Courses and Schedule

Courses & Schedule

MSAI engages, prepares, and connects participants through online and onsite educational and networking components.


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Online Learning

The Main Street America Institute provides participants with live and on-demand formats for online learning, creating opportunities for both engagement and convenience.

Important Main Street America Institute Update: Advanced Principles Courses Returning Spring 2025
Eight years after MSAI’s re-launch, we recognize a need to take a deep dive into vision, course content, structure, and learning objectives. Therefore, we will not be holding Advanced Principles Courses in spring 2024. Topics Courses are available on-demand anytime and the 2024 workshops will take place as planned.
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Advanced Principles Courses

Advanced Principles Courses are three-week, live online courses that offer a thorough overview of the subject area relative to its implementation as an essential element of the Main Street Approach. Each week features 1.5-hour online course with pre-readings, assignments/quizzes, and interaction with peers. While live participation is highly encouraged, recordings are available for those with scheduling conflicts.* 

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Topics Courses

Topics Courses take a deep dive into a specific sub-area of the Main Street Approach, focusing on current trends and best practices and expanding on ideas presented in Advanced Principles courses. These on-demand online programs allow flexibility for participants and choice of coursework to meet specific needs. Each course includes three webinars supplemented with readings, case studies, and quizzes.

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*Please note: Advanced Principles Courses will return spring 2025. Current courses descriptions are under review and subject to change.

In-Person Workshops

We offer two intensive, multiple-day experiences filled with educational sessions and exercises aimed to equip participants with advanced tools and strategies and the opportunity to interact and connect with peers.

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Certificate Programs

MSAI offers two distinct certificate programs, culminating in the Main Street America Revitalization Professional credential, the highest credential achievable through MSAI.

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Policies & Pricing

MSAI offers a convenient and affordable framework for local leaders across the nation. Check out detailed information on participation, policies, pricing and payment. Still have questions? Reach out to us at msai@mainstreet.org.

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Contact Us

We are here to help! To learn more about how MSAI can support your professional development, please contact us at msai@mainstreet.org or 312.610.5611.


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