CI Intro - Introduction to Commercial Investment Real Estate Analysis

Essential Skills

This Introduction course provides an overview of the key aspects of commercial investment real estate. In two days you will be introduced to the many facets of the dynamic commercial investment real estate field. At the completion of this course you will be able to:

•	Solve investment problems using a financial calculator.
•	Understand basic real estate investment analysis tools. You will know how to estimate net operating income, cash flows after tax, and how to calculate the internal rate of return.
•	Evaluate mortgage loans using compounding and discounting techniques.
•	Know how to compare similar properties, project vacancy rates, and estimate absorption figures.
•	Know other ways to make a profit in commercial real estate besides brokerage. Be familiar with lucrative services like tenant representation, land acquisition, leasing, finance, property management and appraisal.

Overview

This introductory course provides a comprehensive overview of the commercial investment real estate industry and familiarizes you with the core concepts taught throughout the CCIM curriculum. You'll be introduced to each phase of investment analysis, from selecting a property to estimating annual revenues, and apply these skills through a real-world case study.

In addition, you'll learn the importance of conducting a complete market analysis and engaging in tenant negotiations to achieve your investment goals. Enhance your knowledge of commercial investment real estate and expand your contacts among commercial practitioners by enrolling today.

Highlights

Solve Problems Using a Financial Calculator

•	Learn the functions of the financial calculator through this activity specifically designed for commercial real estate.

Get an Overview of Commercial Investment Real Estate

•	Recognize the features of the different commercial real estate types.
•	Understand the space, capital and property value markets.
•	Discover lucrative services like tenant representation, land acquisition, leasing, finance, property management and appraisal.
•	Identify resources and data needed to analyze and market commercial properties.

Understand Commercial Leases

•	Review common lease clauses and costs that impact the bottom line for the owner and tenant.

Perform the Basics of Investment Analysis

•	Review the fundamentals of investing.
•	Apply compounding and discounting techniques to investment decisions.
•	Calculate internal rate of return for a variety of different investment scenarios.

Mortgage Loans

•	Evaluate mortgage loans using compounding and discounting techniques.
•	Calculate amortization values (mortgage payment, loan balance, interest and principal for different amortizing periods).

Put Your Classroom Experience to Work

•	A case study is used throughout the course to apply every concept studied to an actual property. Students leave the course with the ability to see how these concepts impact on a commercial property's performance.

Who should attend this course?

•	New commercial real estate professionals
•	Residential agents who conduct some commercial transactions
•	Anyone interested in moving into commercial real estate
•	Real estate investors
•	Any student who would like more preparation before starting the CCIM core curriculum
•	Allied professionals

Introduction Course Also Available In Challenge Program Version!

Introduction to Commercial Investment Real Estate Analysis is also available in two Challenge Program formats – on the web and in a recently-updated CD-ROM. Printable study guides, animated calculator presentations and interactive application exercises are just a few of the features of this program. The key concepts of this course are presented in a step-by-step format that allows students to learn at their own pace.

Course Details for Introduction

Course Length: 2 days, 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Credit: 1 CCIM elective credit

Prerequisites: None

Tuition: Please call a CCIM Customer Service Representative at 800-621-7027 (312-321-4460 from outside the United State or Canada) for in-class tuition information. The Challenge Program fee is $235 for the online version and $270 for the CD-ROM version.

Required Calculator: Hewlett-Packard financial calculator. The HP-10B II is highly recommended because of its reasonable costs and because CCIM course materials illustrate the keystrokes of this model.

Examination: An exam is administered on the final day of class. A score of 70% or higher is needed to receive CCIM course credit.

For additional information on CCIM courses, please complete our course information request form, call (800) 621-7027, or e-mail our customer service representatives.

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Other Courses
CI 101 - Financial Analysis for Commercial Investment Real Estate
CI 102 - Market Analysis for Commercial Investment Real Estate
CI 103 - User Decision Analysis for Commercial Investment Real Estate
CI 104 - Investment Analysis for Commercial Investment Real Estate
CCR - Course Concepts Review