17518 Real Estate Asset Class Analysis

Description

This subject develops students' understanding of how to analyse investments in Real Estate Asset types such as residential, commercial, retail, industrial, student accommodation, and retirement village. Key to this understanding is an appreciation of the differences and similarities across property funds and going concerns real estate investments. Drawing on skills in investment property valuation, the subject discusses the underlying drivers of value for each asset types and levels of risk and return of property classes. It examines the holistic real asset lifecycle, and the unique importance of each property class. Students develop an in-depth understanding of the due diligence process involved in making real asset decisions and will also be exposed to the ESG implications associated with each Real Estate Asset type. The importance of green property finance and investment is also covered. Overall, students gain knowledge of the financial and market characteristics of real estate asset class which reinforces their investment analytical skills.

Typical availability

Autumn session, City campus