Master Skills to Successfully Develop Property
Real Estate Development Classes
Who Should
Enrol?
From novice developers to existing site owners, finance consultants to property agents — our courses suit anyone with a passion for real estate development.
Upcoming
Programmes
Limited availability, maximum impact! Our exemplary biannual Property Development Courses are in high demand — discover our upcoming programme.
Course
Outline
The in-depth Property Development Training Course covers everything from site sourcing to funding, and building to real estate marketing.
Online
Course
Running alongside the attendee course, this live online programme allows you to interact with the presenter and the in-person delegates from your home.
Property Developer Courses From PDI
Many people see the incredible potential opportunities in property development — but lack the experience, confidence, and threat insight to invest wisely and profitably. Our Property Development Course in Sydney gives you all the necessary skills to succeed in real estate investment.
Through in-person attendee or online courses — and hands-on project mentoring — we expertly navigate you through the complex world of property development. Over eight weeks, you’re equipped with the comprehensive knowledge required to maximise your profits and minimise risk — learning from some of the industry’s most respected leaders.
Become a Master Property Development Specialist.
Property Development Insights — Course Providers
Driving Your Property Development Journey
At Property Development Insights, our vision is to empower you with the practical skills, insider knowledge, and investment confidence to ensure your real estate developments are a success.
Founded and led by the accomplished Phillip Hoare, an active development project manager with 30+ years experience across all sectors and aspects of the development process — PDI provides interactive small-group seminars that deliver constructive, actionable, and invaluable guidance.
Real-World Expertise for Success
Phillip developed the course from the property development module of the UNSW Master of Property and Construction Management — a Masters course, which he himself created. With a refined structure and condensed content, the online and in-person course reflects a more pragmatic and current programme for today’s investor.
Going far beyond pure theory, the course shares the industry-tested techniques and strategies gleaned from the development coalface — meticulously tailored through real-world experience.
What’s more, you learn directly from the very best in the development sector. Our instructors are top-tier leaders in their respective fields of real estate investment — sharing their knowledge, lessons learned, and insights. In short, arming you with the tools you need to ensure the best possible development outcomes.
Here’s What Sets Property Development Insights Apart:
- Developed and delivered by development manager and property advisor — learn from Philip Hoare’s proven track record of over $500 million in successful projects.
- Course refined and developed from the property development module of the UNSW Master of Property and Construction Management — also created by Phillip.
- Bespoke course, tailored specifically to the needs and goals of the group.
- Very limited-sized course groups of four to ten persons in total.
- Development specialists as presenters — gain practical knowledge from expert property veterans.
- Real-world, hands-on development site project with personal mentoring.
- Flexible courses — choose either in-person seminars or convenient online webinars.
- Comprehensive programme — covering development rationale, property market drivers, due diligence, sourcing of sites, risk mitigation, debt and equity funding, viability studies, tenders, construction, marketing, sales and leasing and more!
- Flexible courses — choose either in-person seminars or convenient online webinars.
- Comprehensive programme — covering development rationale, property market drivers, due diligence, sourcing of sites, risk mitigation, debt and equity funding, viability studies, tenders, construction, marketing, sales and leasing and more!
“The course handouts were great, exceptional assets to have in any business for referral. The presenters that came in were good and knowledgeable.”
-Paul Ferrari
Leading Sydney residential development agent
Essential Skill Sets for Profitable Property Development
Our commercial and residential property development seminars cover in detail the key stages from project concept to completion, including:
What’s Trending?
Analysis of key property market trends
Sourcing
Assessing and securing appropriate development sites
Research
Undertaking pre-purchase due diligence
Selection
Managing suitable professional consultants
Design
Managing the design and development approvals process
Project Funding
Assessing project viability, securing debt and raising equity
Building
Dynamic construction procurement options
Project Branding
Marketing and managing of the sales and/or leasing process
Setting You Up for Success — Our Property Development Training Difference
At Property Development Insights, we’re committed to delivering practical and actionable guidance taught by experienced leaders in the field — not from lifelong academics.
Ensuring your learning translates into real-world success, our differences are exemplified by:
- Limited class sizes to ensure personalised attention.
- Knowledge transfer directly from top-tier development experts.
