Through the CERTIFIED REAL ASSETS ANALYST™ credential, RPII is bridging the gap between academic theory and real-world practice and is preparing the next generation of real assets industry leaders. Discover why pursuing CRAA® certification is essential for anyone interested in income-producing real assets, including real estate, infrastructure, agriculture, and timberland.
Over the past half-century, the real assets industry has undergone a profound transformative evolution. As a result, the demand for passionate and knowledgeable practitioners and entrepreneurs has never been higher. The CRAA® Program allows you to demonstrate your expertise in real assets, your commitment to ethical practices, and your dedication to continuous improvement through lifelong learning.
Market: Americas
Market: Europe, Middle East,
and Africa (EMEA)
Market: Asia–Pacific (APAC)
The CERTIFIED REAL ASSETS ANALYST™ designation sets a voluntary standard of advanced expertise, practical competency, and professionalism in the real assets industry. CRAA® certification can be obtained by any professional who successfully satisfies all certification criteria outlined under our CRAA® Program. Through this process, CRAA® certificants demonstrate their knowledge of income-producing real assets — real estate, infrastructure, timberland, and agriculture — by successfully passing the CRAA® Exam. CRAA® certificants must also satisfy minimum educational and experience requirements and commit to upholding RPII's rigorous ethical standards governing professional conduct in the real assets industry.
CRAA® certification is an ideal choice for individuals looking to excel in the dynamic world of tangible assets and real estate. Professionals eager to enhance their expertise, advance their careers, and establish themselves as credible experts in the real assets industry will find significant value in the CRAA® Program. Whether you are an aspiring real estate investor, an asset manager, or someone interested in advising clients on real asset portfolios, the CRAA® designation equips you with a diverse skill set and in-depth knowledge to navigate the evolving marketplace.
-Blake Eagle
Founder, National Council of Real Estate Investment Fiduciaries (NCREIF) & Former Chairman, MIT Center for Real Estate
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