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FIABCI International Real Estate Consultant (FIREC) Program

Today’s global property marketplace is crowded and complex. To develop a solid, competitive advantage, professionals need to understand multinational investors criteria and develop cross- border skills and analytical tools. The FIABCI International Real Estate Consultant (FIREC) designation is a professional education and development program dedicated to improving practitioners’ skills, expertise and ability to meet current and future market demand.

Course includes

20 hours
Intermediate

Starting from
AED 2,999

without VAT

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Earning the FIREC designation will help boost opportunities and earning potential. The FIREC designation expands your business network, increases your knowledge base, positions you for advancement in the industry and demonstrates professional commitment.

While many have market knowledge of buying and selling between two different countries, this program prepares you to participate at the global investor level where portfolio managers are moving billions in capital seeking to price risk, analyze potential returns and gain trusted partners with a wide network of contacts that can support constantly changing investment cycles.

Terms and Conditions

The price includes the training
Course Attendance is mandatory
A Certificate of Attendance will be issued electronically upon completion of the training
To receive the official FIREC certification from FIABCI, you need to be an existing FIABCI member

Modules

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Global Real Estate Perspectives

This course presents an overview of the cultural, economic, and market knowledge necessary to establish a global real estate practice. International buyer, owner, user & investor motivations are covered. Topics include the basics of real estate law, valuation, finance, and market analysis as related to international markets. The main focus of the course is the importance of trusted and professional relationships with key market participants including clients, attorneys, bankers and government officials.

Investment Real Estate

This course covers how to understand, recognize and analyze cross-border real estate investment opportunities and determine the skills and resources needed to advise clients on completing a transaction. Topics include investor preferences and profiles; currency, area and value conversion; basic financial analysis; capital markets and real estate funds; legal, management and tax determinations; and developing an exit strategy to ensure that the client’s objectives are met in terms of gains, income, tax liabilities and net proceeds after sale.

Real Estate Finance & Valuation

This course covers the fundamentals of income property finance and investment analysis. Cash flows and when they occur are critical to understanding any real estate investment. These cash flows include the equity needed to purchase the property (initial investment), the periodic cash flows the property generates after expenses (net operating income or NOI), and the amount of cash at sale (the reversion). Topics in the course include cash flow analysis, NOI, tax liability, capitalization rates, internal rate of return, global lending and mortgages, and the appraisal process.

Negotiation & Multi-cultural Dialogue

The decision making process is a part of human nature. Understanding yourself and the other participants in the transaction is the foundation to building an even more successful personal life and real estate practice. In the era of continuing globalization, the ability to listen, understand, think and develop negotiating skills are crucial to closing deals and client satisfaction. This course covers the basics of negotiation, human relations, key elements of an agreement, and tips on successful negotiation.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I access the training materials and resources?

Once you enroll in the online training program, you will receive instructions on how to access the learning platform. The course materials and resources will be available within the platform for you to view, download, and interact with.

How to become a FIABCI member?

To become a member, download the registration form here along with a copy of your Emirates ID (for UAE Resident)/ Passport (for non-UAE resident) and send it to [email protected] . After sending the form, you will be contacted by FIABCI for payment. As a ThinkProp member, you are eligible to 20 percent off on FIABCI memberships.

How do I access the online course?

Once you have enrolled, you will receive an email with your login details. To access the course, please log in to Thinkprop.ae and navigate to the dashboard. The dashboard will show a list of available courses and their dates and times. Choose the session you wish to attend and click on the provided link to join the online Zoom session.

What happens if I am not able attend the course?

If you cannot attend the course, you must notify us seven days before the course starts. We will then be able to credit the total amount via a coupon code which can be redeemed for the same course or other courses we offer. These coupons expire twelve months from the date of issue. Unused coupons do not roll over and are non-transferable, non-creditable, and non-refundable.

Do I need any experience to take this course?

No, you can take this course even if you are not experienced in the real estate industry. Our courses are designed to help you understand real estate processes and the roles of the different professions.