Version: 5.00
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Author: John Mansfield / Janet Hontoir
Date: 08/08/2019
BSc (Hons) Real Estate
Management with
Foundation Year
Programme Specification 2019-20
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Summary Programme Details
Final Award
Award: Bachelor of Science with Honours
Title of (final) Programme: Real Estate Management
Credit points: 360
Level of award (QAA FHEQ): 6
Intermediate award(s)
Intermediate award 1: BSc Real Estate Management
Ordinary Degree
Credit points: 300
Level of award (QAA FHEQ): 6
Intermediate award 2: Diploma of Higher Education Real Estate Management
Credit points: 240
Level of award (QAA FHEQ): 5
Intermediate award 3: Certificate of Higher Education Property Studies
Credit points: 120
Level of award (QAA FHEQ): 4
Validation
Validating institution: University College of Estate Management (UCEM)
Date of last validation: October 2018
Date of next periodic review: March 2024
Professional accreditation/
recognition
Accrediting/recognising body: Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors
Details of the
accreditation/recognition:
BSc (Hons) award is accredited BSc (Hons) award
Date of last programme
accreditation/recognition:
BSc (Hons) award last accredited November 2015
Date of next periodic review: November 2020
Accrediting/recognising body: Chartered Association of Building Engineers
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Details of the
accreditation/recognition:
BSc (Hons) award is accredited
Date of last programme
accreditation/recognition:
BSc (Hons) award last accredited August 2015
Date of next periodic review: August 2020
Accrediting/recognising body: Property Services Regulatory Authority (Republic of
Ireland)
Details of the
accreditation/recognition:
Meets the minimum qualification requirements set out in
the Property Services (Regulation) Act 2011
(Qualifications) Regulations 2012, S.1. 181 of 2012
Date of last programme
accreditation/recognition:
N/A
Date of next periodic review: No time restriction
Miscellaneous
QAA benchmark statement: UK Quality Code for Higher Education
Part A: Setting and Maintaining Academic Standards
The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications of
UK Degree-Awarding Bodies (click here).
Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) Subject Benchmark
Statement: Land, Construction, Real Estate and
Surveying October 2016 (click here).
Date of commencement of
first delivery:
October 2019
Duration: 5 years
Maximum period of
registration:
In accordance with the Academic and Programme
Regulations for Students on BSc programmes with
Foundation Year.
UCAS Code: D440
Programme code: U6REF
Other coding as required: N/A
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Programme Overview Rationale
To present an internationally recognised programme in a flexible learning format, to
facilitate students who wish to study at their own pace with a high-quality learning
experience. The programme widens access for students to study from worldwide
destinations, and fulfils the needs of those who may wish to remain in employment while
studying, or who perhaps are not in a position, or do not wish to, attend a full-time or part-
time degree programme. The programme provides for students to study at their own pace,
allowing variable module/credit loads to be completed in each semester.
The Foundation Year, designed to appeal to a broad spectrum of students, is a fully
supported and integrated part of this programme. Students who successfully complete the
Foundation Year can progress to Level 4 of UCEM’s BSc (Hons) degrees. Therefore, this
BSc (Hons) with Foundation Year provides a higher education entry point for students who
have insufficient qualifications to enrol directly onto an BSc Honours Degree programme.
Upon successful completion of the Foundation Year, there may be an opportunity to
transfer to the apprenticeship programme.
The programme as a whole is for people who wish to gain an accredited academic
qualification, which meets the requirements to becoming a full member of the Royal
Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or other related professional bodies. The award
of the degree also acts as a platform for those wishing to study for postgraduate level
qualifications.
The programme is structured to deliver a fully rounded skillset for those wishing to practice
in real estate, and encompasses commercial property management, valuation, property
economics, property development and planning. Gaining this degree will enrich the
student’s knowledge of this vital area of modern commerce and industry, and strengthen
the student’s CV.
The programme is designed for existing and aspiring urban real estate practitioners,
including those who wish to study full time, and those who wish to work whilst studying.
The programme provides the founding base of knowledge for those looking to go on to
practice in the management and valuation of commercial real estate, and also commercial
real estate agency. It is suited to those looking to work in the real estate development
sector. The programme is suitable for those looking to change career direction, and also
school/college leavers looking to pursue a career in real estate.
The Project module is compulsory for all students, with the expectation that apprenticeship
scheme students will use data and information from within the workplace whereas non-
apprenticeship students may use data and information from within or beyond the
workplace. The Project module is the catalyst for students to reflect on their learning
throughout the programme and it hones their research and critical analysis skills, which,
for apprenticeship students, is an intrinsic part of the end-point assessment.
Students on the apprenticeship programme will also receive one full day face to face
workshop per semester to support their professional development. These workshops will
support students’ progress with their professional RICS Assessment of Professional
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Rationale
Competency (APC) diaries and with the reflection and review of the professional
competencies required for their particular RICS APC pathway.
Entry requirements
Entrants to this programme normally are required to have:
• 48 UCAS Tariff points please refer to the 2017 UCAS Tariff tables) or an equivalent level of attainment through recognised qualifications not included in the UCAS tariff;*
and
• Mathematics plus two other GCSE’s at grade C or above (Grade 4 for applicants holding newly reformed GCSEs in England) or equivalent,
The academic level of International qualifications that are not listed on the UCAS tariff will
be assessed using UK NARIC.
All UCEM programmes are taught and assessed in English. In addition to the programme
entry requirements listed above, all applicants will therefore be required to demonstrate
adequate proficiency in the language before being admitted to a programme:
• GCSE Grade C or above in English Language or English Literature (Grade 4 for
applicants holding newly reformed GCSEs in England), or an equivalent
qualification. For further information on equivalent qualifications please contact:
• Grade 5.5 or above, with at least 5.0 in the reading, writing and listening modules,
in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) test administered by
the British Council in the Social Sciences academic module.
• 79 or above in the Internet option, 213 or above in the computer-based option or
550 or above in the paper-based option, of the Teaching of English as a Foreign
Language (TOEFL) test.
• Grade C or above in Use of English at AS Level or its equivalent.
For English language requirements please click here.
*Recognised qualifications having an equivalent level of attainment as those recognised
by UCAS include: Higher National Certificate (HNC), Higher National Diploma (HND),
professional qualifications from recognised institutions, certain armed forces qualifications
and partially completed degrees. There are also a wide range of international
qualifications that are deemed to have UCAS point equivalent values. For more
information on equivalent qualifications please contact: [email protected].
If a student does not meet the standard entry requirements, and is over 21 years of age,
UCEM will consider the application on an individual basis. In these cases, the application
will be assessed by the Programme Leader, who will give careful consideration to any
professional and life experiences as well as any academic or vocational qualifications the
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student may hold. The student may be asked to provide a detailed personal statement
and/or a reference or letter of support from an employer or mentor to support the
application.
Applications are assessed in accordance with the UCEM Code of Practice: Admissions
and Recognition of Prior Learning (click here).
Students may apply to enter the programme in either semester.
Recognition of prior certificated learning (RPCL) or recognition of prior experiential
learning (RPEL) routes into the Programme
UCEM policy and procedures for Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPEL) and
Recognition of Prior Certificated Learning (RPCL) are set out in the UCEM Code of
Practice: Admissions and Recognition of Prior Learning. This policy statement takes
precedence in any such decision.
RPEL may be used for admission onto the Foundation Year in accordance with the entry
requirements stated in the section above. However, RPEL and RPCL do not normally
enable transfer of credit into this programme nor enable exemption from any component
on this programme.
Programme progression
For details of progression arrangements, please view the Academic and Programme Regulations for Students on BSc programmes with Foundation Year. Successful completion of the Foundation Year will enable progression onto Level 4 of the BSc (Hons) programme. Upon successful completion of the Foundation Year, there may be an opportunity to transfer to the apprenticeship programme. Successful completion of the BSc may enable the student to progress onto one of our MSc programmes.
Award Regulations
For details of award arrangements, please view the Academic and Programme
Regulations for Students on BSc programmes with Foundation Year.
Career prospects
The following provide a range of the types of careers that students pursue after
completing this programme.
Estate and property management:
• Auctioneering, rating, taxation, property investment, portfolio management and
rent reviews;
• Valuing for mortgages, rates, rents and inheritance tax;
• Facilities management, covering tangible assets, support services and people.
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Career prospects
Finance, investment and development:
• Advising on development, land purchase or compensation for compulsory
purchase;
• Financial aspects of real estate, including the sale, purchase and portfolio
management of investment property and the financing of real estate projects;
• Working with and understanding the roles of bankers, accountants, developers and
major institutional investors in real estate.
Appraisal, agency and building management:
• Valuing for purchase, sale, letting, investment, mortgage, rating, insurance,
compensation or taxation;
• Negotiating for sale, purchase, leasing or auction
• Managing and maintaining residential, commercial and industrial property.
Planning & Development:
• All aspects of urban and rural planning;
• Advising on economics, amenities, conservation and urban renewal schemes;
• Working with planners to implement plans within a given timescale and budget.
Programme Aims Programme aims
The UCEM BSc (Hons) Real Estate Management programme provides students with a
rigorous understanding of the principles and practices involved in commercial property
management, valuation, planning and development surveying, to undergraduate degree
level. The programme reflects the academic underpinning necessary to prepare students
for a career as a surveyor, predominantly via membership of RICS and other related
professional bodies. Students are provided with a progressive development of knowledge
and skills over four levels of study.
The Foundation Year provides students with a broad, basic and contextual understanding
of the built environment sector. It also provides them with the necessary academic study
skills of literacy, numeracy, digital literacies skills and personal and professional skills
necessary to progress onto Level 4 of the BSc (Hons). The acquisition of skills is driven by
the contextual learning and the skills developed will be transferable across to other study
programmes and other industries.
The programme is designed to ensure that graduates have a stimulating and challenging
education, which prepares them well for their professional career. It also aims to produce
capable individuals with the potential to progress to professional status and prepare for
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advancement to postgraduate qualifications. Students will develop a broad range of skills,
which are transferable across other professions and industries.
Market and internationalisation
This programme is aimed at UK and international students. While UK law, regulatory
controls and practice are at the core of the study materials, the programme aims to
contextualise within an international framework. Where possible, comparative examples
are used to highlight the difference in regional approaches, and thus foster further
understanding of the principles and applications introduced.
Learning Outcomes Having successfully completed the programme, the student will have met the following
learning outcomes.
