Course Modules

Module 1: Introduction to Feasibility and Due Diligence

• Purpose and scope of feasibility studies

• Differences between feasibility and due diligence

• Phases of a real estate project and risk decision points

• Key stakeholders in evaluation processes

• Case studies of successful and failed projects

Module 2: Market Feasibility Assessment

• Demand and supply analysis

• Competitor benchmarking and trends

• Demographics, pricing, and absorption rates

• Data sources and market intelligence techniques

• Translating market data into project concepts

Module 3: Technical and Site Feasibility

• Site inspection and topographical assessments

• Access to infrastructure and public utilities

• Geotechnical and hydrological investigations

• Environmental impact assessment (EIA) basics

• Zoning and planning regulations review

Module 4: Financial Feasibility and Investment Appraisal

• Estimating construction and operating costs

• Revenue forecasting and pricing strategies

• Project budgeting and cash flow modeling

• Profitability indicators: NPV, IRR, ROI, payback

• Sensitivity and scenario analysis

Module 5: Legal and Regulatory Due Diligence

• Land tenure systems and ownership verification

• Title searches, easements, and encumbrances

• Development permissions and zoning compliance

• Contractual obligations and regulatory approvals

• Legal red flags and resolving disputes

Module 6: Environmental and Social Due Diligence

• Compliance with local and international ESG standards

• Identifying environmental risks and liabilities

• Social impact analysis (resettlement, stakeholder rights)

• Sustainable site selection and project design

• Mitigation strategies and regulatory alignment

Module 7: Technical Documentation Review and Validation

• Reviewing architectural drawings and designs

• Verifying engineering reports and BOQs

• Cross-checking developer and contractor credentials

• Validating project timelines and phasing

• Assessing operational and maintenance assumptions

Module 8: Risk Identification and Mitigation Strategies

• Risk matrix creation and prioritization

• Types of risk: legal, financial, operational, reputational

• Tools for risk forecasting and early warning

• Insurance and contractual risk management

• Investor protection mechanisms

Module 9: Investment Decision-Making and Reporting

• Creating investment memorandums and feasibility reports

• Presenting findings to executives and investors

• Go/no-go decisions and exit options

• Investor queries and due diligence checklists

• Aligning project reports with lender/buyer expectations

Module 10: Capstone Project and Practical Simulation

• End-to-end feasibility study simulation

• Group presentations of project assessments

• Peer review and expert feedback

• Drafting a due diligence report for a real project

• Closing reflections and certification