The Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS) course curriculum is the educational foundation of the CIPS Network. It distinguishes CIPS designees as individuals who have both hands –on experience in international real estate transactions, as well as successfully completes an intense seven-day program of study focusing on critical aspects of transnational transactions, including currency and exchange rate issues and cross-cultural relationships, regional market conditions, investment performance, tax issues and more. A more detailed description of the five courses is provided below.
U.S. REALTOR® must complete the two-day “ International Real Estate for Local Market”
Before joining of the CIPS Network. Non –U.S. practitioners are also encouraged to take this course, but it is not currently a requirement. Whether or not a practitioner intends to work toward the CIPS designation, this course is ideal for anyone who may encounter opportunities in their local market to assist in international transactions, e.g., assisting an immigrant or foreign investor, or helping a US resident purchase property abroad.