FIABCI-Singapore and The Singapore Institute of Surveyors and Valuers (SISV) are organising a two-day (eight-hour each day) course on global real estate and investment known as Global I and Global II. These two courses will provide the first step to enable participants to earn the FIREC designation.

The FIREC (FIABCI International Real Estate Consultant) designation is awarded to FIABCI members who have satisfied specific criteria based on education, business experience and participation in FIABCI global activities. Earning the prestigious FIREC designation means becoming part of an elite class of international real estate industry leaders who transact business on a global basis.

To obtain the FIREC designation, the candidate must successfully complete a total of 40 units cumulatively which include the required Global I (8 units) and Global II (8 units) to be conducted on 19 & 20 June 2016. The remaining 24 units comprise modules on Real Estate Financial Analysis (8 units), Real Estate Sale Negotiation (8 units) and Asean Property Market (8 units) will be held in the months of July and August 2016.

Who Should Attend
FIABCI members, valuation professionals, brokers and estate agents, tax audit and accounting services practitioners, mergers and acquisition consultants, investment and financial analysts, investment bankers, financial advisers, business advisors, asset trustees and managers, investors and developers etc

Global I – Global Real Estate Perspectives

This course presents an overview of the economic, cultural, and geographic issues impacting on real estate in major countries and regions around the world, and provides market knowledge necessary to establish a global real estate practice. International buyer, owner, user & investor motivations are covered as well as the FIABCI International Code of Ethics. Topics include the basics of real estate law, valuation, finance, and market analysis as related to international markets.

Global II – Investment Real Estate

This course covers how to understand, recognize and analyze cross-border real estate investment opportunities and determine the skills and resources needed to advise clients on completing a transaction. Topics include investor preferences and profiles; currency, area and value conversion; basic financial analysis; capital markets and real estate funds; legal, management and tax determinations; and developing an exit strategy to ensure that the client’s objectives are met in terms of gains, income, tax liabilities and net proceeds after sale.

Mr William E. Endsley is the Principal Consultant to World Citizen Consulting, LLC involved in strategic planning, international representation and relationship building for associations, governments and multi-nationals. As an Adjunct Professor with the Georgetown University he has been involved in providing training and education in real estate studies. Bill has provided technical advice on strategic planning and development to various organisations around the world. He currently also serves as Secretary General (CEO) to the International Real Estate Federation-US Chapter.

Dr Lim Lan Yuan is current President of FIABCI-Singapore as well as President (VGP) of Singapore Institute of Surveyors and Valuers, and President of the Association of Property & Facility Managers. He has more than 40 years of extensive experience in property business involved in property development, property management, valuation, training and consultancy. Dr Lim has been a consultant to a few UN agencies and World Bank. In addition to his doctorate, Dr Lim holds an MBA, an MSc (Construction Management), a LLM (Distinction), a BSc (Estate Management), a BSc (Economics) and a LLB (Hons).

Hotel Accommodation / Room Type	Single	Double/Twin
Ibis Singapore on Bencoolen http://www.ibis.com/gb/hotel-6657-ibis-singapore-on-bencoolen/index.shtml 170 Bencoolen Street, Singapore 189657	$170.00++	S$180.00++

Note* All rates are based on per room per night basis with breakfast, unlimited wireless and subject to 10% service charge & 7% GST.

	+65 64240 282 (Janet) - janet@fiabci-singapore.org
	+65 64240 297 (Ping Ping) - pingping@sisv.org.sg

Registration Fees

	Early Bird Special* (on or before 31st March 2015)	Registration from* (1st April 2015 to 1st May 2015)
FIABCI Member	USD 250	USD 300
Non-Member	USD 280	USD 350

***Registration closing Date - 22, May 2015.

Important * Visa is required (for some nationals). Please check with the diplomatic mission or consular office for procedure/application.

Accommodation

Hotel Accommodation / Room Type	Single	Double/Twin
Ibis Singapore on Bencoolen 170 Bencoolen Street, Singapore 189657 ++ All rates are based on per room per night basis with breakfast, unlimited wireless and subject to 10% service charge & 7% GST.	$170.00++	S$180.00++

Note* Subject to room availability and other terms & conditions stated in the website

Programme

	1st June 2015
6.30pm	Assemble at main lobby of Orchard Parade Hotel
7.30pm – 10.00pm	Welcome Dinner@Singapore Island Country Club & Networking with FIABCI Members
	2nd June 2015
09:00am – 12:00pm	Breakfast@Hotel Tour of Sentosa Island & Downtown Developments Including visits to Prix d’Excellence Winners Project.
12:00pm – 02:00pm	Lunch ($ - $$$) @ Resort World Sentosa
02:00pm – 04:30pm	Tour of URA City Gallery @ MBF
05:00pm – 06:30pm	Enjoy Singapore Skyline with drinks @Skypark, Marina Bay Sands ($$ )
07:30pm – 10:00pm	Gala Dinner (US$150 per pax)
	3rd June 2015
07:30am – 09:00am	Breakfast Talk : Where Singapore Investors Put Their Money ?
09:00am – 12:00pm	Heritage Visit to the Renowned Fullerton Building
12:00pm - 02:00pm	Lunch
02:00pm - 04:00pm	Tour FIABCI Award Winner Projects
05:00pm – 06:30pm	Marketing & Networking Session

Note* The Organiser reserves the right to modify the programme content without prior notice.

$-$$$ & $$ : at delegates' own expenses