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Emerging Developers Program Course Schedule

This course schedule from Cohort 7 is representative of the courses presented in the Emerging Developers Program.

CourseCourse ObjectiveInstructorDate
Course OneReal Estate Development Process & Overview
Objective: To provide emerging developers with a foundational understanding of the real estate development process, emphasizing strategic planning, resource utilization, and a growth-oriented mindset for sustainable success.
Jerrod Delaine*September 8, 2025
Course TwoSmall Site Development & Ownership
Objective: To introduce emerging developers to the fundamentals of small site development and ownership, with a focus on project planning, financing strategies, legal considerations, and identifying local opportunities for sustainable growth.
Nikki Beasley*September 15, 2025
Course ThreePlacemaking – Visioning & Market Analysis
Objective: Guide participants in defining a clear project vision aligned with community needs and market realities and equip them with tools to analyze local market trends, demographics, and economic factors to support strong, informed development decisions.
Philip Patrick*September 22, 2025
Course FourSite Identification & Analysis
Objective: To equip emerging developers with the skills to identify, research, and evaluate potential development sites, focusing on regulatory requirements, environmental factors, and community context to support informed decision-making.
Johnathan Coates*September 29, 2025
Course FiveDeal Analysis & Acquisition
Objective: To help emerging developers evaluate real estate deals by understanding key metrics, deal structures, and acquisition processes, including due diligence, contracts, and financing strategies.
Justin Dawson*October 6, 2025
Course SixReal Estate Development Analysis
Objective: Equip participants with the skills to evaluate real estate development opportunities by understanding project feasibility, market analysis, financial modeling, and risk assessment, so they can make informed decisions and confidently move projects forward.
Justin Dawson*October 20, 2025
Course SevenEntitlements – Agency Approvals for Your Site
Objective: To guide emerging developers through the entitlements process by building knowledge of agency approvals, zoning regulations, and stakeholder engagement necessary to move a development project forward.
Justin Dawson*October 27, 2025
Course EightFinancial Analysis – The Capital Stack
Objective: To help emerging developers understand organizational finance fundamentals and effectively negotiate with capital investors by learning key financial terms, deal structures, and investor relationship strategies.
Jerrod Delaine*November 3, 2025
Course NineAlternative Financing + Traditional Financing
Objective: To introduce emerging developers to a range of traditional and alternative financing options, helping them understand funding sources, eligibility, and strategies for structuring successful real estate deals.
Pastor LJ Jennings*November 10, 2025
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