2008 Professional Development Programs in
ASSESSMENT and APPRAISAL
Sponsored by the:
Minnesota Association of Assessing Officers (MAAO)
Minnesota Department of Revenue
Minnesota State Board of Assessors, and
The Center for Continuing Studies at St. Cloud State University
Registration Information Available at:
• www.mnmaao.org
• www.stcloudstate.edu/continuingstudies/customized/maao.asp
Expectation for Students
These courses are comparable to college-level courses. Students should come to class prepared to participate in lectures, take extensive notes, read all required materials, and complete necessary homework.
Registration Information
Please use the attached form to register. Registrations and course fees must be received by the SCSU Center for Continuing Studies at least one week prior to the course. If you have questions about registration, contact Steve Behrenbrinker at 320-650-3352 or e-mail stephen.behrenbrinker@ci.stcloud.mn.us.
Please download registration form here (Word Format): MAAO Registration Form
Cancellation Policy
A refund, less a $30 administrative fee, will be issued for cancellations received by the Center for Continuing Studies at least five business days prior to the start of a course.
Registrants who fail to attend or cancel prior to the cancellation deadline are responsible for the entire fee. The Center for Continuing Studies reserves the right to cancel a course if necessary, and will provide a full refund.
Location and Facilities
Courses will be held at the location identified in the Course Information section.
Confirmation notice, directions and parking information will be emailed to each participant the week prior to each course.
To ensure full participation in this workshop, please inform us of any dietary or physical challenges which should be addressed prior to your arrival. Contact Gail Ruhland or Charlotte Kastanek at 320-308-3081 if you have questions.
Hotel Accommodations
Hotel information can be found on the MAAO website: www.mnmaao.org . A block of rooms has been reserved at special rates at the following locations:
• St. Cloud, MN: Downtown Best Western Kelly Inn, 320-253-0606 ($70.00).
• Plymouth, MN: Best Western Kelly Inn, 763-553-1600 ($84.00).
Please call hotels directly for reservations. When making a reservation, be sure to indicate that you will be attending a MAAO-SCSU course.
Time Schedule
Participants should check in at 7:45 a.m. Monday morning. Sessions will be held from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Friday morning will begin at 8:00 a.m. and include a time for review and course examination. The class will end by 1:00 p.m. Friday. Each course includes a total of 30 hours of classroom instruction, not including examinations.
Textbook and Calculators
The required textbooks can be ordered on the registration form and picked up on Monday morning. A noiseless, battery-operated calculator is required for all courses.
Continuing Education information
The Minnesota Board of Assessors grants 30 hours of Continuing Education for courses as indicated in the course description. Hours are granted based upon your participation in an organized continuing education experience under responsible sponsorship, capable direction, and qualified instruction.
NOTE: Exams are required for licensure purposes. However, participants can elect not to take exams, and still receive continuing education credit.
Dan Franklin Memorial Scholarship Fund
Scholarships are available through MAAO's Dan Franklin Memorial Scholarship Fund for individuals seeking a career in the Real Estate/Assessment field. Scholarship awards are available for the following four courses: Assessment Laws and Procedures, Appraisal Principles, Residential Appraisal and Mass Appraisal. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and submit a completed application form. Scholarship information, including an on-line application, is available at: http://www.mnmaao.org/scholarship.
For Further Information
If you would like more information or have questions, please call Steve Behrenbrinker @ 320-650-3352 ( STEPHEN.BEHRENBRINKER@ci.stcloud.mn.us ) or Gail Ruhland at 320-308-3081 (gmruhland@stcloudstate.edu).
St. Cloud State University values diversity of all kinds, including but not limited to race, religion and ethnicity (full statement at http://bulletin.stcloudstate.edu/ugb/generalinfo/ nondiscrimination.asp ). TTY 1-800-627-3529. SCSU is an affirmative action / equal opportunity educator and employer. This material can be made available in an alternative format. Contact the Center for Continuing Studies at 320-308-3081.
2008 Professional Development Programs in
ASSESSMENT and APPRAISAL
These courses are sponsored by the MAAO, SCSU and the Minnesota State Board of Assessors and meet the educational requirements as established for the four levels of licensure for Minnesota assessors. For detailed information on the Minnesota Assessor Education and Licensing Program contact the Minnesota State Board of Assessors at 651-556-6086.
2OO8 Course Schedule
Management and Supervision July 7-11
Assessment Laws and Procedures (Course A) July 14-18
*Appraisal Principles July 21-25
*Residential Appraisal Procedures August 4-8
*Mass Appraisal Basics August 18-22
*Basic Income Approach (Course J) September 22-26
Advanced Modeling Concepts TBD
*These courses have been approved by the Department of Commerce for pre-licensing and continuing education credit.
