Managing commercial properties and facilities requires a working knowledge of all aspects of building systems, maintenance, and repair. In this course, explore building infrastructure and staffing, budgets, contract services, electrical distribution, lighting, fire protection, energy management/sustainability, and emergency management. Additional topics include vertical transportation; heating, ventilation and air-conditioning; boilers; plumbing; security; computerized maintenance management systems; and environmental health and safety.


For general information about this course, please call 212-992-3336 or email sps.realestate@nyu.edu.

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Continuing Education Units (CEU) : 3

You'll walk away with

• The ability to create an operations audit that demonstrates routine, compliance, and an understanding of preventive maintenance and best practice schedules
• Knowledge of the request for proposal (RFP) process and the proper way to bid and negotiate vendor contracts
• Familiarity with the basic principles of the refrigeration cycle and aspects of HVAC systems
• An understanding of third-party versus in-house maintenance projects

Ideal for

• Commercial property managers
• Real estate owners
• Asset managers
• Building managers