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Take the next step in your commercial real estate finance career
To earn a certificate, students must declare their candidacy. To declare candidacy and register for upcoming courses, please contact Serena Sussman at ss18391@nyu.edu.
The Certificate in Commercial Real Estate Finance is a unique offering within the Schack Institute’s Executive Education division. This certificate is designed for the real estate industry through a partnership between the Commercial Real Estate Finance Council (CREFC) and the NYU SPS Schack Institute of Real Estate. The certificate comprises eight (8) courses total: four (4) foundational courses and four (4) electives. The courses are offered within the Schack Institute’s executive education programming. The foundational courses provide learners with critical ideas in real estate finance and economics. The elective courses assist learners in exploring the changing landscape of real estate. Those interested in exploring the certificate can review the individual detailed course descriptions, found below.
This certificate is offered to active CREFC members only. If you would like to become a CREFC member, please visit the CREFC website to learn more about how to join. Membership status must be vetted through CREFC before registering for these courses.
For questions about the certificate, email the NYU SPS Schack Institute of Real Estate at schack.crefc@nyu.edu.
Sign up today, as this credential is the beginning to the next phase of your professional career!
Take the next step in your commercial real estate finance career
Format
Requirements
8 Courses
Estimated Total Certificate Cost
$4,417-5,048*
*Based on course prices for AY 24-25, subject to change.
Why This Certificate?
What You'll Study
FOUR REQUIRED COURSES
ELECTIVES (CHOOSE 4 OUT OF 6 COURSES)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Certificate Specifics
I am not a member of CREFC, can I still complete the certificate?
The Commercial Real Estate Finance Certificate and its courses are only open to members of CREFC. If your company is a member of CREFC, you are automatically a member.
How do I know if I’m a member of CREFC?
If the company you work for is a member of CREFC, you are automatically a member. As part of the registration process, NYU will vet your membership status. Please reach out to schack.crefc@nyu.edu if you need to confirm your membership.
I heard that I can have one free course! How do I choose which one is free?
We offer a complementary course for CREFC members called Big Ideas. That is the only complementary course we offer.
What is the 'Big Ideas' course?
Each fall and spring semester, we offer a course that discusses a hot topic in the commercial real estate world.
Can I use the 'Big Ideas' course toward an elective?
You can only apply one Big Ideas course toward the required electives and you must receive a letter grade for the course.
How do I sign up for the 'Big Ideas' course?
You will receive an email from CREFC with information on the Big Ideas course and how to sign up for it. It is typically a form to complete.
Can I take multiple 'Big Ideas' courses since different topics are discussed?
You can only apply one Big Ideas course toward the required electives and you must receive a letter grade for the course. However, you can take the course every semester as an auditor.
Further questions?
If you have additional questions regarding this certifcate, contact schack.crefc@nyu.edu.
General Certificate FAQ
Do I need to declare candidacy for a certificate before taking my courses?
It’s preferable if you do, but you can still declare candidacy even after taking a course. Declaring candidacy does not commit you to completing it, but you will receive a 10% discount on future NYU SPS continuing education courses.
Can I apply my 10% discount on courses I’ve already taken?
Assuming the course is part of the certificate, yes, but only if the course was taken within an acceptable time frame. The academic department gives students a specific amount of time to complete a certificate. The start date would be adjusted to the first class to which we applied the discount.
Do I get a digital badge for my certificate?
Yes, if a student declares candidacy for a certificate and achieves an average overall grade of B or higher in courses counting toward the certificate, they will be awarded a certificate badge upon completion, which will be shareable on their resume and LinkedIn profile.
Do we get financial aid for these courses?
No, continuing education courses and certificates do not qualify for financial aid.
Can this course be applied to a degree?
Most continuing education programs do not count as credit toward a degree.
More questions about certificates, courses, or registration?
Please contact sps.info@nyu.edu.
