LMI Training Institute
The Labor Market Information (LMI) Training Institute advances the art and science of LMI development and use through a comprehensive national training program and by fostering communication between analysts and data users across the country.
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Cost of Living Index
Deciding if that job offer in another city is actually better than what you have now? Managing employee salaries for multiple cities? Need reliable cost of living comparisons? Compare your area with more than 300 urban areas using the quarterly C2ER Cost of Living Index (COLI).
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Journal of Applied Research in Economic Development
The monthly Journal of Applied Research in Economic Development examines key issues and concepts in the academic literature of economic development and provides perspective on their applications for the practitioner.
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Training Courses
C2ER is dedicated to improving the analytical skills of community and economic development research professionals. In cooperation with the LMI Training Institute, C2ER offers a comprehensive training program in economic development and labor market information analysis.
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Technical Assistance
C2ER conducts data-driven research to create regional economic development strategies that build on regions' existing industry and occupational composition. Learn more about how C2ER is helping regions compete throughout the U.S. and Canada.
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Weekly Update - May 16, 2013
Public Information about Government Data Will Improve With New Obama Policy
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HUD Announces Technical Assistance Organization to Support the "Strong Cities, Strong Communities National Resource Network"
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Cities Ramp Up Data Projects
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May 2013
Silicon Valley and Route 128: The Camelots of Economic DevelopmentSpecial Thanks to Our Partners:
