Do you want a convenient, affordable and effective way to build your skills in urban planning, community development or economic development? Try a Deep Learning class from Rutgers University's Bloustein Online Continuing Education Program.

Deep Learning classes offer a new experience in online education: you can share ideas with smart and talented professionals from around the country, learn from seasoned practitioners, and get to work on real projects and planning issues. All of this at your convenience from anywhere you can get on the Internet.

From May 26 to July 3, BOCEP is offering several Deep Learning courses:
*Business Development for Planners. This course will help you learn skills to be more competitive, whether you're promoting yourself or your firm.
*Cultural Community Development Studio. Learn how to connect the arts and community development by working on an arts-based community development initiative for Bisbee, Arizona.
*Introduction to Environmental Planning. Learn the basics of a critical skill set for smart growth and sustainable development.
*Retail Market Analysis. Are you fluent in economic development? If you want to succeed in a difficult economy, you should be. This course can help.
*Urban Design Studio. Learn and practice new skills by working on a transit-oriented urban design plan for Perth Amboy, New Jersey.

Deep Learning courses are for learners who want to master skills and become experts in areas of urban planning. The courses give you time to learn, practice and reflect with your classmates. There are no required meetings and you can participate at your convenience online. (To keep up with classroom conversations, we encourage everyone to participate in class at least every other day.)

Each Deep Learning course costs $295. Planetizen readers can get a $50 scholarship. Use promo code: BGBBS. Members of some APA divisions get $100 scholarships. (Please check with your division leadership for more information.) Each course is eligible for 14 AICP CM credits and 20 hours towards a Bloustein Professional Certificate.

BOCEP is produced by the Professional Development Institute of Rutgers University's Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy – one of the best planning schools in the world.

For more information, please contact Professional Development Institute Programs Manager Swena Gulati at swena@rutgers.edu or 732-932-3822 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting              732-932-3822      end_of_the_skype_highlighting, x636

Learn more or register at http://www.policy.rutgers.edu/bocep