The Graduate School of Design will offer executive education programs for professionals covering topics in real estate development and urban planning.
Adding to a growing number of institutions and organizations offering continuing education, the Harvard University Graduate School of Design in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is offering a series of new executive education programs. Prospective students can select among courses covering subjects such as master planning, the economics of real estate markets, and affordable housing.
"Designed specifically for real estate developers, urban planners, architects, and building industry professionals, these programs will enable participants to gain new skills while exploring timely issues and trends affecting their industries."
The two-day programs being in early July and stretch until August.
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