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This short course encourages you to look across your organisation, at your place within it and the value you create. It considers how getting different perspectives and widening existing ones within your organisation can enhance commercial awareness.

Learn Misha’s hip-hop choreography that is featured in a commercial-style music video. From start to finish, check out the process of rehearsing in the studio to executing a camera-ready performance!

The course “Commercial law” is a core course in both the LLB and BA.LLB programmes. In these programmes, this course is taught over a period of 3 semesters.However, this online course seeks to present the gist of the laws relating to Business in a lucid and a concise manner. The course is specially designed to supplement and enhance the understanding of students about various aspects of Business Law.

Commercial Mortgages Course Overview This Commercial Mortgages course explores the elements determining loan details for income-producing investment properties. Commercial mortgages are used to fund real estate investment ventures. They are important for any credit analyst who wishes to understand issues relevant to real estate financing or would like to specialize in the real estate sector. In this course, we examine key metrics of the real estate lending process and dive into the key underwriting parameters for commercial mortgages. We also work through a realistic client example to understand the inner workings of a commercial mortgage deal. In this case study, we examine a rent roll analysis, risk rating, and the pricing of the loan. Commercial Mortgages Learning Objectives Upon completing this course, you will be able to: Examine key property valuation metrics like net operating income (NOI) and capitalization rates, and understand how they relate to the credit analysis processReview key property parameters and how they inform the underwriting processWork through an example property to see the end-to-end underwriting processUnderstand how key variables drive loan amount, risk rating, credit terms, and mortgage pricing Who should take this course? This Commercial Mortgages course is designed for current and aspiring commercial banking professionals in the real estate industry. This course is also a great resource for real estate analysts and commercial mortgage brokers who wish to better understand the real estate underwriting process. This course provides a valuable perspective on a real estate lender’s considerations when structuring a commercial mortgage deal which is vital for lenders, brokers, and advisors.

This course equips learners to identify the complexities of the business world, focusing on essential skills and knowledge for strategic decision-making and planning. Throughout this course, learners will explore the fundamentals of business acumen, including financial literacy, market trend analysis, and navigating competitive landscapes, equipping themselves to analyze market trends, engage in competitive analysis, and apply strategic thinking in real-world scenarios. By the end of this course, learners will have a solid grasp of market dynamics and be able to apply this knowledge in real-world situations. This course is designed for Business Analysts, Sales Coordinators, Marketing Professionals, Entrepreneurs, Business Students, and Aspiring Business Leaders. Tailored to enhance their understanding and capabilities, the course covers driving sales strategies, developing marketing campaigns, analyzing business performance, and preparing for leadership. It offers valuable insights and practical tools for navigating the dynamic business landscape. Participants should have a basic understanding of business concepts and an interest in market dynamics, sales tactics, and business strategy. Willingness to learn and apply new concepts is crucial, as the course covers advanced topics requiring critical thinking and practical application. Prior knowledge will help in grasping the complex aspects more effectively. Upon completion of this course, learners will be able to evaluate business acumen components, focusing on decision-making, financial literacy, and market insights. They will synthesize market trends to understand competitive landscapes and formulate strategies to navigate business challenges. Additionally, participants will critique business strategies, ensuring alignment with economic and industry trends.

There are various economic factors and valuation principles that are used to value a property. Understanding the purpose, process, and principles of valuation in commercial property is essential when identifying investment or development opportunities. In this course, you'll learn about the different valuation methods and how to apply them to specific commercial property types.

Elevate commercial spaces with courses that blends creativity and precision. Master tools like Revit, SketchUp Pro, and Photoshop to design functional, visually striking environments. Develop the skills to create impactful designs that meet brand and operational goals.

Gain the skills to read construction blueprints for mixed-use commercial projects, including hotels, retail spaces, and parking structures, with an emphasis on interrelationships between drawings and how 3D models simplify construction documents.

