¿ì»îapp Executive Certificate in
Affordable Housing


The ¿ì»îapp Executive Certificate in Affordable Housing is a joint program offered by theÌýÌýat the ¿ì»îapp's and theÌýÌýat the ¿ì»îapp's . Featuring in-depth training from interdisciplinary experts, the program provides participants with a focused and fast-tracked pathway to learn the complexities of affordable housing development and the practical skills necessary to work in this specialized sector.

Note: This is a non-degree program. No university transcripts or credits will be offered. Participants who complete the coursework will receive an Executive Certificate in Affordable Housing from the ¿ì»îapp.Ìý

Download the 2024–2025 program brochure.

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Why We Created This Program


Lack of affordable housing supply has culminated in a housing crisis in the West. As communities scramble to tackle this problem, the demand for skilled professionals in the affordable housing sector is growing. The ¿ì»îapp Executive Certificate in Affordable Housing program is designed to help meet that demand by providing professionals with the foundational and technical knowledge needed to build more affordable housing and more equitable communities.

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Who This Program Is Designed For


The Affordable Housing Certificate program is designed to upskill professionals currently working in the affordable housing sector, or reskill professionals looking to transition into the affordable housing field. This includes real estate professionals, developers, planners, policy makers, attorneys, civic leaders, housing advocates, property managers, architects, lenders, and more.

Connect with the ¿ì»îapp Affordable Housing program on LinkedIn.

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How do I apply?

Applications for the 2024-2025 program are closed.Ìý

Please check back for updates regarding the 2025-2026 program and application process.

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Why ¿ì»îapp?

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    Learn from Leading Experts in Interdisciplinary Fields

    With expertise in real estate, construction management, law, social work and public policy, ¿ì»îapp is well positioned to offer a first-in-class Executive Certificate in Affordable Housing.

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    Small Class Sizes to Maximize Engagement & Instruction

    Limited cohorts of no more than 25 students allow for maximum learning potential.

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    Flexible Online Learning

    A primarily online program provides flexibility for busy professionals.

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    Face-to-Face Networking

    In-person experiences allow for networking with key industry stakeholders.

Still have questions? Check out our FAQ section.

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Program Structure & Timeline

Discover the eight course modules that make up the ¿ì»îapp Executive Certificate in Affordable Housing program, find out what key topics will be covered, and see an overview of the course schedule and time commitments required.

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Our Faculty

Meet our faculty members from the Burns School of Real Estate, Rocky Mountain Land Use Institute, and elsewhere at ¿ì»îapp, who collaborated to develop and administer the Executive Certificate in Affordable Housing program.

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Enrollment

Find information on enrolling in the Executive Certificate in Affordable Housing program, including associated costs and fees, scholarship opportunities, attendance requirements, and the application process.

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Our Sponsors

The ¿ì»îapp Executive Certifcate in Affordable Housing program is made possible thanks to generous contributions from theÌýÌýand The Simpson Family.

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