Level 3 Relevant
modules
A – Knowledge and
understanding
A3.1 Explain and describe the features of buildings,
relating to their construction, material and stakeholder
requirements.
3PEOBLD,
3MATMET
A3.2 Describe and outline the nature of land,
landscapes and communities, recognising the
constraints on the supply and utility of land.
3PEOBLD,
3LANBLD
A3.3 Define and summarise the main features of the
land and residential property markets.
3LANBLD,
3MARBLD
A3.4 Explain the different types of property tenure and
indicate the implications in the management of
buildings.
3PEOBLD,
3MARBLD
B – Intellectual skills B3.1 Recall and select concepts and principles and
relate these to a range of topics in the built
environment
3PEOBLD,
3LANBLD,
3MATMET,
3MARBLD
B3.2 Recognise and explain relevant topical issues in
the built environment,
3PEOBLD,
3LANBLD,
3MATMET,
3MARBLD
B3.3 Identify and discuss actions and solutions to a
range of basic problems.
3PEOBLD,
3LANBLD,
3MATMET,
3MARBLD
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Level 3 Relevant
modules
B3.4 Demonstrate the use of programme concepts
and principles
3PEOBLD,
3LANBLD,
3MATMET,
3MARBLD
C – Subject practical
skills
C3.1 Prepare and present visual material using simple
drawings, sketches, photographs and diagrams.
3PEOBLD,
3LANBLD,
3MATMET,
3MARBLD
C3.2 Measure and draw a plan
3PEOBLD,
3MATMET
C3.3 Use mathematics to provide information and
solutions.
3PEOBLD,
3LANBLD,
3MATMET,
3MARBLD
C3.4 Use a range of digital tools effectively. 3PEOBLD,
3LANBLD,
3MATMET,
3MARBLD
D – Key /
Transferable skills
D3.1 Communicate effectively through a range of
media formats deploying written, digital literacies and
numerical skills.
3PEOBLD,
3LANBLD,
3MATMET,
3MARBLD
D3.2 Identify the key environmental, social, political
and economic considerations associated with
sustainable development and innovation in the built
environment.
3PEOBLD,
3LANBLD,
3MATMET,
3MARBLD
D3.3 Apply self-direction in study and work using own
initiative.
3PEOBLD,
3LANBLD,
3MATMET,
3MARBLD
D3.4 Manage time effectively and efficiently. 3PEOBLD,
3LANBLD,
3MATMET,
3MARBLD
D3.5 Develop digital literacies 3PEOBLD,
3LANBLD,
3MATMET,
3MARBLD
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Level 4 Relevant
modules
A – Knowledge and
understanding
A4.1 Describe the form and context of professional
practice.
4BLTENV,
4REGFMK,
4LAWBEV
A4.2 Explain management theory and interpret data.
4BLTENV,
4OPDMAN,
4CONTEA,
4PRIVAL,
4LAWBEV
A4.3 Demonstrate knowledge of the ethical,
legislative and regulatory systems that guide
professional practice.
4BLTENV,
4OPDMAN,
4CONTEA,
4PRIVAL,
4LAWBEV
B – Intellectual skills B4.1 Demonstrate a basic understanding of subject-
specific concepts, principles and theories
4BLTENV,
4OPDMAN,
4REGFMK,
4CONTEA,
4PRIVAL,
4LAWBEV
B4.2 Collate, summarise and analyse information.
4BLTENV,
4OPDMAN,
4REGFMK,
4CONTEA,
4LAWBEV
B4.3 Demonstrate an ability to solve basic numerical
problems using appropriate techniques.
4BLTENV,
4OPDMAN,
4REGFMK,
4PRIVAL
C – Subject practical
skills
C4.1 Use appropriate evaluation techniques to solve
problems.
4BLTENV,
4OPDMAN,
4CONTEA,
4PRIVAL,
4LAWBEV
C4.2 Interpret practical results with guidance.
4BLTENV,
4OPDMAN,
4REGFMK,
4CONTEA,
4PRIVAL,
4LAWBEV
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Level 4 Relevant
modules
C4.3 Present results of investigations in various
formats.
4BLTENV,
4OPDMAN,
4REGFMK,
4CONTEA,
4PRIVAL,
4LAWBEV
D – Key /
Transferable skills
D4.1 Manage, develop and plan individual learning 4BLTENV,
4PRIVAL
D4.2 Identify and apply a range of numerical
techniques.
4OPDMAN,
4PRIVAL,
4BLTENV
D4.3 Communicate information effectively.
4OPDMAN,
4REGFMK,
4CONTEA,
4PRIVAL,
4LAWBEV
D4.4 Develop a knowledge and understanding of
the principles of sustainability.
4REGFMK,
4BLTENV,
4CONTEA,
4LAWBEV,
4PRIVAL
Level 5 Relevant
modules
A – Knowledge and
understanding
A5.1 Examine the techniques used in property
valuation for various purposes.
5VALUAT,
5ECOBEN,
5PRODEV,
5OPPRMA
A5.2 Interpret the legal framework informing
contemporary valuation, planning and property
management practice.
5VALUAT,
5PLPRPO,
5PROLAW,
5PRODEV,
5OPPRMA
A5.3 Process and interpret data from various
sources.
5VALUAT,
5ECOBEN,
5PLPRPO,
5PROLAW,
5PRODEV,
5OPPRMA
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Level 5 Relevant
modules
B – Intellectual skills B5.1 Identify and apply appropriate techniques and
methods to differing scenarios.
5VALUAT,
5ECOBEN,
5PLPRPO,
5PROLAW,
5PRODEV,
5OPPRMA
B5.2 Select and apply appropriate techniques of
appraisal, analysis and research.
5VALUAT,
5ECOBEN,
5PLPRPO,
5PROLAW,
5PRODEV,
5OPPRMA
B5.3 Apply a range of methods to solve problems. 5VALUAT,
5ECOBEN,
5PLPRPO,
5PROLAW,
5PRODEV,
5OPPRMA
C – Subject practical
skills
C5.1 Produce professional-standard reports for
various purposes.
5VALUAT,
5PLPRPO,
5PROLAW,
5PRODEV,
5OPPRMA
C5.2 Recognise and comment on the ethical
dilemmas associated with the modules.
5VALUAT,
5PLPRPO,
5PROLAW,
5PRODEV,
5OPPRMA
C5.3 Discuss the importance of environmental, social
and governance criteria to professional practice
5ECOBEN,
5PROLAW,
5PRODEV,
5OPPRMA
D – Key /
Transferable skills
D5.1 Communicate and collaborate effectively using
a range of media.
5VALUAT,
5ECOBEN,
5PLPRPO,
5PROLAW,
5PRODEV,
5OPPRMA
D5.2 Work independently and manage time
efficiently.
5VALUAT,
5ECOBEN,
5PLPRPO,
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Level 5 Relevant
modules
5PROLAW,
5PRODEV,
5OPPRMA
D5.3 Identify and solve problems and make
decisions through reflective thinking and
analysis.
5VALUAT,
5ECOBEN,
5PLPRPO,
5PROLAW,
5PRODEV,
5OPPRMA
D5.4 Identify where and how sustainable principles
can be adopted thereby considering wider
sustainable opportunities and constraints.
5PLPRPO,
5PRODEV,
5ECOBEN,
5TARPMA,
5VALUAT
Level 6 Relevant
modules
A – Knowledge and
understanding
A6.1 Awareness and systematic understanding of
issues and the wider business environment
including the political, economic, legal, social,
technological, cultural, ethical, health and
safety, sustainability and global influences
within which real estate consultancies and their
clients operate.
6STPRMA,
6APPVAL,
6APPDEV,
6STAVAL,
6REEINV,
6PROJT1
A6.2 Critically evaluate the theories and techniques
utilised in the valuation, development and
management of real estate.
6STPRMA,
6APPVAL,
6APPDEV,
6STAVAL,
6REEINV
A6.3 Critically evaluate research methods and
demonstrate synthesis of a range of data in a
research investigation.
6REEINV,
6PROJT1
A6.4 Demonstrate a critical appreciation of the
uncertainties, ambiguities and limits of
knowledge and practice in the field of real
estate management.
6STPRMA,
6APPVAL,
6APPDEV,
6STAVAL,
6REEINV,
6PROJT1
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Level 6 Relevant
modules
B – Intellectual skills B6.1 Critically analyse and transfer appropriate
knowledge and methods from one topic to
another within or between modules.
6STPRMA,
6APPVAL,
6APPDEV,
6STAVAL,
6REEINV,
6PROJT1
B6.2 Critical evaluation of existing techniques and
paradigms in professional context.
6STPRMA,
6APPVAL,
6APPDEV,
6STAVAL,
6REEINV,
6PROJT1
B6.3 Design and present an independent
investigation that demonstrates research and
synthesis of data and effective communication
of results.
6PROJT1
C – Subject practical
skills
C6.1 Acquire, analyse and critically evaluate data
and judge its relevance and validity to a range
of real estate situations.
6STPRMA,
6APPVAL,
6APPDEV,
6STAVAL,
6REEINV,
6PROJT1
C6.2 Critically assess the validity and rigour of a
range of published research and assess its
relevance to further research.
6STPRMA,
6APPVAL,
6APPDEV,
6STAVAL,
6REEINV,
6PROJT1
C6.3 Select and apply technology and decision
analysis tools to solve complex problems.
6STPRMA,
6APPVAL,
6APPDEV,
6STAVAL,
6REEINV,
6PROJT1
D – Key /
Transferable skills
D6.1 Collaborate effectively with others. 6REEINV
D6.2 Communicate effectively and professionally in
a range of mediums to both industry and
academic stakeholders
6STPRMA,
6APPVAL,
6APPDEV,
6STAVAL,
6REEINV,
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Level 6 Relevant
modules
6PROJT1
D6.3 Demonstrate the ability to identify, use,
interrogate, interpret and critically evaluate a
range of sources of information.
6STPRMA,
6APPVAL,
6APPDEV,
6STAVAL,
6REEINV,
6PROJT1
D6.4 Demonstrate competence in applying learning
experience to practical real estate situations.
6STPRMA
6APPVAL
6APPDEV
6STAVAL
6REEINV
6PROJT1
D6.5 Have developed the attitudes and applied skills
to make informed decisions that reflect care,
concern and responsibility for themselves, for
others and the environment, now and in the
future.
