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Real Estate Economics and Finance

London School of Economics and Political Science via GetSmarter

Overview

Enhance your ability to make well-informed real estate investment decisions in an evolving industry. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of economic and financial theories to value property and make portfolio decisions.

On completion of this course, you’ll gain: Valuable insights from real estate experts and university faculty. A holistic overview of the real estate market with key takeaways encompassing both economic and finance perspectives. An understanding of the concept of sustainability in real estate and how it can contribute to real estate investment returns. The ability to use theoretical frameworks to inform decision-making on practical real estate corporate finance and investment management. Unlimited access to edX’s Career Engagement Network, offering you exclusive resources and events to support your professional journey and drive a successful career in real estate forward.

Syllabus

  • Orientation module: Welcome to your Online Campus
  • Module 1: The economies of cities
  • Module 2: Understanding the supply and demand for real estate markets
  • Module 3: Real estate cycles
  • Module 4: Pricing characteristics of properties
  • Module 5: Fundamentals of finance and property valuation
  • Module 6: Mortgages
  • Module 7: Real estate investments
  • Module 8: Sustainable real estate

Taught by

Olmo Silva

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