FNAN 351: Principles of Real Estate Master Syllabus
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Required Course Materials:
- Real Estate Finance & Investments 17th Edition
- By William Brueggeman and Jeffrey Fisher ISBN10: 1260734307 ISBN13: 9781260734300 Copyright: 2022
- Textbook overheads are posted on Canvas. Online course notes.
Course Website: Canvas
Course Description
Studies dimensions and specialties involved in public control and private development, sale, finance, and management of real estate. Includes land planning, land-use control, appraisal, finance, brokerage, property management, and investment. Notes: Lecture, discussion, and computer-assisted research. A third attempt will require academic advisor approval. Offered by School of Business. Limited to two attempts.
Course Objectives
This course is designed to provide the student with a broad, basic foundation in the various disciplines involved financial markets. Students will be able to:
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Understand the economic environment globally, nationally and locally
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Define, discuss and interpret the fundamental concepts introduced in the course.
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Analyze and evaluate case studies.
Student Requirements
The required TEXT will provide the basis for the major segments of the course.
Evaluation and Grading
| Class Participation | 20% | Preparation, creativity, solution viability and presentation in answering questions on the required reading will be considered |
| Midterm Exam | 40% | |
| Final Exam | 40% |
Academic Integrity
George Mason University is an Honor Code University; please see the University Catalog for a full description of the code and the honor committee process. The principle of academic integrity is taken very seriously and violations are treated gravely. Vigorous discussion and debate are encouraged in this course, with the firm expectation that all aspects of the class will be conducted with civility and respect for differing ideas, perspectives, and traditions. When in doubt (of any kind) please ask for guidance and clarification.
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Office of Disability Services
If you are a student with a disability and you need academic accommodations, please see me and contact the Office of Disability Services (ODS) at (703) 993-2474. All academic accommodations must be arranged through the ODS.
University Policies
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Course Schedule
Readings and subject matter will be announced for the next week on Canvas.
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