This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the project management principles and techniques needed to efficiently complete ambitious goals set out by your organization and clients. You will learn the fundamentals of managing projects successfully, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget and to the satisfaction of stakeholders. Through this course, you will explore the role of a project manager across all phases of a project: pre-construction, construction and post-construction. Topics include effective project planning, risk management, resource allocation and the management of trade contractors. By the end of the course, you will have a solid foundation in project management strategies, enabling you to oversee projects with confidence. This 6-hour class is held from 1-4 on two consecutive Tuesdays. Please contact elearninghelp@nahb.org with questions.

A strong marketing foundation is the basis of a successful marketing program, much like a well-built foundation ensures a home stands the test of time. Designed for home builders, this course focuses on building a strong marketing foundation -- your website, branding and content – and how to use marketing strategy and tactics to engage potential home buyers and turn them into leads. Learn how public relations, social media, video, design, email marketing, photography and graphic design capture and engage today’s consumers. Additional advice on crafting an effective marketing budget is also covered. This 3-hour class will be held from 1-4 ET Contact elearninghelp@nahb.org with questions.

Many construction or remodeling companies are too small to hire full-time legal staff, so it's important to understand basic contract law. This course provides a step-by-step explanation of how contracts sustain positive customer and supplier relations, provide for resolution of disputes and minimize the risk of litigation. You will learn about mandatory and optional provisions, warranties, and arbitration procedures. Special emphasis is given to troubleshooting contracts for detrimental positions. This class is held on two consecutive Tuesdays from 1-4pm ET Please contact elearninghelp@nahb.org with any questions.

Save by purchasing together! By purchasing the Project Schedule and Estimating classes as a bundle members save an extra 10%.

The ability to effectively prepare for a project is vital to your success. Project preparation consists of multiple processes that work together and, when performed effectively, increase your efficiency and profitability, improve client satisfaction and enhance team and vendor relationships. Come away with the knowledge and skills to perform one of the critical processes in project preparation: estimating costs. This half-day course is held from 1-4pm ET Please contact elearninghelp@nahb.org with any questions.

Land development is not for the meek but doing it successfully can substantially increase revenue and profit for smaller builders. Learn the tips and tricks that will help you to limit risk and maximize profit when finding land for small development projects.  This course is best taken in conjunction with its partner class, Site Planning, Approvals and Construction  This half day course is held from 1-4pm ET Contact elearninghelp@nahb.org with any questions.

Take the next steps in becoming a land developer! This partner class to Land Development explores navigating governing authorities to get to the sale with maximum profit. This half-day course is held from 1-4 ET Please contact elearninghelp@nahb.org with any questions.

Leads are everywhere. But which leads will be qualified sales leads? This course will provide you with the information you need to develop the best-qualified lead-generation campaign to ensure that you and your sales associates will always be able to create business development activities. You will learn effective communication, prospecting and evaluation skills to enhance your ability to obtain the finest and most qualified leads to sustain your growth in any market! This half-day course will take place 1-4 ET

This course is designed to provide foundational knowledge on the formation, planning and management of a successful, small to medium-sized residential building or remodeling company or other trade-related business. It describes best business practices and introduces practical tools and strategies of immediate value to both new and existing business owners.  This six hour class is held on two consecutive Thursdays from 1-4 ET. Please contact elearninghelp@nahb.org with questions

High-performance building can be intimidating, but mastering it can lead to safer and healthier homes. Explore high-performance building principles and learn how to apply them to increase a home's efficiency, comfort, and durability in each climate zone. This course takes place over 3 consecutive Thursdays] from 1-3 pm ET. Contact elearninghelp@nahb.org with questions.