Professional Certification
BOMI Institute has implemented a new testing procedure. The test for each course will be given at a designated testing center. This will require a $60.00 fee to be collected by the BOMA local and passed on to the Institute. BOMA San Francisco will not raise it’s base price for the courses but the course prices now include the new fee.
Since courses will not include a test, most will be three days instead of four. If a course requires more classroom time, that information will be on the web site and in any promotion for the course.
Sep 10 to Oct 08 —Foundations of Real Estate Management
Module 1 - Sept.10, 2010 - 650 California Street Conference Center Module 2 - Sept.17, 2010 - 650 California Street Conference Center Module 3 - Sept. 24, 2010 - 650 California Street Conference Center Module 4 - Oct. 01, 2010 - 650 California Street Conference Center Module 5 - Oct. 08, 2010 - Embarcadero Center
09:00 a.m.
- 4:00 p.m.
Speaker: Module 1 Tawni Sullivan, RPA, Vice President, CAC Real Estate Management Company Module 2 Thomas Gille, RPA, COO, CAC Real Estate Management Company Module 3 Sarah MacIntyre, RPA, LEED AP, General Manager, Wilson Meany Sullivan Module 4 Jose Guevara, LEED AP, Property Manager, Cushman & Wakefield Module 5 Zanne Clark, MBA, RPA, Principal, Zanne Clark & Company
Members: $600.00, Non-members: $750.00
The industry has spoken and BOMA has answered. The demand for practical, core commercial real estate management education for entry-level and up-and-coming property professionals is hotter than ever. BOMA International is meeting this demand with the delivery of Foundations of Real Estate Management, a comprehensive introduction course to commercial real estate. The program covers topics in the areas of administration and management, building systems and operations, accounting and reporting, and contract administration. The course is ideal for all property management professionals with less than five years experience, such as junior and assistant property managers and administrative personnel. Building engineers and supplier members can also benefit from the course and gain a better understanding of real estate management functions and issues. The course seamlessly integrates the broad range of topics that are essential for all property managers. For this reason, seasoned real estate professionals have also found the program to be a helpful refresher. The 28-hour curriculum is divided into the following five modules:
• Real Estate Administration
• The Well-Versed Real Estate Manager
• Building Operations I
• Building Operations II
• Putting It All Together
The first module, “Real Estate Administration,” addresses the most important aspects of property management. In this module, students will learn about the roles and responsibilities of a property manager; adding value to a real estate investment; strategies for tenant satisfaction; contracting with vendors and suppliers and managing supplier agreements; property characteristics and leasing and marketing strategies; and managing risk and understanding commercial insurance coverages.
Module 2, “The Well-Versed Property Manager,” delves into more complex issues. In this module, students will learn how to develop effective emergency and disaster preparedness plans and programs; how to manage tenant improvements and capital projects; budgeting, accounting, and business plan development; methods for recovering operating expenses; the due diligence process for buying and selling real estate; and understand OSHA safety requirements, indoor air quality issues, and EPA requirements.
Modules 3 and 4, “Building Operations I and II,” respectively, concentrate on the critical aspects of understanding and managing building operations and systems. Students will learn how HVAC and plumbing systems work; how electricity flows through a building and the various levels of power; work order systems and best practices for managing service calls; types and operations of fire alarm and control systems; reactive vs. preventive vs. predictive maintenance of building facilities and systems; elevator and escalator systems and operations; roofing systems; managing solid waste and recycling; and managing cleaning services and contracts.
The final module, “Putting It All Together,” rounds out the course. Students will learn successful approaches to pest management; types of parking structures and parking management; assuring secure and safe buildings; and understanding and managing landscaping tasks and snow removal. There’s also ample time to meet local BOMA leaders, learn about other BOMA programs and services, and discuss real estate career opportunities. Building tours are included in each module to reinforce learning. These tours provide participants with a unique opportunity to learn real-world professional management approaches by touring best-in-class examples of properties in the area. For example, students will have the opportunity to meet with the building engineer; see the building’s fire pump, chiller, elevator, and other systems; walk out on the roof; perform a janitorial inspection; learn about the building’s recycling program; and more. This chance to interact with colleagues and discover new resources in a variety of settings is a learning opportunity rarely available in other educational courses.
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Oct 20 to Oct 22 —Leasing & Marketing
44 Montgomery Street, Lower Level Conference Center
08:00 a.m.
- 05:00 p.m.
Speaker: Paul Richards, RPA, CPM is director of Property Management for Wilson Meany Sullivan based in San Francisco. Paul is a licensed California Real Estate Broker and was the first to achieve BOMI’s Real Property Administrator (RPA) designation in the state of California. He is past president of both BOMA San Francisco and the San Francisco Institute of Real Estate Management, was a founding member of BOMA California and was Pacific Southwest Regional Director and Vice President which included 4years of service on the Board of Directors of BOMA International. His industry experience spans 30 years and includes serving as Group Manager/SVP for Shorenstein Realty Services; Managing Director/Asset Services CB Richard Ellis; Senior VP and Regional Manager for Voit-Transwestern Commercial Services; EVP/Western Region for Tishman West Companies and Balcor.
Members: $1010.00, Non-members: $1110.00
Leasing and Marketing for Property Managers Predicting future opportunities for the property manager is a challenge. In this course, you will gain the skills needed to successfully lease and market building space under favorable as well as adverse economic conditions. You will learn to conduct targeted market surveys and to develop a marketing plan that will please both the owner and the tenant. Leasing and marketing are also approached in-depth from legal and ethical angles, as well as from a financial standpoint. This course, which includes current, reliable resources, such as relevant Web sites, can help you stay on top of today's marketplace. Major topics covered in this course: Market analysis, survey conditions, and planning Ownership and investment Renewal and tenant satisfaction The leasing plan, including lease negotiations Public relations and advertising Tenant prospecting and space allowance You will take away these key concepts and skills: Guidance in charting and rating comparative properties in your market Advertising, wise media buying, and public relations savvy Strategies and development of parameters to help you lease space effectively Guidelines for identifying prospective tenants and making them aware of how your building suits their needs ACE credit recommendation: 2 semester hours, lower or upper division baccalaureate, in Property Management, Real Estate, or Marketing
Directions:
Located on Montgomery Street at Sutter Street. There is an entrance directly into the 44 Montgomery Street Lower Level Conference Center from the Montgomery Street Bart Station.
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