Residential Property Management Certificate

Program Description

Individuals who complete the Residential Property Management (RPM) certificate will have a basic understanding of residential property management components.  Students in the Residential Property Management certificate learn about essential characteristics and functions of property operations, such as: management, leasing, maintenance plan development, security plans, and more. Additionally, students will learn entry-level functions of accounting. Most of the courses in this program can be used as part of the Residential Property Management A.A.S program. Students planning to pursue the A.A.S degree should work closely with the department chair to meet the requirements of the program.

Program Outcomes

Graduates of the Residential Property Management Certificate Program will be able to:

• Relate the functions of management to the management of rental properties
• Develop effective maintenance plans for residential properties, including inspections, budgeting, energy management, and customer service
• Explain the relevant government codes and regulations affecting property management and how they can be met
• Develop safety and security plans for various residential properties

Sequence of Study - Residential Property Management Certificate

Below are the required courses for your program arranged in a suggested sequence. Please note that the sequence does not include developmental coursework. See Academic Preparation  for the developmental course sequence if applicable to you.

Required Courses (in expected order)

• BMT-1010 Introduction to Business Credits: 3 (Program Requirement; Critical Course)
• BMT-1600 Principles of Management Credits: 3 (Program Requirement; Critical Course)
• BPM-1010 Introduction to Residential Property Management Credits: 3 (Program Requirement; Critical Course)
• BMT-1570 Small Business Management Credits: 3 (Program Requirement)
• ACC-1001 Principles of Accounting I Credits: 3 (Program Requirement)
• BUS-2220 Business Law I Credits: 3 (Program Requirement)
• BPM-1020 Maintenance for Residential Property Management Credits: 3 (Program Requirement)
• BPM-2920 Property Management Internship II Credits: 2 (Program Elective) or
• ACC-1070 QuickBooks I Credits: 1 (Program Elective)

• and

• ACC-1090 QuickBooks II Credits: 1 (Program Elective)

Program Total: 23 Credits