Explore the future of commercial space stations in low-Earth orbit (LEO) and NASA's Commercial LEO Destinations Program in this comprehensive space forum featuring NSS Space Ambassadors. Gain insights into NASA's efforts to support the development of cost-effective and robust commercial human spaceflight economy. Learn about the four commercial partners involved in the program: Axiom, Blue Origin, NanoRacks, and Northrop Grumman. Delve into detailed presentations covering the NASA Commercial LEO Destinations Program, individual space station projects by each commercial partner, and participate in a question and answer session. Discover the next phase in opening space for development and settlement through this informative discussion led by experts in the field of space exploration and development.

Commercial property is a multifaceted and complex industry. Without a grasp of the landscape, it can be challenging to find worthwhile investment opportunities. In this course, you'll gain a detailed and big-picture understanding of the commercial property industry. Guided by experts, you'll explore types of commercial property, learn to deduce where future value lies, and who the key industry players are. Building on these specifics, you'll shift your focus to the macroeconomic factors that influence investment opportunities, as well as how the public sector can impact commercial property. You'll walk away with an understanding of the market, property behavior insights, and how to recognise opportunities.

Commercial Banking – Debt Modeling Course Overview This course covers the key components of building a debt model commonly used by commercial banks in assessing a borrower’s cash flows and performing covenant analysis. In this course, we will discuss the differences between operating finance (operating line of credit) and term lending (term loans). We will walk through the major components of a debt model, including the yearly debt schedules, covenant analysis, monthly operating line analysis, and a quick overview of a risk rating model. By the end of this course, you should be able to construct a fully-linked debt model which entails the cash flow forecast of a borrower, its debt capacity, the impact of cash sweep, and any early warning signs of a covenant breach. Commercial Banking – Debt Modeling Learning ObjectivesUpon completing this course, you will be able to:Differentiate between operating finance (operating line of credit) and term lending (term loans)Understand the benefits of using different types of credit facilitiesBuild a yearly-debt schedule laying out the different types of debt drawn, the interest expense, and the principal repaymentsPerform covenant analysis to identify early warning signs and possibilities of breachConstruct a monthly operating line analysis to determine the operating line drawn and the amount available based on marginingUnderstand how the amount of leverage could impact a company’s risk ratingWho should take this course? This Commercial Banking – Debt Modeling course is perfect for any aspiring credit analysts working in insurance, underwriting, rating agencies, commercial lending, corporate credit analysis, and other areas of credit evaluation. It is also a great elective course for anyone who would like to learn more about how commercial banks forecast the debt capacity and cash flows of borrowers.

Peek behind the scenes at the production of a real-world TV commercial. Learn what it takes to plan, shoot, and edit a public service announcement for broadcast and the web.

Explore the diverse commercial applications of artificial intelligence in this 18-minute conference talk from Collision Conference. Gain insights into how AI is revolutionizing various industries, including marketing, e-commerce, advertising, and fintech. Join speakers Babak Hodjat, Douglas Merrill, Rana el Kaliouby, and Natalie Monbiot as they discuss the practical implementations and benefits of AI technology across different business sectors. Discover how AI continues to prove its worth and shape the future of commerce.

ESG for Commercial Lenders Course OverviewThis ESG for Commercial Lenders Course looks at how ESG factors may influence risk assessments and credit decisions for private, small and middle-market commercial lenders. Environmental, social, and governance factors can affect a company’s ability to service debt obligations but are often either overlooked or misinterpreted. Further, many financial institutions face a disconnect between actions at the individual borrower level and the lender’s own ESG profile, including how to manage messaging to stakeholders. This course ensures that credit professionals will be equipped to understand the impact that sustainability practices, or a lack thereof, can have on a company’s risk profile and, ultimately, on a firm’s disclosure practices.ESG for Commercial Lenders looks at topics like how climate risks may affect business operations as well as its physical collateral, and how changes to a borrower’s reputation can impact its supply chain and its financial results. The course includes an interactive case study where we will have the opportunity to analyze a borrowing client and conduct downside sensitivity analysis in Excel using an ESG lens.ESG for Commercial Lenders Learning ObjectivesUpon completing this course, you will be able to:Explain why ESG risks should be a material consideration for commercial lendersDefine how financed emissions influence a lender’s own ESG disclosuresCalculate a borrower’s attribution factor using PCAF StandardsExplain systems thinking and how it relates to ESG integration & credit riskIntegrate ESG factors into a financial model and calculate adjusted financial ratios for an example borrowerIdentify trends and future strategies for incorporating ESG into credit risk analysisWho Should Take This Course?This ESG for Commercial Lenders Course is highly recommended for current and aspiring credit professionals, including relationship managers, credit analysts, and risk managers. Every company faces ESG challenges, so lenders must improve their understanding of and their implementation of ESG integration techniques in order to more holistically assess credit risk.

