Urban Land Institute

Introduction to the Real Estate Development Process

Real estate development is a complex and multifaceted process. This course will deliver the basics of real estate development including: the stages of development, sources of data, funding and financing, sustainability, and the role of regulations.

Introduction to the Foundations of Real Estate

Developed for those who are new to the field of commercial real estate, this course provides a broad yet detailed overview of the fundamentals of real estate.

Introduction to Mixed Use Development

This course will cover the history of mixed use development, explore what is meant by highest and best use, explain the design and entitlement processes for mixed use development, as well as operations of mixed use developments.

Introduction to Market Analysis

An important aspect of real estate investment and development is understanding the market opportunity of a particular project.

Introduction to Climate Risk and Resilience

Learn how developers, designers, and policymakers are reducing the impacts of climate change while enhancing economic stability and social outcomes. This class will touch on specific climate science fundamentals.

Foundations of the Development Process

This course is designed to take participants through the development process from the developer’s point of view, from planning and site selection to construction, lease-up, and sale or disposition of the property.