- Learn from Phillip Hoare — significant experience across all sectors of development with over $500 million in successful development projects.
- Addressing commercial to residential, industrial, mixed-use sectors to land subdivisions.
- Real world development site project assignment with personal mentoring
- Gain insights from surveyors, environmental scientists, valuers, and development finance advisors — the team you’ll need for success.
Supercharge Your Development Career.
Property Development Insights — Course Providers
On the course, you benefit from the vast expertise of property professionals — actively involved in the dynamic world of development. Accessible and engaging, they provide invaluable insights drawn from their real-world experience.
Our current lecturers (subject to their availability) include:
- Managing Director — Independent Property Valuations.
- Director — Macarthur Finance & Capital.
- Principal — Environmental Scientist — JK Environments.
- Managing Director — Clement & Reid Project Surveyors.
- Director Development Project Manager — Palladium Property.
- Finance Lawyer — Development Finance Agreements.
“The case studies presented were great. Value of planning was great.”
-Marilena
Company Director
Who Should Register for Our Real Estate Development Courses?
Do you see untapped potential in an unloved derelict property? Sitting on an undeveloped site and unsure how to elevate its potential? Our Property Development Seminar programme drives your passion, knowledge, and confidence.
Whether you’re a complete beginner or a seasoned developer wishing to refine your skills, our curriculum gives you the skills and strategies to navigate real estate transformation. Our industry-experienced instructors share their insights to support and propel your ambitions — regardless of your current experience or role.
- Novice, aspirational, and experienced property developers
- Financiers
- Finance and professional consultants
- Development site owners
- Real estate development agents
- Mortgage brokers
- Builders and subcontractors
PDI’s Real Estate Development Seminars Build Your Property Success
Upcoming Property Development Classes
Registering for our immersive Real Estate Development Programmes can unlock your development potential in just eight weeks! Our upcoming courses are available for in-person attendees and online participants — both providing evening learning from 6.00 pm to 8.15 pm.
With limited spaces available (just six in the classroom and four online), and with our courses in property development always over-subscribed — it’s important to register early. Don’t miss out on your opportunity to supercharge your passion and power your real estate investment success!
- Online or in person
- Small groups for outstanding engagement
- Hands-on, real development site project with personal mentoring
- Evening classes
- Provided biannually
Property Development Investment Course Outline
Whether you take our in-person Real Estate Development Classes, or study our Property Development Courses online — you follow exactly the same curriculum. Over eight detailed modules, plus an optional development assignment, you’ll discover the skills and techniques you require for successful property projects.
Covering everything from sourcing to development rationale, the acquisition process to market analysis, and funding options to sales — this far-reaching property developer training gives the strongest foundation possible for your real estate investment career.
- Taught over eight weeks
- Comprehensive detailed notes of circa. 500 presentation slides
- Comprehensive instruction comprising eight modules and mentored project (optional)
- Course delivered by real-world real estate development experts
- Course certificate on completion with Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points
- Maximise your profit and minimise your risk
Property Development Course Online
As one of the best online Real Estate Development Courses, our webinar training isn’t a truncated version of our classroom teaching. Instead, it runs concurrently with the attendee course — allowing digital subscribers to interact, comment, and question both the course speaker and the in-person participants.
In addition to the live classroom webinars, you receive in-depth lecture notes and extensive course study materials. Our online Property Development Course is ideal if you cannot attend in person — or if there are no remaining spaces on our in-person attendee programme.
- Live online webinar course
- Small boutique classes
- Industry-leading speakers
- Ask questions and interact with the classroom
- Includes study materials and lecture notes
Study Property Development From the Convenience of Your Home
Property and Real Estate Development Frequently Asked Questions
At Property Development Insights, we believe in clear communication and access to accurate information. So, our FAQ page has comprehensive questions and answers for everything related to our property development course — broken down into straightforward, navigable sections!
Wondering whether the programme is a property development and investment short course? Interested in the backgrounds of our property development consultant experts? Or concerned about the courses’ entry requirements? We’ve compiled all the details you need to ensure maximum transparency.
Call Us to Discuss Any Queries 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM on (02) 9432 7866 or Leave Us a Message and We’ll Get Back to You Promptly!