When
Friday 2 May
Time
9am - 4pm
Location
Altus Offices, Level 12/1 Market Street, Sydney
About the Course
Delivered as a practical workshop, the Advanced Financial Feasibility course is an interactive learning experience that takes attendees through the practical application of financial feasibility using the ARGUS EstateMaster software. The course uses a detailed case study of a site in Sydney to conduct a feasibility study from start to finish. Attendees will gain insight from industry experts at Altus Group and learn how to derive the necessary information for a feasibility study. The course concludes with a research exercise where participants will input data on dwelling sizes, sales rates, and construction costs under the guidance of an Altus Senior Trainer.
Who Should Attend
This course is designed for individuals with some industry experience, particularly those with technical backgrounds, or those who have previously attended the Introduction to Financial Feasibility course. Attendees must be familiar with using the ARGUS EstateMaster software. The course is ideal for those looking to deepen their understanding of financial feasibility analysis and how to assess whether a proposed development will be a financial success or failure. It will also help attendees identify potential risks and perform sensitivity analysis to better understand those risks.
What You Will Learn
- Enhanced skills to operate ARGUS EstateMaster
- How to source relevant information to input for a feasibility analysis
- How to practically use and apply this information and competencies gained in the stage 1 course
- How to stress test your project
- How to understand methods for determining land price
COURSE TRAINER
Tim Peisley
EstateMaster Trainer
Tim is a highly experienced Senior Trainer with over 13 years of experience delivering ARGUS software training and industry-specific courses to property professionals across Oceania and Asia. He regularly delivers guest lectures to universities and industry associations, covering various topics, including real estate development feasibility, cash flow management, discounted cash flow analysis, valuations, and asset management. With a Master’s of Property Development and a bachelor's degree in business and information technology, Tim brings detailed industry knowledge with a hands-on approach to translate complex concepts into practical learning.
SPEAKER
Christine Chan
Director, Cost & Development Advisory
Christine is a specialist in the preparation of development feasibility studies and funding options using ARGUS EstateMaster, with extensive experience in economic viability assessment, financial appraisal, technical due diligence, project budgeting, development risk mitigation and design yield analysis. I have significant experience in funding structures, development risks, building design, regulatory compliance and construction cost, has assisted many projects in mitigating risks, uplifting project yield and improving design buildability aimed to achieve higher returns.
COURSE FACILITATOR
Stephen McMahon
Director, Inspire Planning | UDIA NSW Past President
Stephen McMahon is a recognised planning and urban development professional with 30 years broad ranging experience and expertise in the establishment and management of planning and development projects and teams. He has been a member of the NSW Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA) for over 20 years and in 2010 he was elected Councillor and has been a member of Council Executive, Treasurer and Vice President. Between 2020 – 2022 Stephen was President of the Institute. He is also a Registered Planner and Fellow of the Planning Institute of Australia. More broadly, also Stephen sits on Sydney Water’s Customer and Community Reference Group, Jemena Gas Networks Customer Council and the NSW Department of Planning’s Better Places Advisory Group.
Course Host
Altus Group is a leading provider of asset and fund intelligence for commercial real estate. We deliver intelligence as a service to our global client base through a connected platform of industry-leading technology, advanced analytics, and advisory services. Trusted by the largest CRE leaders, our capabilities help commercial real estate investors, developers, lenders, and advisors manage risks and improve performance returns throughout the asset and fund lifecycle.
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TESTIMONIALS
Very informative. Tim was happy to take the time to answer all questions.
By John Attard
In general, a great fulfilling day to gain knowledge and network, i.e. a success!
By Louis Goulimis
The course provided with valuable insights of running feasibility on development and helps us to understand the recent market trends.
By anonymous