Real Estate Investment Program – Curriculum
Curriculum Overview
The curriculum provides a structured study of real estate markets, valuation techniques and investment analysis. Instruction progresses from fundamental asset characteristics to financial modeling, development feasibility and long term asset management.
Module Structure
The curriculum is delivered online through twelve modules. Each module includes lectures, readings, analytical exercises and written case evaluation.
Modules
Module 1.
- Real Estate as an Asset Class
- Asset characteristics
- Market structure
- Investor roles
- Economic context
Module 2.
- Market Evaluation and Research Methods
- Macro and local indicators
- Supply and demand analysis
- Market cycles
- Comparative evaluation
Module 3.
- Valuation Methods
- Income approach
- Sales comparison
- Cost approach
- Valuation adjustments
Module 4.
- Financial Modeling
- Cash flow construction
- Cap rate interpretation
- Return metrics
- Sensitivity evaluation
Module 5.
- Rental Property Analysis
- Stabilization
- Expense evaluation
- Financing considerations
- Operational assumptions
Module 6.
- Development Feasibility
- Land evaluation
- Zoning considerations
- Cost estimation
- Feasibility modeling
Module 7.
- Financing and Capital Structure
- Debt structure
- Equity considerations
- Loan types
- Capital allocation principles
Module 8.
- Investment Strategy and Acquisition Analysis
- Deal sourcing
- Qualification methods
- Acquisition structure
- Risk considerations
Module 9.
- Asset Management and Operations
- Lease structures
- Expense management
- Performance evaluation
- Long term strategy
Module 10.
- Market Risk and Stress Testing
- Scenario evaluation
- Market fluctuations
- Exit constraints
- Capital preservation
Module 11.
- Integrated Case Study
- Full investment evaluation
- Financial modeling
- Market assessment
- Outcome analysis
Module 12.
- Portfolio and Long Term Strategy
- Portfolio design
- Diversification
- Holding period decisions
- Scaling considerations
Assessment
Participants complete analytical exercises, valuation assignments and a comprehensive final case study requiring market analysis and full financial modeling.
Learning Outcomes
Participants completing the curriculum will be able to:
- Evaluate real estate markets using structured analytical methods
- Construct financial models for income producing property
- Apply valuation methods used in professional practice
- Assess feasibility, risk and long term asset performance
- Interpret financial outcomes and support investment decisions