Asset Management

Course Trainer: Dr. Duncan Gibson

This one day course will introduce participants to the key considerations that senior managers take into account in determining the acquisition (disposal) and management of hotels as assets.  These include major capital investments (valuations), synergy with brand standard and management contract or franchise agreements.  This course will give participants a taste for the sorts of information that such decisions are based upon and an understanding of the criteria that are used in making such critical choices.  

Learning Outcomes

As a result of partaking in this one day course, participants should be able to develop an understanding of the financial concepts that underpin the options for managing assets and the techniques that allow for the evaluation of managing those options.  

Course Objectives

• Historical perspective on Hotel Asset Management
• What it is and what it us not
• The scope and focus of Asset Management
• The Financing decision ( capitalization rates)
• Financial Feasibility processes in assessing capital investments (WACC, Cash Flows, NPV and IRR)
• Evaluating the options of owner/operated, managed, leased and franchised units

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General information

Registration
All bookings must be confirmed in writing to The Emirates Academy of Hospitality. Course fees are payable upon confirmation of booking and an invoice will be sent to you. Bookings cannot be confirmed until payment and a completed application form is received. Fees paid are non-refundable.
Terms & conditions

Course Materials
The course fee includes everything required for the class work including instruction materials, notebooks, articles, note-paper, pencils and refreshments. Accommodation and transportation are not included in the course fees.

Dress Code
Attire for classes is smart casual.