Careers in Commercial Banking course overview This Careers in Commercial Banking course offers a comprehensive overview of the different roles and opportunities available in the commercial banking industry. You will learn about each role’s function and responsibilities, as well as what a typical day-in-the-life looks like for each position. Additionally, you will gain practical and nuanced knowledge, as this course helps you identify role-fits based on the experience, technical skills, and personality traits responsible for driving success in each position. Lastly, the course empowers you with the information you need to ensure that your career research is focused and will be a valuable resource when preparing for the commercial banking recruiting process. After completing this course, you will have a better understanding of how a commercial bank is structured, as well as a real-world perspective of what the different roles in a commercial bank entail and the traits needed to succeed in each respective position. Careers in Commercial Banking learning objectives Upon completing this course, you will be able to: Discuss what a commercial bank does and the various components of the business.Compare the different roles in a commercial bank and the differences in their work, lifestyle, and function.Identify important characteristics of each role and how they participate in the origination and underwriting process.Explain how the different roles work together to achieve revenue growth while mitigating the risk of default and loan loss.Identify potential career paths based on experience, technical skills, and personality types. Who should take this course? This Careers in Commercial Banking course is designed for anyone interested in pursuing a career in banking. Whether you are about to start your first job search as a new graduate from an academic institution, or you are ready to transition careers paths after gaining professional experience in a different field, this course will help you develop a comprehensive understanding of the careers available to you and will serve as a valuable guide to anyone looking to learn more about the banking sector.

Learn to create a professional product commercial using Blender in this comprehensive live stream tutorial. Follow along as instructor Kenny Phases demonstrates the complete workflow for producing a polished commercial-style animation, covering essential techniques for product visualization, lighting, materials, and rendering. Master the fundamentals of commercial 3D animation while working with real-world assets from Polyhaven and CGTrader to create compelling product presentations. Discover industry-standard approaches to camera work, composition, and post-production effects that will elevate your 3D commercial projects to professional standards.

Comprehensive learning on the lifecycle of commercial transactions - drafting and executing drafts, contract management What you'll learn: Understanding of typical life-cycle of corporate transactionsLearn to draft watertight commercial contractsManaging breach and termination of contractsDrafting and negotiating alternative dispute resolution clausesEffective risk control measures to minimize legal exposure and avoid disputes In the past few years, we have not only seen the number and size of commercial transaction increasing but with such increase and rapidly changing environment, the complexity of such transactions have also been increasing. This has become all the more prevalent with events like the current pandemic of COVID-19 & lockdown that has mandated the lawyers to re-visit their understanding and skills of drafting commercial contracts. Since every business transaction is governed by contracts and agreements, it has become necessary that contracts be aligned with business requirements as well as with the changing environment. Negotiating and drafting commercial contracts has always been an indispensable part of any business transaction and forms the basic but a major part of an acquired skill set for law students and lawyers. Legal Professionals are required to be well versed with the drafting techniques and expertise to foresee the risk and handle it in the best interest of their organizations.This masterclass will introduce you to the lifecycle of typical commercial transactions followed by focused learning on drafting and analyzing critical provisions in commercial agreements and will guide you to improve your negotiating skills. This training will also train you to advise your client to reduce exposure and avoid litigation by being fully conversant with the knowledge, skills, and strategies in ensuring that the contracts are well negotiated, properly drafted, and managed. #getskilled #gethired #upskill

Our ICC commercial building inspector online course is the best way to prepare for your B-2 exam certification. It covers not only construction regulations and up-to-date commercial code specifics, but also detailed advice on starting and operating a commercial inspection business.Important Notes: Students must be over 22Must have at least 4 years of construction experience to sit for the test (California Regulated)For shipping fee option on materials, please reach out to [email protected].

