Diploma in Real Estate

Learn British Columbia real estate law and professional standards of conduct. Topics include the judicial system, torts, contracts, agency, interests in land, title registration, property transactions, mortgages, stratas, residential and commercial tenancies, land use regulation, and professional responsibility. This course meets Appraisal Institute of Canada and UBC BUSI 111 requirements.

Learn concepts and techniques for appraising real estate value. This course is designed for persons who want to work in the areas of appraisal and assessment. Topics include the appraisal profession, the appraisal process, property analysis, market and use analysis, approaches to value, value reconciliation, and report writing. This course meets Appraisal Institute of Canada and UBC BUSI 330 requirements.

This course covers valuation techniques for income-producing real estate, including the income method of appraisal, tax consequences of real property ownership, and portfolio analysis methodology. A personal computer with spreadsheet software and a Hewlett Packard (HP) 10B II calculator are required. This course meets Appraisal Institute of Canada and UBC BUSI 331 requirements.Prerequisites: Prior completion of Real Estate Mathematics (UBC BUSI 121) and Real Estate Appraisal (UBC BUSI 330).

Students will examine the Canadian mortgage market and apply the principles of real estate financial analysis to a variety of topics, including: residential and commercial loan underwriting, loan refinancing, and creative real estate financing methods. This course meets UBC BUSI 221 requirements.Prerequisites:Real Estate Mathematics (UBC BUSI 121)Note: Please bring your HP 10BII financial calculator to the first class.

This course introduces the techniques of investment and statistical analysis in a real estate context. Topics include statistical techniques, cash flow analysis, discounting, compounding, and the mathematics of real estate finance and investment analysis. There is also a brief overview of graphing and surveying. This course meets Appraisal Institute of Canada and UBC BUSI 121 requirements.Note: Bring your Hewlett Packard (HP) 10B11 financial calculator to the first class.

This course is not offered at this time. Please email real-estate@langara.ca for details.

This is an introduction to the issues, concepts, and theories of micro and macroeconomics. This course provides practice in applying economic reasoning to decision-making and forecasting problems in business, industry, and government.

Develop the dispute resolution, negotiation, and mediation skills essential in todays competitive and demanding workplace. Learn how to analyze complex issues, find common ground between conflicting parties, deal with different communication styles, envision win-win outcomes, avoid litigation, and effectively resolve disputes.

This course is not offered at this time. Please email real-estate@langara.ca for details.

This course introduces the fundamentals of interpersonal and group interaction including written, verbal, and non-verbal communication. We look at options in presentation preparation and delivery techniques, awareness of tone, consideration of audience, and selection of indirect and direct message organization.All final exams conducted on campus, in person.

Learn the principles and practices of professional residential rental and strata management. Topics include: property types, licensing and trust accounts, the Residential Tenancy Act, the Strata Property Act, management agreements, rental marketing, tenancy applications and agreements, budgets and controls, maintenance and security planning, insurance, and employee relations. This course appeals to property managers, building managers, and apartment building owners.

Learn the principles and practices of commercial, industrial, and retail property management. Topics include property types, law, management agreements, marketing, leases, maintenance and security, budgets and controls, insurance, assessment and taxation, special use properties (e.g. medical, industrial parks, commercial strata), personnel management, and tenant relations. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking skills to solve management and marketing challenges.

This course is not offered at this time. Please email real-estate@langara.ca for details.

Learn accounting concepts, tools, and methods in concise and understandable terms. Students will learn basic skills such as reading financial statements, analyzing financial reports, developing and modifying revenue and expense forecasts, and identifying and monitoring critical measures of business performance. This is finance for non-financial managers.

This course examines building operations from a management perspective. You will learn how buildings operate, how to develop a building maintenance plan, how to improve safety and efficiency, and how to solve maintenance problems. Topics include planning, risk management, best practices, tendering and purchasing, service contracts, capital upgrades, and project supervision.

This course is not offered at this time. Please email real-estate@langara.ca for details.

This is a thorough examination of building systems and equipment, as well as how to analyze and rectify problems in building systems. Topics include building structure and envelope, mechanical systems and HVAC, maintenance and inspection schedules, report research, building audits, energy efficiency, and problem-solving techniques. Course content applies to residential and commercial properties, as well as institutional facilities such as hospitals and schools.

This course will prepare students to assess single building systems and components for potential energy savings. Energy savings may be in the form of repairs, replacement of the component, or other low cost (or no-cost) system modifications. The student will be learn how to use energy measurement equipment and instruments that will help identify potential savings from single energy conservation measures or single pieces of equipment.

This course will expand on the topics covered in Building Systems Energy Assessment 1 course and add significant new material on how to move an energy project forward in an organization. The students will be shown how building systems and components interact to determine potential energy savings. The operations and maintenance procedures for building systems will be analyzed for energy savings. Energy measurement equipment and instruments will be used by students to help identify potential savings from single energy conservation measures or single pieces of equipment.

