This web-based course is intended to serve as a basic introduction to those new to the commercial mortgage arena or those employed in commercial real estate desiring cross-training and who wish to gain an understanding of commercial securitizations. The course consists of four lessons and takes about 5-10 hours to complete. Key course objectives include: *Identify key participants and players involved in the CMBS industry; *Describe how pools of loans are assembled to form mortgage-backed securities; *Explain in general terms how a CMBS is structured and valued; and *Explain the roles that the various servicing entities play in servicing securitized loans. 
   
NOTES:  This is a self-paced, self-study course. Enroll anytime and take up to 8 months to complete the course.