6STPRMA
6REEINV
6APPDEV
6STAVAL
6APPVAL
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Programme Structure Code Module Level Credits Core
/Elective
*3PEOBLD People and Buildings 3 20 Core
*3LANBLD Land and Buildings 3 20 Core
*3MATMET Material, Methods and Buildings 3 20 Core
*3MARBLD Markets and Buildings 3 20 Core
4BLTENV Introduction to the Built Environment 4 20 Core
4LAWBEV Law for the Built Environment 4 20 Core
4REGFMK Introduction to Regulatory Frameworks 4 20 Core
4CONTEA Construction Technology for Real Estate 4 20 Core
4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation 4 20 Core
4OPDMAN Operational and Data Management 4 20 Core
5PLPRPO Planning Practice and Policy 5 20 Core
5ECOBEN Economics for the Built Environment 5 20 Core
5VALUAT Valuation – The Five Methods 5 20 Core
5PROLAW Property Law 5 20 Core
5PRODEV Property Development 5 20 Core
5OPPRMA Operational Property Management 5 20 Core
6STPRMA Strategic Property Management 6 20 Core
6APPVAL Applied Valuation 6 20 Core
6APPRDE Applied Property Development 6 20 Elective
6STAVAL Statutory Valuations 6 20 Elective
6REEINV Investment Appraisal and Portfolio
Management
6 20 Core
6PROJT1 Project 6 40 Core
Notes
*In the Foundation Year each module is thematic and standalone; there is no progression
between modules and no pre-requisites are necessary. All modules involve the
development of a range of study skills. All four foundation modules must be passed before
progressing to level 4.
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Delivery Structure
Autumn Entry
Foundation Year, Semester 1
Module Block Level
People and Buildings A 3
Land and Buildings B 3
Foundation Year, Semester 2
Module Block Level
Materials, Methods and Buildings A 3
Markets and Buildings B 3
Year 1, Semester 1
Module Block Level
Introduction to the Built Environment A 4
Law for the Built Environment B 4
Year 1, Semester 2
Module Block Level
Introduction to Regulatory Frameworks A 4
Construction Technology for Real Estate B 4
Year 2, Semester 1
Module Block Level
Principles of Valuation A 4
Operational and Data Management B 4
Year 2, Semester 2
Module Block Level
Planning Practice and Policy A 5
Economics for the Built Environment B 5
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Year 3, Semester 1
Module Block Level
Valuation: The Five Methods A 5
Property Law B 5
Year 3, Semester 2
Module Block Level
Property Development A 5
Operational Property Management B 5
Year 4, Semester 1
Module Block Level
Strategic Property Management A 6
Applied Valuation B 6
Project A & B 6
Year 4, Semester 2
Module Block Level
Statutory Valuation, or
Applied Property Development
A 6
Investment Appraisal and Portfolio
Management
B 6
Project A & B 6
Delivery Structure
Spring Entry
Foundation Year, Semester 1
Module Block Level
People and Buildings A 3
Land and Buildings B 3
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Foundation Year, Semester 2
Module Block Level
Materials, Methods and Buildings A 3
Markets and Buildings B 3
Year 1, Semester 1
Module Block Level
Introduction to Regulatory Frameworks A 4
Construction Technology for Real Estate B 4
Year 1, Semester 2
Module Block Level
Introduction to the Built Environment A 4
Law for the Built Environment B 4
Year 2, Semester 1
Module Block Level
Planning Practice and Policy A 4
Economics for the Built Environment B 4
Year 2, Semester 2
Module Block Level
Principals of Valuation A 5
Operational and Data Management B 5
Year 3, Semester 1
Module Block Level
Property Development A 5
Operational Property Management B 5
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Year 3, Semester 2
Module Block Level
Valuation: The Five Methods A 5
Property Law B 5
Year 4, Semester 1
Module Block Level
Statutory Valuation, or
Applied Property Development
A 6
Investment Appraisal and Portfolio
Management
B 6
Project A & B 6
Year 4, Semester 2
Module Block Level
Strategic Property Management A 6
Applied Valuation B 6
Project A & B 6
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Module Summaries
Core Modules
People and Buildings
This module aims to examine the relationships between buildings and the people who
create, own and use them. It considers how the external and internal design of buildings
fits their purpose and performs different functions for different stakeholder groups. It aims
to stress the importance of sustainability in the design and use of buildings.
Throughout this module, the core skills needed to succeed when studying in Higher
Education are developed to support progression onto a bachelor’s programme accredited
by Professional, Statutory and Regulatory Body(ies) (PSRBs). These skills include:
Classification and presentation of data; online research; reading and listening
comprehension; writing descriptions and summaries; creating a presentation, measuring,
drawing and calculating quantities.
Land and Buildings
This module aims to consider and examine the land on which buildings are constructed. It
considers the different types of land, landscape and land use, the demand for, and supply
of land. It considers the different types of communities which establish themselves on
land. It also stresses the importance of sustainability in the way in which land is developed
and used.
Throughout this module, the core skills needed to succeed when studying in Higher
Education are developed to support progression onto a bachelor’s programme accredited
by Professional, Statutory and Regulatory Body(ies) (PSRBs). These skills include:
Collecting data from multiple sources, understanding maps, reading and listening
comprehension, writing descriptions and summaries, using simple statistical methods,
drawing graphs and charts, performing calculations on building density and size.
Materials, Methods and Buildings
This module aims to explore the materials and methods used when creating buildings and
the issues concerning these materials and methods. It considers the costs and benefits of
creating and improving buildings. It also stresses the sustainable sourcing and use of
building materials.
Throughout this module, the core skills needed to succeed when studying in Higher
Education are developed to support progression onto a bachelor’s programme accredited
by Professional, Statutory and Regulatory Body(ies) (PSRBs). These skills include:
Classification and presentation of data which may include, online research, reading and
listening comprehension, writing descriptions, summaries and business communications,
creating a presentation, calculating areas and volumes and comparing costs and benefits.
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Markets for Buildings
This module aims to investigate the markets in which residential and commercial buildings
are bought and sold, leased and rented. It considers the responsibilities of owning and
managing buildings and briefly outlines how buildings are valued for investment purposes.
It stresses economic and social sustainability in housing markets.
Throughout this module, the core skills needed to succeed when studying in Higher
Education are developed to support progression onto a bachelor’s programme accredited
by Professional, Statutory and Regulatory Body(ies) (PSRBs). These skills include:
Explaining cause and effect relationships which may include, collecting data from multiple
sources, performing calculations on data and drawing graphical representations, planning
and writing a formal report and performing interest rate calculations.
Introduction to the Built Environment
This module covers the core skills needed to succeed when studying in Higher Education,
and when progressing toward accreditation with Professional Statutory and Regulatory
Bodies (PSRBs).
This module provides an introduction to the different roles involved in surveying, real
estate and architectural technology professions. The main emphasis of the learning
focuses on the student’s ability to communicate information in clear and concise terms.
Law for the Built Environment
This module enables the student to develop a basic understanding of aspects of the law in
as much as they relate to the property and construction sectors in England and Wales as
well as in Scotland. This will include an understanding of terminology used and the
relevant principles of tort (delict in Scotland) and contract law. This module provides the
underpinning legal knowledge for further legal studies later in the programme.
Introduction to Regulatory Frameworks
This module provides an introduction to the fundamental legislative and regulatory
frameworks under the law in England and Wales, as it affects people working in the fields
of surveying, construction management, real estate and architectural design technology. It
will focus on the planning process, building controls, codes of practice, professional
standards and management of health and safety.
Construction Technology for Real Estate
This module is designed specifically for Real Estate students to gain an understanding of
the basic construction of generic building types and enable students to be able to
understand these building types in the context of other modules and in their professional
work.
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Principles of Valuation
This module sets property valuation in the broad economic and financial context and
examines the purpose of property valuations. It considers the stakeholders in the valuation
process and regulatory, ethical and sustainability issues. It also provides an overview of
the main valuation methodologies for valuing freehold and leasehold interests.
Operational and Data Management
This module explores the question of “what is management?” and seeks to distinguish it
from leadership. It explains the role and function of management within organisations in
the construction and the built environment. It also considers the external environment and
the role of change as a central theme, as organisations seek to come to terms with issues
that are constantly impacting – both positively and negatively – on the people,
management and structures of organisations. The module also considers the wealth of
information available within the business environment, how to determine the relevance of
such data, and to apply it to the built environment in order to assist in strategy-formation
and decision-making.
Planning Practice and Policy
This module introduces the planning system. It aims to develop students’ understanding of
legislation, policy, issues and sustainable solutions both within a UK context and by
including a wider international perspective. Planning has never been so prominent in the
national debate, and it generates controversy either on a large scale – such as with
infrastructure projects – or on a smaller scale, such as where there is often local
disagreement.
The module comprises the role and purpose of planning, and how it is organised, why
policy is required and at what level it is best developed. It also looks at a range of the main
policies and their issues, within a sustainability context, and the main responses to the
contemporary planning issues with a critical analysis of them.
Economics for the Built Environment
This module investigates a range of ideas and techniques relating to the practice of
property economics. This will include both micro- and macro-economics. In its simplest
form, micro-economics is concerned with choice and decision making by the individual
and the firm in the marketplace, and the operation of markets. Whereas, macro-
economics is the study of the economy, whether that be nationally or internationally.
The overarching intention of the module is to introduce a range of vast economics ideas,
and then to explore how they help make sense of the central place of the property,
construction, estate management and other sectors within the national and global
economy.
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Valuation – The Five Methods
This module examines the traditional property valuation methods: comparative,
investment, residual, profits and cost-based. There is also an introduction to modern
methods of valuation. The module is primarily based on calculation and analysis and aims
to develop the skills required to undertake valuations of the most common property types,
namely residential, offices, retail and industrial. It aims to develop a sound understanding
of the methods and their application and, together with the valuation context, underpins
Applied Valuations studied at level 6.
Property Law
This module provides an introduction to the system of land law in England and Wales. It
gives students grounding on the basic principles of ownership of land (freehold and
leasehold), including acquisition and protection of third-party rights. It also provides an
understanding of the common law, the statutory rules governing the landlord and tenant
relationship, and aims to develop an analytical approach to legal problem-solving.
