Dept. of Construction Economics and Management course

20 July: Intro to Financial Concepts (optional attendance)
Mon 21 July – Friday 25 July, 08h30 – 17h30
Saturday 26 July, 08h30 – 16h

This face-to-face course teaches a full range of housing finance topics, both conceptually and
practically, with specific reference to the Sub-Saharan African context. The course integrates interactive teaching tools such as live lectures with direct Q&A sessions, break-out groups, field cases and other learning activities. Lecture slides will be made available before each session and will be presented by the lecturer during the class sessions in order to provide a holistic learning experience. Readings will be available in advance. There are many opportunities for collaborative learning through discussion forums and networking sessions. The last day of the course is dedicated to the presentation and discussion of participant working group country case studies, by course participants.

This course is held over six days. The course format comprises lectures and Q&A periods for all participants, and self-directed discussions and networking activities throughout the week.