This program encompasses course offerings that may benefit the professional in a variety of ways. Courses may involve the financial aspects of the practice, marketing, innovations, case studies and management issues. Additionally, courses will be included that inform the practitioner about tools available to make the learner a better architect, and organizations and standards that can provide similar professional growth. Users can search the catalog using CSI division numbers, keywords, manufacturer names, or product descriptions.
Program: The Business of Architecture
The program will discuss how architects and designers can get a better understanding of the market today by conducting targeted research. Attendees will discover how research can provide customer insights and help formulate marketing strategies.
Program: The Business of Architecture
The program will discuss how architects and designers can get a better understanding of the market today in regards to developing a strategic plan. Attendees will ascertain a clearer perception on how to respond to market challenges based on the overall business strategies developed.
Program: The Business of Architecture
This course is an in-depth case study starting with the entry of certified wood into the retail market in 1994, fast forwarding to the crescendo of the activist campaigns in 1999 and ending with the 2018 cleaning chemicals policy. Learners will hear the strategic planning and decision making process on proactive sustainable sourcing. The course begins with a brief overview of how a retailer manages scores of sustainability concerns, what are considered to be material issues and how those considerations are prioritized. Additionally, learners will hear how instead of waiting for codes or laws, retailers can set purchasing boundaries for product standards in order that they would have less of an environmental impact than standard products.
This course is part of our Business of Architecture Program
Your state may mandate sexual harassment training. This is the authorized sexual harassment prevention course, including case studies, required in NY State and NY City for licensed professionals. It may also meet professional requirements in your jurisdiction as there is some indication on the Internet that it is being accepted outside of New York. A quiz at the conclusion fulfills the requirements for an element of interactivity.
This course has also been registered by AIA and successful completion delivers 1 HSW credit.