Property Development
This module examines the process of developing land and the regulatory factors that
determine and guide what can be developed. These factors are then reflected in the
valuation of the development land through the preliminary assessment method – the
residual appraisal. Site layout, scheme design and unit specification are considered
through the broader sustainability lens. The specific issues of contamination and
remediation, heritage conservation, and refurbishment and conversion are also
addressed.
Operational Property Management
This module covers the importance of operational property management in the
commercial, retail and residential sectors. There is an investigation of the key property
management principles, the interpretation of clients' goals within a property management
strategy and the optimisation of the performance of a property portfolio. The module will
explain how to apply appropriate legislation and ethical responsibilities in a property
manager's role.
Strategic Property Management
This module critically explores the importance of strategic property management to
various stakeholders and to property portfolios of all sizes in commercial, residential and
retail sectors. The module examines key issues such as the strategic use of property,
property performance evaluation, positive tenant management and life cycle planning and
evaluates how these issues inform the development of strategic advice.
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Applied Valuation
This module covers the application of valuation principles to more complex situations and
introduces more sophisticated valuation concepts including discounted cash flow
techniques and specialist valuation processes. It develops students’ understanding of both
theoretical and practical limitations in valuing property and its environments and how
these affect value. It also considers the application of professional regulations in valuation
work and issues of professional negligence and valuation accuracy.
Statutory Valuations
The aim of this module is to equip the student with the knowledge and skills to carry out
valuations for statutory purposes, specifically for compulsory purchase, planning
compensation and rating. The module demonstrates how valuation principles and practice
are applied to the artificial statutory context, and further underlines the importance of
relevant case law to assessments, and the principles that underpin these disciplines.
Students’ understanding and skills within these disciplines are enhanced in order to
provide appropriate and reflective advice and valuations to (non-specialist) clients.
Applied Property Development
This module examines further aspects of the property development process. The
importance of client briefing to a scheme’s regulatory progress is emphasized along with a
critical consideration of negotiated planning agreements. The appraisal of development
opportunities is considered through the period-by-period cash flow and discounted cash
flow approaches. The risks within the development appraisal process are assessed
through the use of sensitivity analysis and other methods, and the ways in which the
whole process can be funded is assessed.
Investment Appraisal and Portfolio Management
This module aims to develop the student’s ability to understand and analyse investments.
It will allow them to recognise property as an investment asset within the overall spectrum
of other investment categories.
Principles of investment, risk, investment appraisal and portfolio management will be
considered in this module to ensure the development of practical skills that enable
informed investment decisions for clients.
Project
This module requires students to develop their research skills whilst providing them with a
vehicle to conduct a self-directed investigation and research that reflects their studies in
the relevant Programme. The topics selected are expected to reflect the issues that
concern the built environment and /or the businesses and organisations that operate
within it.
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Learning, Teaching and Assessment Study support: Induction Module:
All students are expected to complete the non-credit bearing Induction Module before the
programme commences.
The purpose of the Induction Module is to:
• begin to prepare the student for studying with UCEM;
• enable UCEM to identify further ways in which the Institution may be able to
facilitate and support the student as they progress through their learning journey.
There are a variety of resources which will help the student to get started. These include
tutorials regarding how to use the VLE (Virtual Learning Environment), the VitalSource
Bookshelf, the UCEM e-Library and information regarding how to join a webinar. All of this
information is key to having a successful start to supported online learning with UCEM.
There is a non-compulsory, ‘Writing in Your Own Words’ e-learning resource and
associated quiz. This resource aims to provide the student with relevant examples of
referencing, and a clear understanding of what plagiarism is and how to avoid it.
Additionally, the ‘Readiness for Learning’ questionnaire, prompts the student to consider
the practicalities surrounding their studies. This element of the Induction Module is non-
compulsory but designed to provide feedback to the Institution in order to identify further
ways in which UCEM may be able to facilitate and support the student as they progress.
Further information relating to study skills support is also included.
Student learning support:
The programme is delivered via UCEM’s Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) and
academic teaching and support is provided online giving student’s access to UCEM tutors
and other students worldwide.
UCEM’s ‘Student Central’ will act as the main point of contact for students throughout the
duration of their programme. In addition, the programme has a dedicated programme
administrator.
The academic team will guide and support students’ learning. Furthermore, all students
who do not engage with initial assessment or the VLE will receive additional support from
the Programme team. Other UCEM administrative teams provide support for assessments
and technical issues including ICT. Each student, wherever their location, will have access
to a wealth of library and online materials to support their studies. International students
will be supported through international case studies and guest speakers from the region
will be invited to UCEM’s webinar delivery.
Special Needs support is provided via a dedicated Disability and Wellbeing team at
UCEM. The Learning and Teaching Enhancement Team work with departments to
promote student retention, achievement and success. This work is achieved through a
multi-faceted approach, which consists of:
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Student learning support:
• identifying students who are at risk of deferring, suspending and/or with-drawing at
specific points in the academic calendar;
• working with academics to identify ways in which student success can be further
facilitated;
• supporting both students and academic staff through timely interventions which
may include creating support materials and providing academic study skills support
through academic skills surgeries.
Relevant research is also carried out to inform proactive interventions, and to develop
policy and practice.
English language support:
English is the common language for all UCEM programmes. It is appreciated that some
students will need additional support. For those students whose first language is not
English, or those students who wish to develop their English Language skills, additional
support is provided through online resources on the VLE in the resource ‘Developing
Academic Writing’. The resource includes topics such as sentence structure, writing
essays and guidance aimed at developing students’ study skills.
Personal and professional development:
The programme will allow students to develop both personally and professionally. The
Foundation Year will enable them to enhance their academic skills and to ensure that
these are of a sufficient standard to be able to study a BSc (Hons) programme online. At
the same time, it will give them a broad knowledge and understanding of the built
environment topics that they will be studying at degree level later. Those working in the
built environment will be able to make links between these topics and the work done by
their employer; those not working in the built environment will benefit from good insight
into the work they hope to be doing subsequently.
The programme will also help students develop professional skills e.g. time management,
working to deadlines and prioritisation of tasks; being up-to-date in their knowledge and
aware of issues arising in the external environment; and an ability to make connections
between concepts and people. Mature students may have accumulated significant
competency with these skills already but will be assisted to develop them further.
Students are undertaking vocational programmes that are intrinsically linked to the
accrediting professional bodies. Students are encouraged and supported to understand
the need for the recognition of these bodies and guided as to how to meet the professional
membership requirements. More generally, UCEM has a dedicated careers advisor to
ensure students have appropriate access to careers education, information, advice and
guidance.
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Programme specific support:
Each programme has a Programme Leader, Module Leaders and Module Tutors to
support the students throughout their time with the Programme. The UCEM staff are
accessible during normal UK working hours, during which they also monitor the 24/7
forums asynchronously and provide encouragement, assistance and necessary tutor and
student feedback services. Access to the UCEM e-Library is on a 24/7 basis and UCEM
has a full-time librarian during normal UK working hours.
Additional and specific support will be available for students taking the Foundation Year
modules. Module leaders and module tutors will be in regular contact with the students via
the online forums and webinars and will expect no previous knowledge or experience of
the subject-matter. The approach and advice will take into account the lower level of study
(Level 3) and there will be regular formative feedback on the students’ tasks as well as
support throughout on the development of the necessary academic skills.
Learning & Teaching Strategy
Knowledge and understanding
The teaching, learning and assessment strategy for the programme is guided by the UCEM-
wide Learning, Teaching and Assessment (LTA) Strategy. The approach adopted is learner-
centred, but supported and guided, as appropriate to supported online learning.
Students can acquire knowledge in the modules through online learning resources available
to them, including customised text material, core texts, web-based material and media for
communication. These are complemented by teaching sessions using various medias, for
enhancement of the learning experience.
Students are encouraged to research beyond the material provided, and undertake self-
directed learning throughout their programme, increasing this towards the final stage – such
as the Project module – with self-directed learning and problem-solving, combined with
Supervisor guidance.
The particular emphasis in the Foundation Year is the development and enhancement of
academic skills and capability. Therefore, the study material provides the underpinning
knowledge that supports the students’ engagement in the learning tasks. The students’
performance in these tasks will be given a formative grade and feedback by the tutors. This
means that students can identify the strengths and improve upon the weaknesses in their
ePortfolio before submission and thus enhance their academic performance overall.
Intellectual skills
Learning and teaching methods are applied to enable the development of cognitive skills.
These skills are aligned to those used by real estate professionals but also meet the needs
of those working in other industries. These skills are developed through interaction with
multi-media learning resources, self-directed learning and via participation in student-centred
learning activities. The approach to assessment is tutor-guided and, formative feedback on
these skills is given appropriate emphasis.
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Learning & Teaching Strategy
Subject practical skills
The subject themes of the programme introduce the theoretical foundations in the
Foundation Year to enable students to progress, then continue to introduce theoretical
foundations and techniques at level 4 and develop them in an increasingly applied and
specialised context through levels 5 and 6.
Examples of the subjects specific to real estate management include the Construction
Technology for Real Estate and Principles of Valuation at level 4, Planning Policy and
Practice Property Development and Operational Property Management at level 5 and
Applied Valuation, Statutory Valuation, Strategic Property Management and Investment
Appraisal and Portfolio Management at level 6.
Business economics and management are covered in Operational and Data Management
and Economics for the Built Environment at levels 4 and 5 respectively.
The Law for the Built Environment module in level 4 provides a general legal background to
contract law which is further developed at level 5 in the Property Law module and then
aspects of these modules are applied at level 6 in Strategic Property Management.
The subject of valuation is developed throughout the levels of the programme. Principles of
Valuation at level 4 provides the basic theoretical and mathematical foundations for the
subject. At level 5 the module Valuation, the Five Methods, covers the principal methods of
valuation in more detail then at level 6 specialist valuation approaches are developed in the
modules Applied Valuation, Applied Property Development, Statutory Valuations and
Investment Appraisal and Portfolio Management.
The theme of planning and development is advanced from level 4 Principles of Valuation
through to the level 5 modules Planning Policy and Practice and Property Development and
then extended in Applied Property Development at level 6.
Key/Transferable skills
The Induction Module sets out the importance of transferable skills. These skills are
developed through the programme, utilising study and assessment. This can be via virtual
learning environment (VLE) discussion, tuition discussion, problem-solving exercises –
which are conducted individually or in groups – and coursework, which provides the ideal
combination to internalise these aspects though different learning methods.
