Handbook

This course provides insight into property investment and ?nance in Australia and internationally. It introduces the concept of property investment and finance concepts. It explores the unique features of income-producing property, property development and examines the performance of these properties through the application of a variety of investment techniques. Students critically review equity and debt ?nancing and examine the ?nancing alternatives available, as well as methods for evaluating these alternatives. In addition, students gain both a theoretical and an applied understanding of basic accounting principles this course. The role of real estate in a capital market is also examined through a portfolio analysis. The contemporary issues (e.g. sustainability in property investment, macro economic impacts and real estate legal implications) are also addressed. This enables students to develop a high level of knowledge of the workings of modern-day real estate capital markets.