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Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
IF3213 Real Estate Finance Spring 3 0 3 6
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Dr. Öğr. Üyesi BAHAR KÖSEOĞLU
Course Lecturer(s): Prof. Dr. ASLI YÜKSEL
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: This course deals with the central issues in real estate finance and investment. Typical policies and procedures used in financing of residential, industrial, and commercial properties are discussed. When the students successfully completed this course, they should be able to understand many aspects of residential real estate, such as the process by which capital investments are made in real property, and to assess some of the issues facing the real estate finance and investment community.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
I. Learns types of mortgages used in real estate financing
II. Calculates cost of loan to the borrower
III. Learns how payment structure of a loan changes as economic environment changes
IV. Calculates risk and return of investments in real estate
V. Compares different financing alternatives for residential properties
VI. Analyses homeownership as an alternative to renting.
VII. Learns underwriting process
VIII. Calculates value of the income properties
IX. Applies financial analysis techniques within a real life environment

Course Content

real estate financing, mortgages, risk and return of investments in real estate, underwriting process,

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) The Interest Rate Factor in Financing To read the related chapter in the text book
2) Fixed Rate Mortgage Loans To read the related chapter in the text book
3) Adjustable Rate Mortgages To read the related chapter in the text book
4) Adjustable Rate Mortgages To read the related chapter in the text book
5) Residential Financial Analysis To read the related chapter in the text book
6) Review To read the text book and lecture notes for the exam
7) Single Family Housing To read the related chapter in the text book
8) Underwriting and Financing Residential Properties To read the related chapter in the text book
9) Introduction to Commercial Property Markets To read the related chapter in the text book
10) Real Estate Valuation To read the related chapter in the text book
11) Real Estate Valuation To read the related chapter in the text book
12) Review To read the text book and lecture notes for the exam
13) Investment Analysis To read the related chapter in the text book
14) Financial Leverage and Financing Alternatives To read the related chapter in the text book

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Textbook / Required Material
Brueggeman, William B. and Jeffrey D. Fisher. 2008. Real Estate Finance and Investments. McGraw Hill/Irwin, Thirteenth Edition.
References: None

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Midterms 2 % 60
Final 1 % 40
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Workload
Course Hours 15 41
Study Hours Out of Class 15 50
Midterms 2 3
Final 1 2
Total Workload 96

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and computer engineering; the ability to use theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems.
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. 2
3) Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. 3
4) Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in computer engineering applications; ability to use information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the study of complex engineering problems or computer engineering research topics. 3
6) Ability to work effectively within and multi-disciplinary teams; individual study skills. 2
7) Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written Turkish; knowledge of at least one foreign language; ability to write active reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8) Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology and to renew continuously.
9) To act in accordance with ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility; information on the standards used in engineering applications.
10) Information on business practices such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; information about sustainable development.
11) Knowledge of the effects of engineering practices on health, environment and safety in the universal and social scale and the problems of the era reflected in engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.