Real estate development and investment is a complex, high-stakes industry that blends market insight, financial acumen, project management, and strategic foresight. This 5-day intensive program is designed to equip professionals with a comprehensive understanding of how real estate projects are conceived, financed, executed, and monetized.
Participants will explore the full development lifecycle—from site selection and feasibility to funding, construction, asset management, and exit strategies. Emphasis is placed on integrating investment analysis with strategic planning to make informed, risk-adjusted decisions across residential, commercial, and mixed-use real estate ventures.
Understand the full lifecycle of real estate development projects
Conduct feasibility studies and market assessments
Structure investments and financing models for real estate deals
Analyze real estate returns using key financial indicators (IRR, NPV, ROI)
Formulate effective exit strategies and asset management plans
Align development decisions with market trends and strategic goals
Lectures and Expert Insights: Leading industry experts will share their insights and best practices.
Case Studies: Analyze real-world talent acquisition challenges and solutions.
Group Discussions: Engage in meaningful discussions and share experiences with peers.
Role-Playing and Simulations: Practice recruitment scenarios to enhance skills.
Hands-on Workshops: Gain practical experience in using recruitment tools and techniques.
Identify and execute high-potential development opportunities
Reduce risk through structured analysis and planning
Optimize returns through strategic investment decisions
Enhance portfolio value and long-term asset sustainability
Improve stakeholder communication with data-driven insights
Gain a comprehensive understanding of real estate development and investment strategy
Improve financial modeling and deal structuring skills
Learn to navigate real-world development challenges
Enhance their ability to lead or contribute to real estate projects
Build strategic thinking and decision-making capacity in property ventures
Real estate developers and investors
Financial analysts and investment managers
Urban planners and architects involved in development projects
Property managers and asset portfolio professionals
Bankers, advisors, and legal professionals involved in real estate transactions
Public sector officials overseeing urban development or PPPs
Introduction to the real estate development lifecycle
Types of real estate: residential, commercial, industrial, mixed-use
Market analysis and site selection
Zoning, permitting, and regulatory considerations
Role of stakeholders: developers, investors, contractors, municipalities
Components of a feasibility study: technical, legal, financial
Demand forecasting and highest-and-best-use analysis
SWOT and risk assessment for development projects
Project visioning and master planning
Strategic positioning in competitive markets
Real estate financing options: equity, debt, mezzanine
Joint ventures and public-private partnerships (PPPs)
Pro forma analysis and development budgeting
Understanding cap rates, IRR, ROI, NPV
Building a financial model from scratch
Project scheduling, procurement, and construction oversight
Cost management and timeline controls
Leasing strategy and pre-sales considerations
Property and asset management post-completion
Value-add strategies and performance tracking
Hold vs. sell analysis
Exit strategies: refinancing, sale, REITs
Tax, legal, and regulatory considerations on divestment
Emerging trends: green buildings, smart cities, mixed-income housing
Presenting a development and investment strategy
Wrap-up & certification
