About this Course
Alternative Investments: Investing in Land & Real Estate introduces learners to the fundamentals of investing in farmland and real estate as alternative assets. You'll explore agricultural economics, land valuation, ownership structures, and risk management strategies. The course also covers real estate investment types, liquidity considerations, and how these assets can fit into diversified portfolios. Through case studies and expert insights, you'll gain practical knowledge to evaluate whether land and real estate align with your financial goals. This course is part of the College of ACES suite of online programs. To learn more about online programs from the College of ACES and explore ways to apply your Coursera work toward a degree program at the University of Illinois, visit: https://aces.illinois.edu/online. Â
What You'll Learn
- Identify key financial concepts in farmland investment
- Describe real estate investment structures
- Evaluate farmland and real estate portfolio integration
- Recognize stakeholder roles in ownership and transfer
Prerequisites
- Basic topic familiarity
- Willingness to engage in case studies
Instructors
Dr. Craig Lemoine
Director of Financial Planning, Associate Clinical Professor of Financial Planning