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Medium Of InstructionsMode Of LearningMode Of Delivery
EnglishSelf StudyVideo and Text Based

Course Overview

Housing is a highly lucrative business to explore in Africa and overseas - for both investors and companies. but only when you take excellent decisions and appropriately assess current market trends and circumstances. The Property Development and Investment online course is intended to provide applicants with the knowledge and skills needed to diversify their investment portfolios through real estate investments.

According to a Market research report, the total income of the African real estate sector was $26.6 million in 2019 based on leasing and renting of residential properties. The Property Development and Investment Training teaches students how to make informed investment decisions, successfully manage the property, and understand the terrain of entrepreneurship and property development.

The Property Development and Investment syllabus is designed by industry professionals. The program encourages students to learn how to create a market value report, business loan proposal, and commercial property management plan - the course also teaches new skills that can be implemented immediately in a commercial situation.

The Highlights

  • Online learning
  • Course provider Getsmarter
  • Downloadable resources
  • Shareable certificate
  • Self-paced learning
  • Split option of payment
  • 8 weeks duration
  • University of Cape Town offering
  • Course certified by ECSA
  • 7-10 hours per week
  • Projects and assessments

Programme Offerings

  • online learning
  • Case Studies
  • video lectures
  • Infographics
  • Live polls
  • Offline resources
  • Self-paced learning
  • quizzes.

Courses and Certificate Fees

Certificate AvailabilityCertificate Providing Authority
yesUCT Cape Town

Property Development and Investment Fees Structure

Fee type

Fee amount in INR

Property Development and Investment fees

Rs. 67,548

The Property Development and Investment fee is Rs. 61,962. At the time of enrolment, candidates will have two options of payment, full amount and split payments. Either candidates can pay the full course fee while enrolling or they can choose to pay the payment in 2 installments with an extra 3% charge as an admin fee. The fee can be paid with a credit/debit card or using an electronic fund transfer and bank transfer.

Installment Plan

1st installmentRequired before:

2025-01-28

Amount Due:

₹33,774.00 INR

2nd installmentRequired before:

2025-02-27

Amount Due:

₹33,774.00 INR


Eligibility Criteria

Certification Qualifying Details

To qualify for the Property Development and Investment certification, candidates should fulfill the requirements mentioned in the coursebook including completion of all learning modules, submission of assignments, projects, and participation in the classroom activities such as quizzes, polls, surveys, mock tests, case study, etc. The evaluation is purely based on a series of online submitted assignments and projects. Candidates must complete all the requirements outlined in the coursebook for certification.

What you will learn

Financial knowledgeKnowledge of Real Estate Sector

After completing the Property Development and Investment online training, Students will learn how to identify excellent real estate investment options and analyze industry trends. Candidates will get a comprehension of the underlying concepts of management, property development, and finance. Students will learn how to create a financially successful Real estate management plan that includes feasibility studies, market research, financial projections, and team upskilling.


Who it is for

  • The training is open to everyone who wants to invest and make a profit from real estate.
  • Individuals in the construction and real estate sectors who want to gain fresh insights and learn new strategies to capitalize on investment possibilities.
  • Professionals who are not present in the real estate sector but would like to learn the skills needed to enter into the real estate business.
  • Anyone who works in banking, accounting, law, i.e, Investment bankers, accountants, lawyers or another professional who deals with Real estate investments and wants to obtain important and practical information.

Admission Details

To get admission to the Property Development and Investment online course, follow the steps mentioned below:

Step 1. Open the official course page by following the provided link (https://www.getsmarter.com/products/uct-property-development-and-investment-online-short-course)

Step 2. Click on the ‘Register Now’ button to start the registration

Step 3. Agree with the provider’s terms and conditions and continue

Step 4. Create a profile on the Getsmarter by providing personal details

Step 5. Fill out the billing information and sponsor details if any

Step 6. Pay the fee and start learning at UCT via Getsmarter

The Syllabus

  • Recognise property as an asset class and how it differs from other types of investments
  • Identify the fundamental concepts associated with property development and investment
  • Articulate the steps involved in the property development and investment process
  • Analyse the property industry in the context of emerging countries and their markets

  • Identify the investors' objectives regarding their involvement and the end-goal of the project
  • Choose an investment option based on data, property commentaries, and the property market
  • Investigate the definition of property entrepreneurship and its main characteristics
  • Analyse the value of the investor's toolkit
  • Deconstruct the impact of the macro environment on investment decisions

  • Identify the documentation, duties, liabilities, and processes associated with property ownership
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the rules and regulations of town planning
  • Articulate the importance of town planning rules and regulations
  • Analyse the need for compliance and the consequences of non-compliance

  • Explain how to determine and maintain the property cash flow
  • Calculate the net operating income of a property development
  • Analyse property investment options as part of the decision-making process
  • Compare the different avenues of entry into property investment

  • Identify how the value of a property is determined and which factors affect it
  • Choose the most effective property valuation method based on the features of each approach
  • Investigate how property valuation will influence lending, taxation, and risk management
  • Predict the impact that a property’s valuation will have on lending, taxation, and risk management

  • Identify how to secure property funding through both traditional and non-traditional means
  • Choose whether to finance your property based on the feasibility of each option
  • Deduce what banks and lending institutions look for when financing a project
  • Deconstruct the concept of positive leverage and what banks look for
  • Evaluate finance and leverage considerations, prior to investing

  • Outline development ideas for, and the investor's role in, the development project
  • Execute market research on macro and micro environmental factors affecting the project
  • Analyse the importance of feasibility studies and how to conduct them
  • Assess the need for sustainability and green buildings
  • Predict the development team needed to complete the project and its financial returns
  • Produce a plan to develop a commercially viable property

  • Explain how to manage a property development or investment
  • Articulate the difference between property, facilities, and asset management
  • Distinguish the role of the property manager in relation to marketing, rent collection, maintenance, and benchmarking a property
  • Decide how to effectively market a property, including accounting for your target market and marketing platform
  • Draft an investment proposal for a commercially viable property development

Instructors

UCT Cape Town Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: What is property development?

Property development is purchasing a property, renovating it, and then either reselling it for a fee or leasing it out to clients.

2: How do I become a property developer?

By doing the Property development and Investment course from UCT, you can become a property developer.

3: How property developers make money?

Property developers generate money by maximizing the genuine worth of the property.

4: What is property investment?

Property investment is purchasing a property with the intention of improving it and then reselling or renting it in order to make a profit.

5: Which is the best property investment course?

The property development and investment course by UCT is the best property investment course.

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