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Assessment Strategy
The aim of UCEM’s assessments is to allow students an opportunity to demonstrate what
they have learned using a range of formats and which encourage critical self-reflection
linked to personal development. To support this, assessments are clearly related to learning
outcomes and the activities within the module support students in achieving these.
UCEM’s practice is to require assessments to be vocationally and professionally
relevant. This involves the generation of a tasks based on problems, scenarios or case
studies from recent real-world situations that reflect and/or replicate the vocational
requirements of the industry and the international nature of the subject matter.
By studying one module at a time, students will be able to focus on each module’s
assessment individually, without the pressures of conflicting deadlines.
Students are also provided with formative assessment opportunities to provide constructive
feedback to motivate and guide them through their learning. Students are encouraged to
engage in group discussions and collaborative learning with their peers and tutors.
Foundation Year
The summative assessment methods in the Foundation Year modules comprise of:
an ePortfolio or;
an ePortfolio and a computer marked assessment
Levels 4 – 6
The summative assessment methods in Levels 4-6 modules comprise of:
a piece of coursework or;
a piece of coursework and a computer marked assessment
Coursework could include activities such as essays, reports, portfolios, reflections, problem
or short questions or presentations.
QAA Benchmark Mapping
See Appendix A.
Please note that the Foundation Year is integral to each BSc (Hons) programme and is
designed to provide contextual study and higher education skills required to enable
applicants who do not hold the required qualifications to progress to BSc (Hons) entry.
Accordingly, the Foundation Year supports the QAA subject benchmark statement for Land,
Construction, Real Estate and Surveying programmes at Level 4 and above but does not
map directly.
PSRB Benchmark Mapping
See Appendix B.
(Applicable to levels 4-6 only)
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Appendix A: QAA Benchmark Mapping Table 1: Benchmark Standards - Subject-specific knowledge and understanding on graduating with an honours degree in Land,
Construction, Real Estate and Surveying
Threshold
Programmes broadly
concerned with real
estate
Graduates will be able to: Demonstrated in:
i. Demonstrate an appreciation of the survey,
measurement and technical analysis supporting
real estate assets
4BLTENV Introduction to the Built Environment
which introduces students to professional bodies and
their purposes, 4REGFMK Introduction to
Regulatory Framework requires students to
understand the legislation and regulations upon which
the building controls, planning and health and safety
are based. 4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation
considers the method of physical measurement of real
estate against IPMS, analysis of retail units and the
mathematical platform for valuing various real estate
interests.
5VALUAT Valuation: The Five Methods extends and
applies the valuation approaches considered in
4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation, 5OPPRMA
Operational Property Management applies the
principles of measurement of buildings in the context of
service charge, 5PRODEV Property Development
applies the appreciation of the freehold valuations in
residual and DCF calculations.
6APPVAL Applied Valuation, 6REEINV Investment
Appraisal and Portfolio Management, 6STATVAL
Statutory Valuations and 6STPRMA Strategic
Property Management all apply the measurement and
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technical analysis in detailed applications
ii. Understand how the performance of real estate
affects the ownership, use and occupation of
property as assets
The following modules provide this understanding -
4BLTENV Introduction to the Built Environment,
4REGFMK Introduction to Regulatory Framework,
4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation,
5PROLAW Property Law, 5VALUAT Valuation: The
Five Methods, 5OPPRMA Operational Property
Management,5PRODEV Property Development
6APPVAL Applied Valuation, 6REEINV Investment
Appraisal and Portfolio Management, 6STATVAL
Statutory Valuations, 6STPRMA Strategic Property
Management
iii. Demonstrate knowledge of the drivers of value
of real estate and the valuation methods and
techniques of analysis supporting this
The drivers are discussed and applied in modules
throughout all Levels of the programme. They are
specifically included in 4BLTENV Introduction to the
Built Environment, 4PRIVAL Principles of
Valuation, 5VALUAT Valuation: The Five Methods,
5OPPRMA Operational Property Management,
5PRODEV Property Development, 6APPVAL
Applied Valuation, 6REEINV Investment Appraisal
and Portfolio Management, 6STATVAL Statutory
Valuations and 6STPRMA Strategic Property
Management
iv. Demonstrate a fundamental knowledge of the
legal systems governing the ownership and
occupation of land and the relationships
between different stakeholders in land
4LAWBEV Law for the Built Environment introduces
students to the law of contract and tort. It focuses on
the English legal system, how it is/should be
discharged, consequences and the importance of law
of tort to real estate practitioners. It also considers how
a valid contract is formed and how it can be breached.
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5PROLAW Property Law considers in detail the
various interests in land and landlord and tenant
legislation in the commercial and residential sectors.
5VALUAT Valuation: The Five Methods, 5OPPRMA
Operational Property Management, 5PRODEV
Property Development, 6APPVAL Applied
Valuations and 6STATVAL Statutory Valuations
applies the legal principles in context
v. Demonstrate a basic knowledge of the main
construction methods and of common defects
affecting domestic and commercial buildings
4CONTEA Construction for Real Estate examines
the component elements of basic domestic building
and low rise framed structures and highlights common
defects
vi. Demonstrate an awareness of the contribution
urban planning and property development make
to real estate and the statutory instruments
regulating the property market
5PROLAW Property Law, 5VALUAT Valuation: The
Five Methods, 5PLPRPO Planning Practice and
Policy, 5PRODEV Property Development, 6APPDEV
Applied Development and 6STATVAL Statutory
Valuations examine the implications of the various
regulatory frameworks and guidelines that shape
property development activity
vii. Demonstrate an awareness of the investment
appraisal techniques available to calculate the
rates of return that real estate commands as a
class of assets within capital markets
These techniques are introduced, applied and critiqued
in 4OPDMAN Operational and Data Management,
4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation, 5VALUAT
Valuation: The Five Methods, 5ECOBEN Economics
for the Built Environment, 5VALUAT Valuation: The
Five Methods and 6REEINV Investment Appraisal
and Portfolio Management
Benchmark Standards
- Subject-specific
knowledge (cont)
viii. Demonstrate awareness of the impact real estate
has on both the environment and social structures
(including health and well-being)
Awareness is developed through various modules
including 4REDFMK Introduction to Regulatory
Framework, 4LAWBEV Law for the Built
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Environment, 5PLPRPO Planning Practice and
Policy, 5PRODEV Property Development,
5OPPRMA Operational Property Management,
6STPRMA Strategic Property Management and
6APPDEV Applied Development
ix. Demonstrate awareness of the contribution that
other professional experts make to sustain the
development of real estate in a global and local
context and mitigate the impact that it has on
the environment
The role and responsibilities of professional experts
are considered in 4REDFMK Introduction to
Regulatory Framework, 4LAWBEV Law for the
Built Environment, 4PRIVAL Principles of
Valuation, 5PLPRPO Planning Practice and Policy,
5PRODEV Property Development, 6APPDEV
Applied Development and 6REEINV Investment
Appraisal and Portfolio Management
x. Demonstrate an awareness of the professional
and ethical responsibilities that real estate experts
have to clients and in terms of the social
corporate responsibility statements made by their
employer organisations and to society
Professional and business ethics is introduced in
4REDFMK Introduction to Regulatory Framework,
4BLTENV Introduction to the Built Environment
and , 4LAWBEV Law for the Built Environment,
4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation and promulgated in
5PLPRPO Planning Practice and Policy, 5PRODEV
Property Development, 5OPPRMA Operational
Property Management, 6STPRMA Strategic
Property Management, 6REEINV Investment
Appraisal and Portfolio Management, 6STAVAL
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xi. Demonstrate an understanding of the principles
and processes that deliver an inclusive
environment recognising the diversity of user
needs by putting people (of all ages and abilities)
at the heart of the real estate process
Inclusivity underlies many of the modules and is
discussed in 4REDFMK Introduction to Regulatory
Frameworks and is considered in relation to domestic
and framed buildings in 4CONTEA Construction for
Real Estate. It is elaborated on in 5PRODEV
Property Development, 5OPPRMA Operational
Property Management, 6STPRMA Strategic
Property Management and 6APPDEV Applied
Development
xii. Demonstrate awareness of how to manage real
estate as property assets This is developed and assessed in 4REDFMK
Introduction to Regulatory Framework, 4BLTENV
Introduction to the Built Environment, 4LAWBEV
Law for the Built Environment, 5PROLAW Property
Law, 5OPPRMA Operational Property
Management, 6STPRMA Strategic Property
Management and 6REEINV Investment Appraisal
and Portfolio Management
xiii. Be aware of the professional and ethical
frameworks associated with the development,
financing, investment in and use of buildings and
facilities.
Awareness is developed and reinforced through all
level of the programme. Specific modules include
4BLTENV Introduction to the Built Environment,
4REDFMK Introduction to Regulatory Frameworks,
4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation, 5VALUAT
Valuation: The Five Methods, 5OPPRMA
Operational Property Management, 5PRODEV
Property Development, 6APPVAL Applied
Valuation, 6REEINV Investment Appraisal and
Portfolio Management, 6STATVAL Statutory
Valuations and 6STPRMA Strategic Property
Management
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Table 2: Benchmark standards - Generic skills: on graduating with an honours degree in Land, Construction, Real Estate and
Surveying, graduates should be able to:
Threshold
6.6.8
Intellectual skills i. Apply knowledge from taught programmes to
solve problems. Although most modules require this skill, it is mainly at
level 5 and 6 where problem-based activities are
incorporated. Level 4 modules set the foundation for
higher level modules, from which students can build on
at higher level. Example of modules are 5VALUAT
Valuation: The Five Methods, 5PRODEV Property
Development, 6APPVAL Applied Valuation, 6REEINV
Investment Appraisal and Portfolio Management,
6STATVAL Statutory Valuations and Project
ii. Demonstrate some understanding of subject-
specific theories, paradigms, concepts and
principles.
4CONTEA Construction for Real Estate is
fundamental for understanding how a building is
constructed, which is essential for the reading and
interpretation of drawings.
4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation provides students
with key principles for measuring buildings, analyzing
and assessing rental and transaction evidence.
4LAWBEV Law for the Built Environment provides the
legal framework within which professional practice is
informed and regulated.
iii. Demonstrate an ability to define and solve
routine problems.
