# develop policies and administer programs to promote industrial and commercial business investment in urban and rural areas
#design market research questionnaires
conduct social or economic surveys on local, regional or national areas to assess development potential and future trends.
#plan development projects and co-ordinate activities with representatives of a wide variety of industrial and commercial enterprises, community and business associations and government agencies
#assess business opportunities and develop strategies to attract venture capital
#respond to enquiries from members of the business community and general public concerning development opportunities
#review and evaluate commercial or industrial development proposals and provide advice on procedures and requirements for government approval
#conduct surveys and analyse data on the buying habits and preferences of wholesale or retail consumers
#evaluate customer service and store environments
conduct comparative research on marketing strategies for industrial and commercial products.
#develop social and economic profiles of urban and rural areas to encourage industrial and commercial investment and development.
#prepare reports, research papers, educational texts or articles
#plan and develop e-commerce strategies
#provide consultation on planning and starting of new businesses.