | +254 757 155 287
• Website: www.stepsureresearchinstitute.org
