Baruch College - CAPS Classes, New York

This introductory course in HR Management provides a broad overview of the HR function.  It is designed to help front-line managers, supervisors, and junior level HR staff effectively handle issues related to performance management, recruiting, retention, compensation, and the latest updates in labor laws, such as FLSA, FMLA, and more. Those...

This course covers the basic processes of construction estimating, including types of estimates, estimate components, and pricing techniques. It also will provide participants with the skills for adjusting estimates, making estimates on labor and materials, and more. Individuals in this course will gain an understanding of this component of managing...

The word "blueprint" makes us think of white line drawings on a deep blue background showing beautiful old buildings, or ships, or historic city plans. This introductory course visits the development of blueprints within the construction industry, and shows the student what to expect in a contemporary construction drawing set, and how to understand...

New students must take the English as a Second Language placement test before registering for ESL classes. The test takes approximately 2.5 hours and includes: a narrative writing sample, an expository essay, listening comprehension, reading comprehension, grammar, and vocabulary questions. Please Note: Classroom location listings are also posted...

Math Review course will help you refresh or learn the basic concepts in arithmetic, algebra, and geometry. The content is largely adapted to your current level of knowledge with focus on fractions, decimals, probabilities, equations, ratios, radicals, geometric principles, and word problem solving. Note: Classroom location listings are also posted...

How to Get CBP to Classify Your Imports for Free: How to Design a Binding Ruling Request Save yourself time, money and aggravation when it comes to classifying your prospective import shipments. Learn how to save money by doing your own binding ruling requests and not pay or reduce your fees to Licensed U.S. Customs Brokers, customs lawyers and customs...

In this class you will work with formulas that span across multiple worksheets and use the VLOOKUP and INDEX functions. You'll create and modify macros, protect workbooks, and use Excel's data validation features. Prerequisite: You must have expertise in using range names and/or have successfully completed the Excel 2016 Basic and Intermediate...

In this fundamental course in Real Estate Finance, learners will acquire an understanding of this specialty.  Covered will be topics including valuation, investments, analysis, and decision-making. Students will be provided with a general understanding of how finance fits in with the larger picture of the economics of Real Estate. Note: Classroom...

This 20-hour-per-week course provides intensive instruction and practice on the iBT TOEFL exam.  Working with an experienced and caring teacher, students develop their English proficiency while building their test-taking strategies and skills. Special emphasis is placed on the independent and integrated tasks of the TOEFL, including reading,...

This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding and application on the usage of supply and demand data offering the greatest commercial real estate return on investment.  By enrolling in this course, students will receive hands and practical experience relating to market analysis using Co-Star, BIS, and ACRIS. Upon...

This class will focus on applying key methodologies of increasing profitability by marketing residential, commercial and retail properties through the application of survey methods of marketing. Students will be updated on current and emerging trends in marketing, client relations and maintenance that will increase efficiency and sustainability of...

This course reviews the history of zoning regulations, and how they impact NYC today.  Issues of particular concern to the various communities will be discussed, including land use regulations, building requirements, and preservation. Green building technology and taxes will also be examined. Note: Classroom location listings are also posted...

Commercial Real Estate Finance provides an introduction of various sources of debt capital, including commercial banks, insurance companies, CMBS, agencies, and credit unions.  The course will cover valuation and underwriting of office buildings, shopping centers, apartment buildings, and industrial properties. Students will explore the various...

This webinar highlights and analyzes a number of key USMCA provisions. The USMCA has been adjusted to include changes for automakers and textile producers, stricter labor and environmental standards, increased, intellectual property protections, and tougher digital trade provisions. There are also fundamental changes affecting qualification, certification,...

This course focuses on writing and verbal skills needed to complete the essay sections on the GMAT and GRE tests. Emphasis is placed on vocabulary, grammar, and essay organization and development. Extensive in-class and out-of-class work is supported by individualized instructor feedback. Classroom location listings are also posted outside the CAPS...