Transforming Digital Education Together
By leveraging the unmatched reputation, expertise, and talents of our esteemed academics and course contributors, the Foundation offers valuable partnerships with real estate and finance departments, higher education institutes, and innovative organizations. Our goal is to advance our mission and broaden access to premier real assets educational opportunities.
Real estate and real assets represent emerging fields of academic study, standing in contrast to long-established asset classes like stocks and bonds. Graduate programs in real estate, such as those at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Columbia University, and The University of Texas at Austin, have been developed within the past few decades. This is notably recent compared to the first graduate business programs, which have been around for over a century.
As real estate has rapidly evolved into a recognized asset class and profession, specialized degree programs have emerged at a select group of universities worldwide. However, many of these programs face limitations due to constrained faculty and resources, often focusing narrowly on specific segments of the broader real assets field.
We aim to address these limitations by expanding and enriching real assets education. Our goal is to support the development of comprehensive programs that reflect the full spectrum of real estate and real assets, better equipping students for the evolving demands of the industry.
We invite academic institutions and innovative organizations to join us in this mission, working together to enrich real assets education and drive progress in this exciting field.
With a selection of both pre-designed and custom courses, our partners have the opportunity to amplify and diversify their real assets programs. These offerings not only enhance professional development opportunities but also contribute to cultivating the next generation of thought leaders and industry experts.
Even institutions without existing real estate or real assets programs can benefit. Our introductory courses provide a solid foundation for students interested in real assets, supporting student engagement and retention.
For over 50 years, the Foundation and its affiliate nonprofits have been at the forefront of real assets and land use research and education. Our Course Library reflects our commitment to a student-centered approach, driven by the belief that increased access to quality education and professional growth opportunities fosters a more diverse and inclusive real assets community. By partnering with us, your institution demonstrates a shared commitment to these values and inspires similar dedication in your students.
All courses offered by the Foundation are available online, allowing for a fully asynchronous learning experience or integration with live university instruction. Designed to be completed at the learner's own pace, our courses are ideal for students balancing academic, work, and personal responsibilities.
Understanding that financial barriers can hinder access to advanced education, our courses are priced with affordability in mind. Bulk pricing options are also available, making it easier for institutions to provide high-quality education to a larger number of students. This approach ensures that learners from diverse backgrounds and experiences, regardless of geographic location, can benefit from our comprehensive educational offerings.
The Foundation’s Board of Advisors, composed of some of the most distinguished and prolific academics in the real assets field, plays a crucial role in shaping the rigorous educational standards that underpin our Course Library curricula. These esteemed experts help set the benchmarks for instructional quality and contribute to our mission of advancing excellence in real assets education.
By leveraging their extensive knowledge and experience, the Board ensures that our educational programs meet the highest standards, continually evolving to address the latest developments and needs within the real assets sector.
We welcome all opportunities for partnership and engagement that align with our mission and initiatives.
Please contact us at info@rpii.org.
