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Certified International Property Specialist Designation (CIPS)

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The global real estate market is teeming with opportunities. The US, for instance, is witnessing a surge of highly skilled immigrants from around the world in search of the next gig. Likewise, many Americans travel to other parts of the world seeking new business frontiers. The CIPS designation provides you with the expertise, research, network, and tools necessary to grow your business internationally, regardless of your target market.

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Course includes

40 hours
All Levels

Starting from
AED 3,200

without VAT

Overview

Benefits of Becoming a CIPS Designee

Becoming a CIPS designee gives you exclusive access to several business-enhancing products and services. In addition to joining the CIPS network and using the prestigious and internationally recognized CIPS logo and brand, you will also receive:

In their Words: Hear from our Designees
Marketing Tools
Global Perspectives Print Newsletter
Networking
Existing CIPS Designees: Global Marketing Center

You must complete 2 core and 3 elective courses to earn your CIPS designation. Then, you are going to submit your designation application demonstrating 100 points of international experience.

Modules

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Global Real Estate: Local Markets

The goal of the ‘Global Real Estate: Local Markets’ course is to provide awareness and understanding of how the global economy impacts local real estate markets, and to prepare real estate professionals to serve international clients as well as customers in their local markets.

The Business of US Real Estate

This course provides the tools and concepts real estate professionals need to serve clients and customers in the global real estate market. Understand the social, political, geographical, and cultural characteristics of the U.S. to better comprehend how the real estate market functions. Finally, you will gain the tools needed to adapt to the standards, customs, and cultural norms of the U.S. real estate industry that will enable you to achieve success.

Asia/Pacific & International Real Estate

This course introduces real estate professionals to the basic skills and knowledge necessary to facilitate international transactions with clients from Asia. The course benefits both experienced real estate professionals as well as those just getting started.

Europe & International Real Estate

This course provides you with the tools and concepts real estate professionals need to serve clients and customers in the global real estate market. You will learn how to identify important laws, cultural norms, and geographic factors of various European markets that will help you facilitate successful real estate transactions. You will also assess opportunities in the European real estate markets by understanding the history of specific regions, investment patterns, and real estate trends. Finally, you will learn ways to gain additional information and develop a professional network to enhance an international business with European clients and properties.

At Home with Diversity (AHWD)

This course teaches real estate professionals how to increase their adaptability to future market trends. It addresses issues of diversity, fair housing, and cultural differences. Participants will learn practical skills and tools to expand their business and effectively service all cultural groups.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to apply for an International NAR Membership

To apply for your NAR membership, follow the steps below:

Visit the International NAR Membership page here.
Click “Join NAR”
Fill out the form and complete the payment process for the International NAR Membership fees, which are USD 75.
Once your membership has been confirmed, your membership kit will be delivered to you via US Postal Mail within 6-8 weeks.

Renewing your International NAR Membership

To continue to benefit from your International NAR Membership, including access to the NAR network and many other perks, you will have to pay a yearly fee of USD 220. Here’s how to do it.

Visit the International NAR Membership page here.
Click “Pay International REALTOR® Member Dues”
Log in with your username and password.
Follow the membership renewal process and complete the payment process.

What is the cost for International REALTORS®?

The one-time application fee is USD 75, and the annual renewal fee is USD 220.

Your application must be accompanied by the payment for your application fee. Payments are accepted in the form of an authorized credit card payment. Payments by credit card should be made through the NAR E-commerce System: www.nar.realtor/intlcipsapp.

Do I have to take a test?

At the end of each online class, you will take a test covering the course content for a total of five tests. Each test must be passed with 70% or more of the questions answered correctly. There are no additional tests required to earn your CIPS designation.

How do I get the CIPS designation?

To successfully receive your CIPS designation, you need to consider the following:

- - - Complete your CIPS designation through ThinkProp in parallel with applying for the International NAR Membership, as explained above.
    - Once you have completed your designation training, ThinkProp will verify your membership with NAR, and you will be granted the CIPS designation accordingly.