Syllabus

FCPM 235 “INTRODUCTION TO RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT”

SPRING 2014 TUESDAY/THURSDAY 2:00PM-3:15PM AT 214

DESCRIPTION: An introduction to professional practices in residential property management. Identification of and exposure to career opportunities in the field.

INSTRUCTOR: Dr. Carla Earhart, Professor and Academic Adviser, Residential Property Management Program

Family & Consumer Sciences Dept., AT 150B, office hours as posted;

765-285-5931 (dept), 765-285-3707 (office), 765-285-2314 (fax), email:cearhart@bsu.edu

TEXTBOOKS: Kelley, E.N. (2009). Practical apartment management. Chicago: Institute of Real Estate

Management. (ISBN 978-1572031418)

Lectures will also cover some topics not found in readings. Frequently check Blackboard for handouts, announcements, other course materials, or changes to the course schedule.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

Following successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:

* define personal career objectives through the examination of professional opportunities, qualifications, designations, and organizations associated with the residential property management profession.

* list the goals of various types of property ownership.

* list the categories and characteristics of typical renters.

* explain the use of policies in the property management industry.

* evaluate the design and visual preparation of multi-family properties.

* evaluate marketing strategies in property management.

* identify basic procedures in the maintenance of residential property.

* identify basic procedures in the financial administration of residential property.

* list strategies for improving resident relations and resident retention.

COURSE POLICIES

Attendance: Students are expected to attend and participate in each class session. Attendance records will be kept, but will not be used in calculating your grade. However,...