Course Information
Management & Supervision
July 7-11
This 30-hour course introduces participants to effective supervision and management of employees with emphasis on government office administration. It begins with a basic overview of the topics of management and leadership. Subsequent topics include: effective interpersonal communication; giving and receiving effective feedback; motivating employees; performance appraisal; effective discipline; group and team dynamics; managing problem behaviors; and resolving conflict constructively. Traditional lectures are complemented with a variety of hands on methods, including case discussions, structured exercises, role playing, self assessments, small group and total class interactions. Successful participants will receive a SCSU Certificate of Management and Supervision.
This course is a Board of Assessors approved alternative to Course K which is no longer offered. The Management & Supervision course and IAAO 400, Assessment Administration course will be offered on alternate years .
Instructor : Dr. Richard Sebastian, Ph.D., Chair, Department of Management,
St. Cloud State University
Prerequisite : None
Textbook : None
Course Fee : $375
Location : This course will be held at the Atwood Center at SCSU.
The closest hotel to the campus is the downtown St. Cloud Best Western Kelly Inn .
Introduction to Assessment Laws and Procedures (Course A)
July14-18
An introductory course dealing with the assessment field in Minnesota . In this 30-hour course participants will learn about property tax laws in Minnesota , real estate law, and assessment procedures. This course is designed for individuals who are just beginning their study of the assessing field, but also can serve as a review for persons currently working in assessment.
Instructors : Minnesota Department of Revenue Staff
Textbook : None
Course Fee : $375
Location : This course will be held on the St. Cloud State University Campus. The closest hotel to the campus is the downtown St. Cloud Best Western Kelly Inn .
Appraisal Principles
July 21-25
This 30-hour course introduces participants to real estate practices and basic appraisal principles. This course is the basic foundation for other appraisal courses.
Together, Appraisal Principles and Residential Appraisal Procedures are a State Board of Assessors approved alternative to Course B which is no longer offered.
Instructor : Susanne Barkalow, IFA, SCSU Faculty
Textbook : Appraisal Institute; Appraising Residential Properties, 4 th Edition
Course Fee : $375
Location : This course will be held on the St. Cloud State University Campus. The closest hotel to the campus is the downtown St. Cloud Best Western Kelly Inn
Residential Appraisal Procedures
August 4-8
This 30-hour course introduces participants to basic appraisal procedures for the evaluation of residential properties. Emphasis will be on the three approaches to value and the valuation process through lecture and work problems.
This course, together with Appraisal Principles is a State Board of Assessors alternative to Course B which is no longer offered.
Instructor : Steve Behrenbrinker, CAE; Cheryl Grover, SAMA; and Tamara Doolittle, SAMA
Textbook : Appraisal Institute; Appraising Residential Properties, 4 th Edition
Course Fee : $375
Location : This course will be held on the St. Cloud State University Campus.
The closest hotel to the campus is the downtown St. Cloud Best Western Kelly Inn .
Mass Appraisal Basics
August 18-22
This 30-hour course introduces participants to the mass appraisal process for assessment purposes. Emphasis is on review of the three approaches to value, and applications of mass appraisal techniques with the use of sales ratio studies and statistical measures. Practical applications will be demonstrated by in-depth case studies of residential properties.
Instructors : Daryl Moeller, SAMA and Steven Bruggeman, SAMA
Textbook : IAAO Mass Appraisal of Real Property
Required: Calculator with Square Root Function
Course Fee : $375
Location : This course will be held on the St. Cloud State University Campus.
The closest hotel to the campus is the downtown St. Cloud Best Western Kelly Inn .
Basic Income Approach (Course J)
September 22-26
This 30-hour course will introduce participants to the use of the income approach when valuing income-producing properties. Emphasis is on practical applications of appraisal methods through the use of drills and problem solving techniques.
Taking this course before taking IAAO 102 is suggested but not required. This course qualifies as an elective income course for licensure.
Instructors : Bob Wilson, CAE and Stephen Behrenbrinker, CAE
Prerequisite : Six months work experience recommended
Textbook : IAAO Property Appraisal and Assessment Administration
Course Fee : $375
Location : Best Western Kelly Inn , Plymouth , MN (intersection of I-494 and Hwy 55)
Advanced Modeling Concepts
Date: TBD
This course will be a hands-on computer based experience for the students to learn applications on advanced modeling techniques on real-world properties. More details to follow. No exam.
Instructors : TBD
Textbook : None
Course Fee : $475
Location : Metro Area Computer Lab (TBD)
