Graduate, REALTOR® Institute (GRI)
Graduate to a new level of success with the GRI
Become a Graduate of the REALTOR® Institute by completing the eight, 7.5-hour required GRI classes and 30 hours of elective credit* within five years. Take courses at your local board or travel around the state to make the most of in-class networking opportunities. You’ll earn CE credit and dual designation credit, satisfy license renewal requirements, plus take your career to new heights!
GRI – designed to:
- Increase your productivity
- Reduce your risk
- Maximize your resources
- Tackle your toughest challenges
*Electives include any local board of REALTORS® classroom CE or other NAR-family designation/certification courses.
Already an experienced REALTOR®?
Call NYSAR at 800.239.4432 to discuss testing out and transfer credit options.
To apply for your Graduate REALTOR® Institute designation (GRI), once you’ve satisfied all the requirements, contact NYSAR directly at 800.239.4432. Please note that a $25 application fee applies.
Already a GRI? Take a refresher with the latest information for just $50 (includes CE).
Course descriptions and schedule:
GRI-1 Ethics
Capitalize on what sets REALTORS® apart from real estate licensees. Satisfies NAR’s mandatory ethics training requirement and is a must for Professional Standards Committee members and local board leadership.
Discover how to:
- Put the Code of Ethics to work for you.
- Maximize your REALTOR® benefits.
- Enhance your professionalism and your career through community involvement.
Upcoming 2021 classes include:
- January 11-12
- March 25-26
- June 29-30
- October 14-15
Register online or mail or fax our registration form.
GRI-2 Business
Take your business to the next level and gain market share.
Provides the building blocks to:
- Create an effective business plan.
- Build support structures using assistants and teams.
- Prospect successfully and tap into niche markets.
- Develop policies to avoid risk.
Upcoming 2021 classes include:
- March 1-2
- June 23-24
- August 16-17
- October 12-13
Register online or mail or fax our registration form.
GRI-3 Agency
Provide effective, legal, and ethical client representation.
Offers in-depth coverage of:
- All forms of agency representation, associated issues, and proper disclosure.
- How to avoid the risk of misrepresentation, vicarious liability, and breach of fiduciary duties.
(Satisfies New York State two-hour agency coursework requirement.)
Upcoming 2021 classes include:
- January 28-29
- June 10-11
- September 8-9
- November 8-9
Register online or mail or fax our registration form.
GRI-4 Legal
Reduce your risk of claims, fines, and lawsuits. Gain a complete understanding of:
- Advertising that is legal and ethical.
- Contracts, forms, deposits, disclosures, and record retention.
- Risk management strategies.
- Title insurance and settlement procedures.
Upcoming 2021 classes include:
Downstate:
- February 4-5
- July 13-14
Upstate:
- May 5-6
- September 27-28
Choose a Downstate or Upstate class to get the information most pertinent to you as a practitioner.
Register online or mail or fax our registration form.
GRI-5 Buyers
Demonstrate your value to buyers from listing to closing. Satisfies NYS Fair Housing training requirement for license renewal.
Learn strategies to:
- Secure more buyer clients.
- Guide buyers through the process from pre-qualifying to closing.
- Assure Fair Housing compliance.
- Keep you, your clients, and customers safe.
(Satisfies New York State two-hour agency coursework requirement.)
Upcoming 2021 classes include:
- January 7-8
- March 15-16
- September 1-2
- December 1-2
Register online or mail or fax our registration form.
GRI-6 Sellers
Represent seller clients in a way that keeps them coming back.
Get a competitive advantage with strategies to:
- Gain more listings.
- Get clients to price to sell.
- Enhance your marketing.
- Avoid Fair Housing violations and safety concerns.(Satisfies New York State two-hour agency coursework requirement)
Upcoming 2021 classes include:
- April 8-9
- June 3-4
- August 26-27
- December 15-16
Register online or mail or fax our registration form.
GRI-7 Property
Learn about all the factors impacting value and close more deals. Discover the myriad elements that affect property value including:
- Types of housing.
- Appraisals and inspections.
- Neighborhoods and amenities.
- Energy efficiency and environmental issues.
- Lender requirements, and much more!
Upcoming 2021 classes include:
- February 16-17
- March 17-18
- August 18-19
- November 1-2
Register online or mail or fax our registration form.
GRI-8 Technology
Discover the latest tools to streamline your business and exceed client expectations. Learn how to be mobile and paperless in your real estate practice with tips on:
- Transaction management tools.
- Internet advertising and syndication.
- E-marketing and social media.
- Automation hardware, software, and apps.
Upcoming 2021 classes include:
- January 13-14
- April 21-22
- September 29-30
- November 22-23
Register online or mail or fax our registration form.