Real Estate Development Management

About this course

About this CourseOne of the biggest challenges faced by real estate developers is managing cash flow. Whether you're working on a residential or commercial project, you typically don’t see any financial return until the project is completed, sold, or refinanced. This raises a critical question: How do you support your day-to-day living expenses while working full-time on a development project?If you're employed full-time and taking on a small project part-time—or if you’ve set aside sufficient funds—you may be able to weather this “dry spell.” However, not all aspiring developers are in this fortunate position.An alternative and increasingly attractive path is to become a Development Manager, a role where you can earn a steady monthly income for your expertise while gaining valuable industry experience.This course is designed to introduce you to the fundamentals of Development Management as a professional career. You'll explore the key relationships a Development Manager must navigate—with clients, consultants, contractors, and third-party stakeholders—throughout the development process.Whether you're a student, emerging developer, policymaker, or industry professional, this course offers a practical foundation in real estate development and management. It also outlines the principles, ethics, and professional standards required to establish yourself as a competent and trusted Development Manager capable of leading successful projects with integrity.What will students learn in your course?Learn about being a professional development manager.Learn how to set up a development management business.How to deal with clients and third parties.How to manage professional consultants.How to manage the various stages of the development process.How to market development management services.