Students are required to define and solve routine
problems in the assessment of the modules for this
programme. for example, in the four valuation modules
(4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation, 5VALUAT
Valuation: The Five Methods, 6APPVAL Applied
Valuation, and 6STATVAL Statutory Valuations, the
two development modules 5PRODEV Property
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Development and 6APPDEV Applied Development
and 6REEINV Investment Appraisal and Portfolio
Management.
iv. Collate, summarise and analyse information. Students begin to collate and analyse information in
4BLTENV Introduction to the Built Environment
where they learn to draw and sketch. Rental, transaction
and building cost data are utilized in 4PRIVAL
Principles of Valuation, 5VALUAT Valuation: The
Five Methods, 6APPVAL Applied Valuation,
6STATVAL Statutory Valuations, 5OPPRMA
Operational Property Management, 6STPRMA
Strategic Property Management and 6REEINV
Investment Appraisal and Portfolio Management.
6.6.8
Intellectual skills
(cont)
v. Integrate lines of evidence from a limited range
of sources to support findings and hypotheses.
Most of the assessments set for this programme require
students to find lines of evidence from sources other
than the course materials and to integrate this evidence
into their analysis and interpretation of a particular
subject area. This ranges from the legal modules, such
as 4LAWBEV Law for the Built Environment,
4CONTEA Construction for Real Estate through to
6STAVAL Statutory Valuations, where students are
required to research topics and provide evidence to
support their arguments using practical examples and
academic and industry literature. This skill is further
developed through the Project module, 6PROJT1.
vi. Demonstrate some ability to consider issues
from a range of multidisciplinary and
interdisciplinary perspectives.
Real Estate Management generally requires the study of
a number of different subject areas such as law,
planning, valuation, economics and construction
technology. Accordingly, students need to understand
the extent of a REM graduate’s skill set and where they
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require the expertise of another. 5PLPRPO Planning
Practice and Policy, 5PRODEV Property
Development and 6APPRDE Applied Development
emphasize the roles of different stakeholders involved in
a development scheme, whether new-build,
refurbishment or based in heritage buildings.
vii. Appraise academic literature and extract
relevant points.
Students are introduced to wider research beyond the
course materials and shown how to reference this
correctly in 4BLTENV Introduction to the Built
Environment but are encouraged to undertake research
in all of the modules, with increasing significance through
each of the levels. Certain publications will be referred to
in teaching materials for students to find, analyse and
extract relevant points and UCEM provide students with
access to a wide range of literature through the e-library.
The weighting given to this skill in coursework marking
increases at student progress from Level 4 to Level 6.
6.6.9
Practical skills i. Plan, conduct and present an independent
investigation with significant guidance.
Most activities and assessments are designed with a key
requirement of students carrying out independent research
or investigations. This and other skills such as finding
appropriate methods of solving problems are included in the
design of most modules.
For example, in 6REEINV Investment Appraisal and
Portfolio Management students are required to consider
the potential for investment based on a location of their
choice. It is anticipated that local yield and rental data will be
ii. Relate investigations to some prior work and reference it appropriate.
iii. Where appropriate use laboratory and field
equipment safely.
iv. Apply a range of methods to solve problems.
v. Use appropriate technologies to address problems.
vi. Where appropriate, describe and record in the
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field and laboratory. obtained, analysed and applied prior to detailed
recommendations for acquisition being drafted.
6PROJT1Project enables students to synthesize these
issues into an independent, extended study of their choice.
vii. Interpret practical results with guidance.
viii. Present results of investigations in a number of formats.
ix. Apply survey measurements and evaluation
techniques as appropriate to the programme.
6.6.9
Practical skills (cont)
x. Recognise and record visual information when
on site or from graphical sources.
xi. Apply professional judgement in drawing skills
and knowledge together and applying them to
real world problems.
6.6.10
Analytical and data
interpretation skills
i. Recognise when information is incomplete. The valuation modules (4PRIVAL Principles of
Valuation, 5VALUAT Valuation: The Five Methods,
6APPVAL Applied Valuation and 6STATVAL
Statutory Valuations) are structured to enable students
to appreciate the whole valuation process and to enable
them to address this should information be missing or
incomplete.
ii. Appreciate risk. The valuation modules 4PRIVAL Principles of
Valuation, 5VALUAT Valuation: The Five Methods,
6APPVAL Applied Valuation and 6STATVAL
Statutory Valuations, 5PRODEV Property
Development, 6APPDEV Applied Development
examine the various sources of risks. 6REEINV
Investment Appraisal and Portfolio Management
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considers the risks associated with investment.
iii. Process and interpret data and information. This is assessed in 4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation,
5VALUAT Valuation: The Five Methods, 5PRODEV
Property Development, 6APPVAL Applied Valuation,
5OPPRMA Operational Property Management
6APPRDE Applied Property Development, 6STPRMA
Strategic Property Management and 6STAVAL
Statutory Valuations
iv. Critically appraise spatial data. Students are introduced to the concept of topography,
orientation, micro-climate in the 4CONTEA
Construction for Real Estate, geographical
characteristics of a site are considered in 5PRODEV
Property Development.
v. Solve basic numerical problems using
appropriate techniques.
This begins in Level 4 modules and becomes an integral
part to the applied modules in Levels 5 and 6. For
example, 4CONTEA Construction for Real Estate
requires students to understand basic loading
calculations to enable adequate foundation design and
how to calculate size and spans of floor joists. Elsewhere
numeracy is critical for the valuation, development,
property management and investment modules.
vi. Undertake simple statistical analysis. Elements of statistical analysis are initially considered in
4OPDMAN Operational and Data Management and
further applied in 6REEINV Investment Appraisal
and Portfolio Management
vii. Select and apply appropriate methods of
collecting, analysing, and synthesizing data
In 6PROJT1 Project students take a compulsory final
year of study which enables them to develop specific
research skills and techniques, so that they can
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appreciate the importance of intellectual
property and its role within the innovation
process.
interrogate issues and situations and resolve problems
related to their area of interest. The module gives
students an opportunity to apply their skills and
knowledge to the resolution of an industry-based
problem during a prolonged period of independent study,
supported by a dedicated tutor.
6.6.11 Communication skills
i. Communicate to a variety of audiences in
appropriate written, graphical, electronic and
verbal forms.
Students are introduced to methods of communication in
4BLTENV Introduction to the Built Environment in
which they have to complete an academic essay and a
professional report and to appreciate the differences
between report types. The module provides a solid
platform for the application of approaches in other
modules in the other levels of the programme.
ii. Make contributions to group discussions. Every module has the facility for group discussions through VLE forums and webinars. Students can communicate in webinars via the microphone facility or typing in the text box.
iii. Watch, listen and respond to others.
iv. Negotiate and mediate with others.
v. Use social media for communication.
6.6.12
Digital literacy skills i. Use the internet for communication and
information retrieval.
As an on-line learning University, students are required to retrieve all of the information required for their studies from the UCEM VLE (virtual learning environment) and use the e-library and Vitalsource for reading materials, as well as other databases to which UCEM subscribe. Students are expected to carry out independent research in preparing coursework and are taught the value of using reputable on-line sources for this research.
ii. Handle electronic information with guidance,
applying appropriate techniques, digital tools
Various modules including all valuation modules -
4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation, 5VALUAT
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and applications to support key subjects. Valuation: The Five Methods, 6APPVAL Applied
Valuation and 6STATVAL Statutory Valuations –
address these applications and the issues rising from the
use of electronic information. iii. Have an awareness of the safe, ethical and
legal use of digital media.
iv. demonstrate the application of information
technology and digital tools and techniques to
support key subjects.
6.6.13
Interpersonal and
teamwork skills
i. Make a constructive contribution to teamwork. All modules are designed to incorporate discussion forums, where students are expected to comment on specific questions or scenarios relevant to the activities for the week. Students share their experiences and opinions and encouraged to take part in healthy debate as part of a community of learners and within their allocated tutor groups.
ii. Identify individual goals. In 4BLTENV Introduction to the Built Environment students produce a professional development plan, including a SWOT analysis and they are required to reflect on this and produce two pieces of reflective writing.
iii. Recognise and respect the views of others. Students interact with each other in forums and webinars in all modules and are expected to respect the views of others and challenge these if appropriate.
iv. Recognise equality, diversity and inclusion in
all its forms.
UCEM’s Academic and General Regulations for
Students states that ‘students are expected to conform
to reasonable standards of behaviour, honesty and
integrity and may be subject to disciplinary action by
UCEM where they fail to do so, including where such
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failure threatens the safety of, or otherwise disturbs,
fellow students and/or staff, damages UCEM property or
brings the name of UCEM into disrepute’.
The document also states ‘UCEM is committed to
equality of opportunity and respect for diversity in all
aspects of its operations. In accordance with its Code of
Practice on Equality and Diversity, UCEM acknowledges
the rights of those with whom it interacts to be treated
fairly and with respect and dignity and to receive
encouragement to reach their full potential. UCEM
expects all staff and students and other stakeholders to
recognise these rights and act accordingly’.
Students receive a copy of these Regulations upon
registration. These principles are practiced throughout
the College and reflected in the behaviour of tutors when
in contact with students.
v. Reflect on team performance. In 4BLTENV Introduction to the Built Environment,
students are introduced to not only personal reflection as
a useful addition to professional activities and to
enhance their learning experience, but also as part of
their engaging with activities associated with working
other students within their tutor group.
6.6.14
Self- management and
professional
development Skills
i. Recognise and be able to comment on the
moral and ethical issues associated with the
subject.
Students study ethics and professional standards in
4REGFMK Introduction to Regulatory Frameworks
and extended in application in the valuation,
development and management modules in Levels 5 and
6.
ii. Appreciate the need for professional codes of
conduct.
Students are introduced to RICS Codes of Conduct in
4REGFMK Introduction to Regulatory Frameworks
and extended in application in the valuation,
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development and management modules in Levels 5 and
6.
iii. Accept responsibility for their own learning. Students are responsible for their own learning due in
the main to the nature of the delivery of UCEM courses
which are on-line distance learning. They are provided
with support and guidance to enable them to achieve
this, particularly in the early stages of their studies.
iv. Identify targets for personal, career and
academic development.
In 4BLTENV Introduction to the Built Environment
students produce a professional development plan and
produce two pieces of reflective writing. They are
required to assess their own progress and create an
individual learning plan. They are introduced to personal
reflection as a useful addition to professional activities
and to enhance their development as well as a tool for
lifelong learning.
v. Be adaptable and have a flexible approach to
study and work.
