Certificate in Property Finance and Investment

1923.00 GBP

90.0 Hours Formal CPD

This resource is available at a reduced price when you have an active subscription to our Development Package / Qualification Package.

Increase your knowledge of financial markets, property financing and corporate investment so that you can make more informed decisions about property investment and management.

Learning outcomes

  • Interpret the fundamentals of real estate as an asset and its context in the wider financial market
  • Identify the economic drivers of bonds and shares and how property compares with them
  • List out appropriate sources and principles of finance for property investments, in operating assets and development projects
  • Explain accounting concepts, such as how property assets and liabilities are addressed in financial statements
  • Interpret the company accounts with the tools and analyses used to make financial decisions within the context of the property world
  • Create a property cash flow and understand the mechanics of financial models
  • Apply the principles of managing the property as a financial asset to property investment decisions
  • Identify how investing indirectly can assist portfolio risk and return management and which structures might suit an investor or lender in given scenarios
  • Explain how the latest trends or techniques would affect or interact with real estate investment, including ESG, Proptech, and smart homes

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    Course information

    This is an online course that you can study in your own time. There are eight modules, plus an exam at the end of the course. In each module, you have access to eLearning, reading, case study and a quiz. You also have access to live online consolidation sessions, where a tutor will take you through the module, case study and any tricky elements of learning. Each module is expected to take you one month. You are given a further two months to complete your exam and complete any further outstanding work. After this time, the course will end, and you will no longer have access to these materials.

    Course Overview

    People are increasingly aware of the role that global financial markets play in the real estate sector. And how does property fit into this picture?  Where does it sit in relation to stocks and bonds, and how is it sold and resold in the financial markets? 

    Understanding the principles behind property finance and investment can help property professionals to make more informed decisions. This course is designed to provide you with the fundamental knowledge you need, from making basic financial models to learning about different sources of financing. 

    This course is for practicing professionals in the real estate or finance industry. The course content assumes that you have a background in property, although you will not need any specific knowledge in property finance and funding before starting this course.   

    The course is for you if:

    - You work in real estate and are progressing your career towards investment management

    - You are a real estate consultant looking to expand your knowledge and skillset and enhance the value you bring to your clients

    - You work in brokerage or finance and need a comprehensive understanding of property as a financial product

    Course Structure

    1. Real Estate as an Asset Class 
    2. Corporate Finance and Accounting Principles 
    3. Financial Modelling 
    4. Property Finance and Funding 
    5. Real Estate Investment Analysis 
    6. Investment Management 
    7. Indirect Investment Vehicles 
    8. Future of Real Estate 

    Mode of study

    This online training programme is designed to be flexible around your professional and personal commitments. You can progress at your own pace until the end of your enrolment period. This course combines interactive eLearning modules with plenty of examples and professional tips, supplementary reading materials, case studies, consolidation sessions, quizzes and a final assessment at the end of the course. Additionally, there is a discussion forum available to encourage peer interaction and enable direct communication with the course tutor for any questions or concerns.

    Each module is expected to take you one month. You are given a further two months to complete your exam and complete any further outstanding work. After this time, the course will end, and you will no longer have access to these materials.

    What support do you receive?

    You will have access to a course discussion forum with a trainer available throughout the entire course. The discussion forum is a place for trainers to answer learners’ questions and notify learners of updated standards or items. Expect tutor responses within 3 to 5 working days.

    A dedicated support team will be on hand to help you with any questions that you may have. You can reach the OLA team at onlineacademy@rics.org

    **Please be aware that this is a professional training course, aimed to give you the practical knowledge need to succeed in your career. It is not an accreditation and does not lead directly to membership of RICS, or to becoming a Chartered Surveyor. If you are interested in becoming RICS qualified, please check out this page.

    Further Guidance

    training@rics.org

    +44 (0) 24 768 685 84

    Additional information

    Enrollment duration: 304 Days

    Languages: English

    Category: Real Estate

    Price: 1923.00 GBP

    Member price: 1424.50 GBP

    Detailed course guide

    Course Type: Training Programme

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