Retail Real Estate – Advanced Course

Welcome to the “Advanced Level: Mastering the Field” course in Retail Real Estate. Designed for professionals who have a firm grasp of the basics and are ready to delve deeper, this course aims to refine your expertise and broaden your strategic perspective in this dynamic sector. Throughout this advanced program, we will explore sophisticated investment strategies, tackle complex development and redevelopment projects, and navigate intricate negotiations and deal structuring. We’ll also dive into innovative retail concepts, advanced analytics, and emerging trends in urban planning and retail ecosystems. This course will equip you with the insights and tools necessary to lead, innovate, and make impactful decisions in the fast-evolving world of retail real estate. Prepare to engage with challenging content, case studies, and industry-leading practices that will elevate your understanding and position you as a key player in shaping the future of retail real estate.

Learning Objectives:

Understand the Core Principles of Retail Real Estate:

• Understanding Advanced Market Analysis:
  • Gain in-depth knowledge of complex market analysis techniques, including demographic studies, consumer behavior analysis, and economic trend evaluation.
  • Learn to apply predictive analytics and big data insights to forecast retail market trends and consumer preferences.
• Mastering Complex Lease Structuring and Negotiations:
  • Acquire skills to structure and negotiate intricate lease agreements, including percentage leases, triple net leases, and co-tenancy clauses.
  • Understand the implications of various lease terms and structures on both landlord and tenant relationships and profitability.
• Exploring Cutting-Edge Retail Formats and Technologies:
  • Explore innovative retail formats, including experiential, omni-channel, and mixed-use developments, and understand their impact on the retail real estate market.
  • Learn about the integration of advanced technologies like AR, VR, and AI in retail spaces and their influence on consumer engagement and sales.
• Developing Strategic Vision and Leadership:
  • Develop strategic thinking skills essential for leading retail real estate organizations through changing landscapes.
  • Understand the importance of visionary leadership in fostering innovation, sustainability, and adaptability in retail real estate.
• Insights into Sustainable Development Practices:
  • Understand the principles and practices of sustainable development in retail real estate, including green building practices and environmental stewardship.
  • Learn how sustainability can enhance property value, reduce operational costs, and meet evolving consumer expectations.
• Navigating Public-Private Partnerships and Stakeholder Management:
  • Gain knowledge about structuring and managing public-private partnerships, including risk sharing, investment strategies, and collaborative planning.
  • Learn effective stakeholder management strategies to balance and align diverse interests in retail real estate projects.
• Ethical Considerations and Data Privacy in Retail Real Estate:
  • Understand the ethical considerations and best practices in managing customer data privacy in the context of retail real estate.
  • Learn to navigate the legal and ethical challenges in collecting, analyzing, and utilizing consumer data for retail strategy.
• Adapting to Global Market Dynamics:
  • Acquire skills to adapt retail real estate strategies to global market changes, including economic fluctuations and international trends.
  • Learn about the global impact on local retail real estate markets and strategies for international expansion and diversification.

Instructor:

Matthew Ody, GSI, CNE®; Real Estate Instructor/Tutor/Coach/Course Designer

Contact Instructor: [email protected]

Course Information:

Estimated time to complete course: 1 hour

Final Exam: The final exam is comprised of multiple choice questions and answers and provides correct/incorrect feedback. To advance to your completion certificate, all questions must be answered. Once you have successfully passed the course exam, you will be directed through the process to receive your certificate.