REAL 436 - Real Estate Development

Prerequisite, REAL 370. This course is designed to provide an overview of the real estate development process with an emphasis on the economic, environmental, institutional, regulatory, and social contexts. Topics discussed include market analysis, site acquisition, due diligence, zoning, entitlements, approvals, site planning, building design, construction, financing, leasing, and ongoing management and disposition. Value creation and risk identification and management will be important elements of the course. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits