Designations

Build Your Career to the Next Level with the RPA®

The RPA® Designation program equips property managers with the knowledge and skills needed to successfully operate commercial buildings. You’ll gain comprehensive insights into all aspects of property management, learning how to analyze and optimize a building’s performance. The program teaches you to maximize net income while minimizing risks, enhancing your industry standing and setting you up for long-term success.

Design, Operations & Maintenance I and II	Budgeting & Accounting	Law & Risk Management	Real Estate Investment & Finance
Environmental Health & Safety	Asset Management	Leasing & Marketing for Property Managers	Managing the Organization

Who Should Enroll?

Assistant property managers, property managers, and those who manage real estate assets. Discover10 Ways the RPA® Will Save Your Building Money.

The RPA® program will teach you to maximize a building’s net income while minimizing risks, thereby enhancing your standing in the industry and positioning you for long-term success. Learn more

Start Anytime, Gain Experience, Earn Your Designation

You can start working toward your RPA® designation at any point in your career. To earn the RPA® designation, you’ll need to demonstrate three years of verifiable property management experience. The specific criteria are detailed in the Experience Form, which you can submit at any time after enrolling.

Our designation programs are widely recognized as a symbol of excellence and distinction within the commercial real estate industry. Whichever designation you choose, you'll gain access to time-tested courses and a proven curriculum designed to help you navigate the challenges of this increasingly complex profession with confidence and expertise.

ALREADY HAVE A DESIGNATION?

If you have prior education that overlaps with the RPA® program, you may be eligible to receive credit for one or more courses. To review the requirements, refer to the Administrative Competency Chart in the form below, which details eligible courses and the process for applying for credit.

Designations

Build Your Career to the Next Level with the RPA®

Design, Operations & Maintenance I and II

Budgeting & Accounting

Law & Risk Management

Real Estate Investment & Finance

Environmental Health & Safety

Asset Management

Leasing & Marketing for Property Managers

Managing the Organization

Who Should Enroll?

Start Anytime, Gain Experience, Earn Your Designation

ALREADY HAVE A DESIGNATION?

If you have prior education that overlaps with the RPA® program, you may be eligible to receive credit for one or more courses. To review the requirements, refer to the Administrative Competency Chart in the form below, which details eligible courses and the process for applying for credit.