The University of Guelph’s Real Estate and Housing (REH) program has taken another step in its commitment to stay relevant to the real estate industry of today and tomorrow by establishing an advisory board comprised of industry leaders.
“Creating the Real Estate Program Advisory Board (REPAB) is another distinctive element of the REH program and shows our commitment to assist students to build careers as leaders in the real estate industry,” says Jane Londerville, Associate Professor and Academic Advisor for the program.
Along with faculty who specialize in urban economics, real estate law, planning and real estate financial analysis, REPAB is comprised of industry professionals who bring direct experience in the field of real estate. “We are excited that this board will provide us with input, guidance and the ability to foster a direct link to the industry and business as a whole,” Londerville added.
Industry Members of the inaugural board are:
- John Arnoldi, Executive Managing Director, Colliers International
- Ciro DeCiantis, Partner, National Real Estate Industry Leader, Deloitte & Touche
- Brian Denney, CAO, Toronto Regional Conservation Authority
- Frank Doracin, President, Mattamy Development Corporation
- Michael Emory, President & CEO, Allied Properties REIT
- Maryanne McDougald, President, FCR Management Services
- Peter Papagiannis, SVP National Operations, Colliers International
- Dermot Sweeny, Partner, Sweeny Sterling Finlayson &Co Architects,
- Natalie Vukovich, Partner, Daoust Vukovich LLP Barristers & Solicitors
- Glenn Way, Vice-President Asset Management, Great West Life Realty Advisers
“I am personally excited to be part of this unique program that is arming students to graduate with a solid understanding of the fundamentals of real estate, supplemented by industry experience and insights. They can really hit the ground running.” said Peter Papagiannis, REPAB Chair. “The mix of the academics, industry alignment and the university’s core culture creates a well balanced program which is good for both the students and our industry” he continued.
About the REH program: One of only three such programs offered in the country, the REH major has a core business curriculum supported by real estate courses such as appraisal, real estate finance, real estate law, property management, urban economics, real estate market analysis, appraisal and development.
Graduates may also receive exemption from many of the courses required to complete post graduate programs such as the Accredited Appraiser Canadian Institute (AACI) designation.
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