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Commercial Real Estate Basics

MBA Education's popular Commercial Real Estate Basics program is comprised of eight online courses designed exclusively for commercial/multifamily real estate finance professionals. Each course addresses a key concept related to various aspects of CREF, with the first course laying the groundwork for the industry as a whole.

The introductory course is offered in more of an asynchronous, self-paced format with optional instructor and student networking sessions. The remaining seven courses are offered in a live, instructor-guided format.

Our courses provide a comprehensive refresher on key commercial real estate lending concepts, empowering graduates with the expertise they need to excel in their careers. This foundational knowledge can also prove valuable for those considering the Chartered Realty Investor (CRI) exam.

Choose the courses that are of the most benefit to you and your organization:

Introduction to Commercial/Multifamily Real Estate (On-Demand Format)
Borrower Mortgage Credit and Financial Statement Analysis
Underwriting Multifamily and Valuation
Underwriting Office Buildings and Valuation
Underwriting Retail and Valuation
Appraisal and the Three Approaches to Value
Property Inspection and Environmental Concerns
Introduction to Commercial/Multifamily Loan Servicing

Upcoming Commercial Real Estate Basics Offerings

The Details

These courses are presented virtually, in a blend of self-study and instructor-guided online learning. The courses include a series of live webinars where students are able and encouraged to interact with the instructor and each other. Course materials are available through our Learning Management System.

Course Level: Entry Level
Course Delivery Method: Instructor Guided Online Course, Live or On-Demand
Duration of Online Course: Varies by course, but classes are generally four sessions delivered once-a-week with each session running 60-90 minutes each.
Elements: Homework, quizzes, and final exam

Who Should Attend

CRE Basics is ideal for the following:

Professionals new to the industry
Seasoned professionals seeking a deeper dive into the world of underwriting, valuing and analyzing commercial/multifamily real estate
Professional interest or to prepare for Chartered Realty Investor Society's CRI Level I exam.

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What MBA Members Are Saying About this Program

"Great course! This really helped break down my understanding of basic property spreads and the relationship the different calculations and ratios play in relation to each other, the lender/loan, and risk."

Graduate from CRE Basics: Underwriting Multifamily & Valuation - March 2024