Learn how houses are sited, designed, and constructed in Canada, plus how factors such as design, material selection, and construction type affect their value. Discover how to identify and evaluate problems due to design, construction, or deterioration, their effect on value, and how problems should be reported.Note: This course meets Appraisal Institute of Canada and UBC BUSI 400 requirements.

This course is not offered at this time. Please email real-estate@langara.ca for details.

This course is a practical overview of the real estate development process. Topics include development planning and feasibility; site selection, acquisition, and due diligence; financing, insurance, and construction; project design and marketing; and holding the finished project. Emphasis is placed on feasibility analysis with particular attention to projects under $5 million.

This course will help participants understand how to estimate the cost of house construction with more accuracy. The format is highly intuitive and does not require participants to have a great deal of technical knowledge about construction and building methods. The divisions of the work discussed will be easily understood at a functional level. The course includes using a Quantities Measurement Template, Pricing Template, Costing Summary, and Trade Breakdown.

This course is designed to simplify the complicated world of construction contracts typically used today. The standard terms and conditions used for each of the contract options are fully explained in a manner that any average home owner can easily grasp. Each partys roles are clearly explained and risks are identified. The course includes types of construction contracts, calling for bids, contract set-up, and contract management.

This course is not offered at this time. Please email real-estate@langara.ca for details.

This introductory course will prepare you to read and understand architectural drawings and visualize a completed project. Technical drawings typically utilize lines, scale, dimensions, and symbols to show the contractor, owner, and tradesmen the agreed upon parameters of a contract for buildings or additions. Reading and understanding them is a vital skill.

Technical drawings showing electrical, plumbing, and structural components are much more complex. This intermediate course will enable the student to read and understand architectural drawings along with other technical drawings. In addition, the student will learn to visualiza the completed project. Youll learn about: site and foundations, electrical, plumbing, and heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning systems.

Learn about building techniques and the materials used in the construction and renovation of wood frame homes in British Columbia. Construction topics include footings and foundations, framing, the envelope system, mechanical systems, and interior finishes. The course also covers basic information on permits, zoning, inspections, codes, and important documents in the construction and approval process.

Develop the skills you need to successfully manage projects - on time and on budget. Learn how to analyze risks, define tasks, develop a project scope, build teams, and create resource plans. Conclude with a peak at Microsoft Project and discover how to effectively use this tool to administer and organize your complex projects.

Turn opportunities into viable business ventures. Learn to develop your own approaches, guidelines, and skills for being an entrepreneur. Topics include business idea generation, market research, marketing and sales strategies, writing proposals, financing options, human resources, and successfully operating your business after start-up. Each student will learn how to complete a business plan as part of the course content.

This is a practical introduction to the application and review process for property developments in Vancouver and adjacent municipalities. The course includes a description of the provincial and municipal planning and development review framework, a step-by-step examination of the development application review process, and actual examples of successful and unsuccessful development applications.

This course is not offered at this time. Please email real-estate@langara.ca for details.

This course offers a fundamental understating of energy efficiency in buildings. Students learn the current energy efficiency requirements for buildings in BC. Different energy standards are discussed including ASHRAE 90.1, NECB, and BC Energy Step Code. Students learn the HOT2000 energy modelling software with a final project requiring energy modelling of a single family dwelling in BC.

This course is not offered at this time. Please email real-estate@langara.ca for details.

This is a concise course on commercial tenancies and commercial leases in BC. Emphasis is placed on understanding and interpreting lease documents related to a variety of property types, including office and retail. The course is suitable for property managers, building managers, commercial landlords, and those who plan to rent commercial space.

A practical introduction to the selection and management of income-producing real estate. This includes: multi-unit rental houses, apartment buildings, condominiums, and other investment properties. Students will examine sample investments on the basis of estimated net income, market value growth, deferred maintenance, routine maintenance, tenancy agreements, tenant relations, and strata versus non-strata ownership. A strong emphasis is placed on personal investment objectives.

Should you buy a residential condo unit as a rental property investment? What are the biggest mistakes of condo investing? What are your rights and responsibilities as an owner and a landlord in a condo complex? What are your monthly and annual expenses? How do you estimate your return on investment? This course answers these questions and more.

Learn the basics of selecting and operating a commercial property investment. Property types include: retail, office, medical, industrial, and commercial strata. Topics include: leases and leasing agents, tenant mix, tenant relations, management, budgets, and maintaining the property to maximize value and income.

Whether youre a beginner or simply want to refresh your skills, this course is the perfect introduction to the Office Suite. Create professional looking documents with Word, functional spreadsheets with Excel, and dynamic presentations with PowerPoint. Mandatory Prerequisite: Basic computer skills or equivalent. Note: Textbook is optional and is available at the Langara Bookstore.

This instructor-led tutorial is for persons registered in the UBC Real Estate Trading Services (sales) Licensing Course. It covers real estate math problems including interest calculations, compounding and discounting, mortgage loan calculations, and using a financial calculator. Be better prepared to solve math problems on the Real Estate Trading Services Licensing Exam.Note: Bring your Hewlett Packard (HP) 10B11 financial calculator to the first class.

This course is not offered at this time. Please email real-estate@langara.ca for details.