Description

CRE 101: Foundations of Real Estate Management

📅 February 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, and 25

⏰ 3 PM to 6 PM

📍  In-Person Only at Various Downtown Chicago Locations

🎟️: $1,000 for Members | $1,100 for Non-members

Instructors: Bonnie Boden (Transwestern), Bob DeMarke (RD Services), and Victoria Larionova

Launch your career in commercial real estate with this dynamic introductory course — perfect for those new to the industry and an excellent precursor to the RPA designation.

Held in person each February over six evenings across three weeks (18 total hours of instruction), this course blends classroom learning with exclusive, behind-the-scenes tours of some of downtown Chicago’s most iconic buildings. Expert instructors share firsthand insight into how commercial properties are managed, operated, and maintained.

What You Will Learn:

• Finance & Accounting: Accounting, Budgets, Acquisitions, Valuation
• Property Operations: Building Systems, Maintenance, HVAC, Roof, Water, Electricity
• Tenant & Asset Engagement: Leasing, Tenant Improvements, Retention, Construction
• Safety & Compliance: Life Safety, Security, Emergency Preparedness, Insurance
• Environmental & Sustainability: ESG, Environmental Issues, Waste & Recycling
• Services & Amenities: Janitorial, Landscaping, Pest Management, Parking, Elevators/Escalators
• Contracting & Rent Structures: Service Agreements, Total Rent & Recoveries
• And More!