This scholarship, named for M. D. "Mickie" Birdsall, is given in support of FEDC member economic developers or stakeholders seeking a fundamental understanding of the critical components of a comprehensive economic development strategy.

Presented annually by the University of South Florida's USF Corporate Training and Professional Education, the IEDC Basic Course​ is held in November of each year at USF in Tampa, FL.

Complete the Scholarship Application located below under "documents" and email to MSwoope@FEDConline.org.