Students are responsible for their own learning due in
the main to the nature of the delivery of UCEM courses
which are on-line distance learning. The VLE helps them
with this and they have structured learning for each week
of the module they are studying to help them manage
their learning. Teaching and learning is also via a
number of mediums such as podcasts, reading, videos
and synchronous webinars which are recorded for
students to watch if they cannot attend the live session.
vi. Develop skills necessary for self-managed,
independent and lifelong learning.
In 4BLTENV Introduction to the Built Environment
provides students with the fundamental tools and access
to resources needed for their period of study at UCEM
and as a basis for lifelong learning in whatever subject
arises. They produce a portfolio of work that
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demonstrates their skills and personal development
towards a first degree in the built environment.
vii. Recognise personal strengths and
weaknesses.
In 4BLTENV Introduction to the Built Environment
students produce a professional development plan which
includes a SWOT analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses,
Opportunities, Threats) which is personal to them and is
something which can be reviewed throughout their
studies.
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Appendix B: PSRB Mapping
RICS Mapping
Based on the learning outcomes of course modules, please explain how each area of knowledge for each of the competencies is covered by the
course. Please include (if possible) an estimate of the percentage of the module that covers the area of knowledge.
Mapping is to the Commercial Real Estate – RICS APC Pathway Guide September 2017
Mandatory competencies
Competency Knowledge How are these areas of knowledge covered by the course?
Ethics, Rules of
Conduct and
Professional
Practice
The role and significance of RICS and its
functions.
4BLTENV Introduction to the Built Environment introduces students
to the RICS and other professional bodies.
An appreciation of your personal professional
role
4BLTENV Introduction to the Built Environment introduces the
concept of reflection in professional practice and emphasises the
requirement for continuing professional development.
Society’s expectations of professional practice 4BLTENV Introduction to the Built Environment, 4REGFMK
Introduction to Regulatory Framework introduces ethics and
professional conduct and 4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation provides
more detail through worked examples and exercises.
RICS Rules of Conduct and conduct
regulations, including the general principles of
law and the legal system.
4REGFMK Introduction to Regulatory Framework, 4LAWBEV Law
for the Built Environment and 4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation
examines ethics and professional conduct. The RICS framework of
regulation, guidance and sanction are considered with illustrative
examples. The need for global ethical standards and the lead role taken
by the RICS is assessed. Specific aspects of English law are
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Competency Knowledge How are these areas of knowledge covered by the course?
considered in 4LAWBEV Law for the Built Environment, 5PROLAW
Property Law and 6STAVAL Statutory Valuations
Client care The concept of identifying all
clients/colleagues/third parties who are your
clients and the behaviours that are appropriate
to establish good client relationships
This is initially introduced in 4BLTENV Introduction to the Built
Environment and 4OPDMAN Operational and Data Management
and applied further in 4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation, 5PRODEV
Property Development, 5OPPRMA Operational Property
Management, 6STPRMA Strategic Property Management and
6REEINV Investment Appraisal and Portfolio Management
The systems and procedures that are
appropriate for managing the process of client
care, including complaints
This is assessed in 4BLTENV Introduction to the Built Environment
and applied further in 5OPPRMA Operational Property Management,
6STPRMA Strategic Property Management and 6REEINV
Investment Appraisal and Portfolio Management
The requirement to collect data, analyse and
define the needs of clients
This is assessed in 4OPDMAN Operational and Data Management
and applied further in 5OPPRMA Operational Property Management,
6STPRMA Strategic Property Management and 6REEINV
Investment Appraisal and Portfolio Management
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Competency Knowledge How are these areas of knowledge covered by the course?
Communication
and negotiation
Effective oral, written, graphic and presentation
skills including the methods and techniques that
are appropriate to specific situations
4BLTENV Introduction to the Built Environment explicitly introduces
students early on in their studies to written, numeric and communication
skills and enables them to read and produce basic drawings.
Most modules at all levels of the programme require written
assessments to be produced and drafted in a professional manner. For
example, written communication (report writing) skills are tested in
4REGFMK Introduction to Regulatory Frameworks, 4LAWBEV Law
for the Built Environment, 5PLPRPO Planning Process and Policy,
5PROLAW Property Law, 6REEINV Real Estate Investment and
Project.
Graphical representation is tested in 4CONTEA Construction for Real
Estate and 5PRODEV Property Development.
Numerical analysis is tested in 4OPDMAN Operational and Data
Management, 4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation, 5VALUAT
Valuation: The Five Methods, 6APPDEV Applied Property
Development, 6STAVAL Statutory Valuation and 6REEINV
Investment Appraisal and Portfolio Management
Health and safety The principles and responsibilities imposed by
law, codes of practice and other regulations
appropriate to your area of practice
4REGFMK Introduction to Regulatory Frameworks requires
students to understand the legislation and regulations upon which the
construction planning process, building controls and the management
of health and safety in construction are based.
Personal safety on site and in the office In 4REGFMK Introduction to Regulatory Frameworks students learn
the relevance of The Health and Safety at Work Act via policies, hazard
and risk assessments, including personal safety as well as general on-
site safety.
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Competency Knowledge How are these areas of knowledge covered by the course?
Knowledge and context of the Health and
Safety Law
4REGFMK Introduction to Regulatory Frameworks in relation to
workplace health and safety and CDM Regulations.
Understand your employer’s and your own
responsibility for health and safety
4REGFMK Introduction to Regulatory Frameworks in relation to
workplace health and safety.
Understand the health and safety legislation
process, including asbestos management, fire
safety, workplace regulations etc.
4REGFMK Introduction to Regulatory Frameworks introduces health
and safety legislation.
Accounting
principles and
procedures
Accounting concepts and the format and
preparation of management and company
accounts, including profit and loss statements,
cash flow statements and balance sheets.
Not met specifically.
Business planning How business planning activities contribute to
the achievement of corporate objectives.
Not met specifically.
Conflict
avoidance,
management and
dispute resolution
procedures
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of
the techniques for conflict avoidance, conflict
management and dispute resolution
procedures, including for example adjudication
and arbitration.
4LAWBEV Law for the Built Environment requires students to
understand the role of law in society. They learn to recognise the
elements for the formation of a legally enforceable contract and the
various rights and obligations of the contracting parties upon breach
and to identify the essential features of various torts, liability and the
remedies available to claimants.
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Competency Knowledge How are these areas of knowledge covered by the course?
Data management The sources of information and data, and of the
systems applicable to your area of practice,
including the methodologies and techniques
most appropriate to collect, collate and store
data.
4OPDMAN Operational and Data Management, 4PRIVAL Principles
of Valuation, 4LAWBEV Law for the Built Environment, 5PRODEV
Property Development, 6APPRED Applied Property Development
identify the sources of data capture. 4OPDMAN Operational and Data
Management enables students to analyse the strengths and
weaknesses of different systems
Diversity, inclusion
and teamworking
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of
the principles, behaviour and dynamics of
successfully working in a team.
• How team members are selected and
appointed
• The role played by the various team
members
• The importance and business value of
diversity in a team
• Formal communication processes within the
team
• Inclusive communications
• How partnering and collaborative working
affects the team
• Internal diversity and inclusion polices,
including any applicable to non-
discrimination or anti-harassment in the
workplace
• Unconscious bias
All students are directed to UCEM’s policies in relation to diversity and
inclusion, particularly UCEM Student Charter 2016 and UCEM Code
of Practice Equality & Diversity Policy 2016. UCEM requires all
members of the community to recognise these rights and to act in
accordance with fellow members of UCEM.
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Competency Knowledge How are these areas of knowledge covered by the course?
• Supply chain management
• Relevant legislation within your area of
practice.
Inclusive
environments
Design of new and the adjustment of existing
physical environments - about living in dignity
with equality. Ensuring clients meet their
obligations under any appropriate legislation.
• Recognition of the diversity of user needs.
• Local planning policy, building regulation
and health and safety requirements as
applied to inclusive environments.
• Corporate policies that address inclusivity.
• Appreciate and distinguish between ethical
issues as opposed to legal requirements.
Students are introduced to The Equality Act 2010 and Part M of the
Building Regulations in 4REGFMK Introduction to Regulatory
Frameworks.
5PLPRPO Planning Practice and Policy, 5PRODEV Property
Development and 6APPRDE Applied Property Development also
cover Part M and inclusive design of buildings.
5OPPRMA Operational Property Management and 6STPRMA
Strategic Property Management will look at inclusive design from a
client’s point of view and for students to appreciate the liability of these
clients but also review issues from an ethical stance, particularly in
relation to a client’s CSR policy.
Sustainability Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of
why and how sustainability seeks to balance
economic, environmental and social objectives
at global, national and local levels, in the
context of land, property and the built
environment.
4CONTEA Construction for Real Estate looks at sustainable
solutions in the context of simple forms and framed construction.
5PLPRPO Planning Practice and Policy and 5ECOBEN Economics
for the Built Environment consider ‘triple bottom line sustainability’
within the built environment and explores the balance of cultural,
economic and environmental issues and their impact on each other.
The relationship between property and the
environment and the principles of sustainability
within development and the construction
process
5PRODEV Property Development and 6APPRDE Applied Property
Development place a strong emphasis on sustainability in the design
of new buildings and refurbishment in all sectors including heritage.
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Competency Knowledge How are these areas of knowledge covered by the course?
The principles and reasoning of how the design,
and construction processes, together with
technologies, can contribute to sustainable
building.
4CONTEA Construction for Real Estate looks specifically at
sustainable design in simple forms and framed construction and
5PRODEV Property Development and 6APPRDE Applied Property
Development emphasis ‘cradle to grave’ sustainability in the design of
new buildings and refurbishment in all sectors including heritage
The principles of material resource efficiency
within the supply chain including embodied
energy
4CONTEA Construction for Real Estate looks at sustainable
solutions in the context of simple forms and framed structures.
5PRODEV Property Development discusses embodied carbon and
the concept of ‘cradle to grave’
The differences between the various
sustainability ‘labels’ and methods such as
BREEAM, LEED and any other energy
efficiency legislation.
5PRODEV Property Development distinguishes some of the current
schemes to encourage sustainability, including BREEAM.
