Real Estate Institute Professional Certificates

The open-enrollment professional certificate programs offered by the Fordham Real Estate Institute (REI) are designed to help current and up-and-coming industry professionals move to the next level in their careers. These industry-recognized courses deliver practical, professional skills and knowledge in a short period of time.

$500 Tuition Discount Available for Limited Time on Professional Certificates! (Not applicable to BOMI certificates)

Ready to Transfer Your Courses to Fordham REI? The Fordham REI accepts up to two noncredit courses completed at an accredited college or university towards a Fordham REI professional certificate. Prior approval from the REI department is required. For more information, call 212-636-7626 or email realestate@fordham.edu.

Businessman with a laptop — Real Estate Finance and Investment

This five-course certificate presents the specialized skills needed to evaluate income-producing properties, assess financing options, calculate investment returns, and ultimately, make informed real estate investment decisions.

Man and woman overseeing construction site — Real Estate Development

This four-course certificate examines the inter-disciplinary, high-stakes nature of real estate development and the mix of specialized analytical, financial, and organizational skills needed for successful project completion.

Woman with Arms Crossed Outside — Real Estate Property Management

This four-course certificate presents the core competencies and specialized skills to manage and optimize day-to-day operations, perform long-term planning consistent with ownership goals, and ultimately, maximize the value of income-producing multifamily, office and mixed-use properties.

Woman in suit smiling — New York Real Estate Salesperson's Licensing Course

This NY State-approved course enables students to complete the mandatory 75-hour curriculum entirely online in order to confidently prepare for their New York state exam and real estate practice. Online course with a Fordham REI instructor.

Man with tie wearing a construction worker hat — Construction Project Management

This five-course certificate presents the core competencies and specialized skills needed to professionally plan, manage, and deliver quality construction projects on time, within budget, and ultimately, with high client satisfaction.

Construction worker directing crane with construction material — Construction Methods and Materials

This four-course certificate examines the specialized drawings, plans and building materials and construction systems used in the manufacture of commercial real estate assets. Areas include core and shell, interiors and MEP systems.

Woman wearing safety vest and construction helmet — Facilities Management Certificate (FMC)

Offered in partnership with BOMI International, the certificate provides a comprehensive understanding of how to manage and maintain cost-effective facilities that operate at peak performance levels.

Man with construction hat testing building systems — Building Systems Maintenance Certificate (SMC)

Offered in partnership with BOMI International, the certificate provides an in-depth study of key building principles, including energy management, water treatment, HVAC, plumbing and building systems that work together to provide a comfortable indoor environment.

Rows of energy reading devices — Building Energy Certificate (BEC)

Offered in partnership with BOMI International, the certificate provides a comprehensive understanding of how to manage and maintain cost-effective facilities that operate at peak performance levels.