The Comprehensive Beginner's Guide to Multifamily, Industrial, Retail, and Office Real Estate Investing What you'll learn: The foundational concepts necessary to analyze commercial real estate investment opportunitiesThe key return metrics institutional investors use to evaluate dealsHow equity and debt are used to capitalize a commercial real estate transaction (and the pros and cons of each capital source)The key commercial real estate loan and lease terms that impact commercial property investment performance Want to break intocommercial real estate, but not sure where to start?Built by an instructor with over $1.5 billion of commercial real estate transaction experience, this course blends the core, foundational concepts of commercial real estate investment analysis with hands-on, practical application using Excel exercises, sample deal scenarios, and pre-built CREinvestment analysis templates.This course is for you if you're looking to:Land ajob in the commercial real estate industry-CRE can be an incredibly lucrative business, and this course will provide you with the investment analysis frameworks used by the largest institutions and private equity firms in the business.Make your own commercial real estate investments - This course will walk you through the underwriting and valuation process used to value multifamily, industrial, retail, and office property acquisitions.Invest as a passive, limited partner in a commercial real estate syndication or fund -This course walks through core commercial real estate investment analysis topics, including commercial leasing, loan sizing, key return metrics, the effects of leverage, and how different JVequity waterfall structures can impact investment performance.This course includesgraduate-level content that's taught every year in top universities across the globe, practically applied to real-life investment scenarios you might come across in the commercial real estate industry.Here's what some of our students have had to say after taking the course:★★★★★ "Awesome class. Engaging & real life application. Examples are well thought out and leave you wanting to learn more. On to the next 2 classes by Justin! Great teacher."★★★★★ "This course is PERFECT. It covers everything you need to know about CRE and it is organized in a very clean and logical way. Mr. Kivel makes you understand the subject of the course easily, it is almost magic! Thank you, this is the most useful course I've done so far."★★★★★ "This course is spot on! With almost no commercial real estate background, I really needed a deep dive into this topic that was easy to understand and absorb and this course delivered. I'm really impressed by the models and the instructor's depth of knowledge and clarity of explanations.Looking forward to his future courses!" If you're looking to start your career in commercial real estate, make your own CRE investments, or invest in commercial real estate as a passive, limited partner, you've come to the right place.Looking forward to seeing you in class!

Pricing strategies and structuring of project financials. What you'll learn: Pricing strategies and negotiation skillsPricing Analysis with cash flow metricsPrice to Win determination and analysisRevenue recognition and cost accountingCommercial Terms & ConditionsNegotiation Skills and how to overcome commonly faced challengesStructuring of financials, pro-forma financials including cash flow The course is intended for finance and non-finance professionals who would like to understand how to price a technology project during pursuit cycle. The course starts with explaining my background experience followed by basic concepts of margin and price calculation. Then the course starts the pricing process flow explaining the mode of communication from customer, process of costing and how costing is used in various scenarios to arrive at price. We will cover various types of cost and difference among them and the importance of automated costing and pricing tool. This will be followed by specialist topics like special cost factors. The course also covers some very interesting topics e.g. price towin which is the most important topic as winning new project is all that matters when we are working on a new pursuit, terms & conditions and how to negotiate with customers, how to prepare pro forma profit & loss account and cash flow of the project, various cash flow metrics, revenue and cost recognition and various revenue positions taken by different companies. I will also share my rich experience on how to overcome some commonly encountered challenges during the pursuit cycle. All in all, this is a very comprehensive course for you to deep dive in various aspects of being a pricing consultant.