Foundations of Real Estate Management

High-Performance Training for High-Performance Real Estate Teams

A soup-to-nuts, 6-module, 30-hour, entry-level course, covering the fundamentals of commercial real estate administration, management, building systems, accounting and reporting, contract management and more.
Classroom instruction from seasoned professionals, reinforced by behind-the-scenes tours of outstanding buildings.
Live, in-person training with small class sizes to facilitate learning, discussion and team activities.
Classes will be held on May 23rd, May 30th, June 6th, June 13th, June 20th, and June 27th.
A complete package—instruction, peer networking, property tours and a comprehensive course manual that is easy to read and a valuable resource back on the job.

Reinforces on-the-job training for junior and assistant property managers.
Provides “feet on the ground” experience and exposure for administrative assistants and students considering a career in commercial real estate.
Offers a great refresher for experienced professionals—fills training gaps and provides important management and operations updates.
Supports suppliers and building engineers who benefit from understanding the basics of real estate management.

Eases the training burden by supplementing on-the-job and corporate training programs.
Offers the highest caliber training, covering everything from A to Z.
Prepares new and rising talent for more PM responsibilities an assignments.
Teaches employees best practices from experienced, seasoned professionals.
Delivers a curriculum that is regularly updated, ensuring the latest, most accurate information.
Minimizes time out of the office with convenient scheduling over several weeks.

Click here for details on what is covered in each module
Introduction to Commercial Real Estate & Property Types
Creating Value: Asset Management, Leasing, Tenant Improvements, Retention
Protecting the Asset: Insurance, Emergency Preparedness, Safety, Environmental
Accounting, Reporting, Budgeting
The Building & Its Systems: HVAC, Electrical, Life Safety, Roof, Elevator, etc
Property Services: Contracting for goods & services, Janitorial, Pest Management, Landscape, etc

Registration fee for members is $600 per person ($100/class 6 classes) $700 per non member, which includes an updated 2025 training manual, lunch, and parking fees as needed.
Students will receive manuals on the first day of class. Bring pens, paper, and highlighters as needed.
Class starts at 9:00 and concludes at 3:00 pm
Must attend all dates to receive credit for program - missed dates cannot be made up otherwise.