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Core competencies
Competency Knowledge How are these areas of knowledge covered by the course? %
Inspection Understand the requirements and reasons for
a property inspection This is introduced and assessed in 4BLTENV Introduction to the Built
Environment and considered further in 4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation
Understand safety issues when undertaking
an inspection This is considered in 4REGFMK Introduction to Regulatory Framework
Implications of location and situation This is considered in 4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation and elaborated in
5PRODEV Property Development
Identifying access arrangements This is considered in 4REGFMK Introduction to Regulatory Framework
and 4LAWBEV Law for the Built Environment
Basic knowledge of building construction and
specification This is considered in 4CONTEA Construction for Real Estate and
elaborated in 5PRODEV Property Development
The legal requirements that impact upon the
occupation/ ownership of buildings
These issues are detailed in 4LAWBEV Law for the Built Environment
and 5PROLAW Property Law
Measurement Relevant data capture techniques including
the use of lasers and tapes This is addressed in 4BLTENV Introduction to the Built Environment and
considered further in 4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation
The limitations of different methods of
measurement This is addressed in 4BLTENV Introduction to the Built Environment and
considered further in 4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation
Checking procedures for the instruments
used and the calculations undertaken •
Potential sources of error from use of the
instruments
This is discussed in 4BLTENV Introduction to the Built Environment and
considered further in 4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation
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Competency Knowledge How are these areas of knowledge covered by the course? %
The basis on which measurements should be
undertaken i.e. the core definitions of
measurement and their application
This is considered in 4REGFMK Introduction to Regulatory Frameworks
and detailed further in 4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation
The appropriate standards and guidance
relating to measurement with particular
reference to the RICS Property measurement
This is assessed in 4REGFMK Introduction to Regulatory Frameworks
and considered further in 4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation
The degree of accuracy that is required for
different types of property and the use to
which the measurements will be put
This is assessed in 4REGFMK Introduction to Regulatory Frameworks
and considered further in 4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation
The use and limitations of plans and drawings This is assessed in 4REGFMK Introduction to Regulatory Frameworks
and considered further in 4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation, 5PRODEV
Property Development and 5OPPRMA Operational Property
Management
Valuation The main drivers that have an impact on value
These are introduced in 4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation, assessed more
closely in 5ECOBEN Economics for the Built Environment and further
applied in 5VALUAT Valuation: The Five Methods, 5PRODEV Property
Development, 6APPVAL Applied Valuation and 6STAVAL Statutory
Valuations
The principles and application of the latest relevant valuation standards
Valuation standards are introduced in 4REGFMK Introduction to
Regulatory Frameworks and applied in 4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation,
5VALUAT Valuation: The Five Methods, 5PRODEV Property
Development, 5OPPRMA Operational Property Management, 6APPVAL
Applied Valuation, 6APPRDE Applied Property Development,
6STPRMA Strategic Property Management and 6STAVAL Statutory
Valuations
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Competency Knowledge How are these areas of knowledge covered by the course? %
The relevant RICS best practice guidance notes and Professional Statements
RICS Guidance Notes and Professional Statements are introduced in
4REGFMK Introduction to Regulatory Frameworks and applied in
4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation, 5VALUAT Valuation: The Five
Methods, 5PRODEV Property Development, 6APPVAL Applied
Valuation, 5OPPRMA Operational Property Management 6APPRDE
Applied Property Development, 6STPRMA Strategic Property
Management and 6STAVAL Statutory Valuations
The principles of professional practice, liability and indemnity insurance
These issues are highlighted and detailed in 4REGFMK Introduction to
Regulatory Frameworks and 4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation,
The underlying principles of property law,
planning and other relevant regulations or
controls and their impact on property/asset
values
These are 4REGFMK Introduction to Regulatory Frameworks, assessed
further in 4LAWBEV Law for the Built Environment and 5PROLAW
Property Law and applied in 4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation,
5VALUAT Valuation: The Five Methods, 5PRODEV Property
Development, 6APPVAL Applied Valuation, 5OPPRMA Operational
Property Management 6APPRDE Applied Property Development,
6STPRMA Strategic Property Management and 6STAVAL Statutory
Valuations
The different purposes for which valuations
may be required (including, bank lending,
taxation, performance management etc.)
The principles of the various methodologies
needed to provide both capital and rental
valuation advice
These are considered in 4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation, 5VALUAT
Valuation: The Five Methods, 5PRODEV Property Development,
6APPVAL Applied Valuation, 5OPPRMA Operational Property
Management 6APPRDE Applied Property Development, 6STPRMA
Strategic Property Management, 6REEINV Investment Appraisal and
Portfolio Management and 6STAVAL Statutory Valuations
The importance of independence and
objectivity These issues are discussed and embedded in 4PRIVAL Principles of
Valuation, 5VALUAT Valuation: The Five Methods, 5PRODEV Property
Development, 6APPVAL Applied Valuation, 5OPPRMA Operational
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Competency Knowledge How are these areas of knowledge covered by the course? %
Property Management 6APPRDE Applied Property Development,
6STPRMA Strategic Property Management, 6REEINV Investment
Appraisal and Portfolio Management and 6STAVAL Statutory
Valuations
The role and function of Automated Valuation
Models (AVMs).
This is considered in 6APPVAL Applied Valuation
Information gathering relevant to the
valuation work being undertaken This is assessed in 4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation, 5VALUAT
Valuation: The Five Methods, 5PRODEV Property Development,
6APPVAL Applied Valuation, 5OPPRMA Operational Property
Management 6APPRDE Applied Property Development, 6STPRMA
Strategic Property Management, 6REEINV Investment Appraisal and
Portfolio Management and 6STAVAL Statutory Valuations
Analysis and interpretation of comparable evidence
This is considered and applied in 4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation,
5VALUAT Valuation: The Five Methods, 5PRODEV Property
Development, 6APPVAL Applied Valuation, 5OPPRMA Operational
Property Management 6APPRDE Applied Property Development,
6STPRMA Strategic Property Management and 6STAVAL Statutory
Valuations
Application of a range of valuation methods or techniques
The application of appropriate valuation techniques is emphasised in These
4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation, 5VALUAT Valuation: The Five
Methods, 5PRODEV Property Development, 6APPVAL Applied
Valuation, 5OPPRMA Operational Property Management 6APPRDE
Applied Property Development, 6STPRMA Strategic Property
Management, 6REEINV Investment Appraisal and Portfolio
Management and 6STAVAL Statutory Valuations
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Compulsory
Purchase and
Compensation
The historical background, requirement for,
and justification of the use of compulsory
purchase powers
An overview of the relevant applicable laws
covering acquisition of land and rights,
planning and compensation
The basic principles of compensation (the
before and after principle), accommodation
works, and the legal right to claim.
These issues are assessed in L6STAVAL Statutory Valuations
Outlining the stages and timing involved in
making, confirming and implementing a
compulsory purchase order
An understanding of statutory abilities to
acquire rights other than outright purchase,
such as those exercised by utilities
companies
Setting out heads of claim under a
compensation claim
These issues are assessed in L6STAVAL Statutory Valuations
Supplying and justifying evidence for a
statement of claim using both valuation and
logical techniques to back up the quantum of
the claim.
Dealing with best practice in the
implementation of a compulsory purchase
order on a road scheme, for instance.
These issues are assessed in L6STAVAL Statutory Valuations
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Developing a rationale for the use of
compulsory purchase powers in order to
enable development, taking into account
human rights legislation.
The fee basis for chartered surveyors and the
role of the Lands Tribunal (or relevant local
equivalent) as well as mediation/arbitration.
Assisting in the preparation for and
attendance at a Public Inquiry into a
Compulsory Purchase Order including
understanding of procedure and process.
Contaminated
Land
The definition of contaminated land under the
Contaminated Land Regulations 2000, and
associated legislation
This is considered in 4LAWBEV Law for the Built Environment,
5PRODEV Property Development, 5PLPRPO Planning Practice and
Policy, 6APPVAL Applied Valuation and 6STATVAL Statutory
Valuations
The relevance under Part 11A of the
Environmental Protection Act, planning policy
guidance and RICS published guidance and
practice notes
These are considered in 4LAWBEV Law for the Built Environment,
5PRODEV Property Development, 5PLPRPO Planning Practice and
Policy, 6APPVAL Applied Valuation and 6STATVAL Statutory
Valuations
Areas of professional practice where contaminated land is relevant, e.g. valuations, development, asset management, transactions, environmental assessment. Demonstrate an understanding of the limitations upon Chartered Surveyors in this area, e.g. Professional Indemnity Insurance, Public Liability Insurance.
These are considered in 4LAWBEV Law for the Built Environment,
5PRODEV Property Development, 5PLPRPO Planning Practice and
Policy, 5OPPRMA Operational Property Management, 6APPVAL
Applied Valuation, 6STATVAL Statutory Valuations and 6STPRMA
Strategic Property Management
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Development
Appraisal
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding
of the principles and practices underlying a
valid development appraisal
This is considered in 5VALUAT Valuation: The Five Methods, 5PRODEV
Property Development, 5PLPRPO Planning Practice and Policy,
6APPRDE Applied Development and 6STAVAL Statutory Valuations
The role of development appraisals in the
marketplace and the situations where their
use is appropriate
This is considered in 5VALUAT Valuation: The Five Methods, 5PRODEV
Property Development, 6APPRDE Applied Development and 6STAVAL
Statutory Valuations
The content of appraisals and how different
issues such as planning requirements can be
reflected
This is considered in 5VALUAT Valuation: The Five Methods, 5PRODEV
Property Development, 5PLPRPO Planning Practice and Policy,
6APPRDE Applied Development and 6STAVAL Statutory Valuations
The sensitivities of appraisals, what factors
affect the appraisal
This is considered in 5PRODEV Property Development and 6APPRDE
Applied Development
External factors which have an influence
upon the appraisal process.
This is considered in 5VALUAT Valuation: The Five Methods, 5PRODEV
Property Development, 5PLPRPO Planning Practice and Policy,
6APPRDE Applied Development and 6STAVAL Statutory Valuations
Investment
Management
The fundamental elements of property returns
including capital and retail returns, plus how
these are generated in practice • The
mainstream types of property valuation and
being conversant with the theory behind
these
•
This is considered in 5OPPRMA Operational Property Management,
6REEINV Investment Appraisal and Portfolio Management and
6STPRMA Strategic Property Management
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The principles of portfolio management and
asset management These are considered in 5OPPRMA Operational Property Management,
6REEINV Investment Appraisal and Portfolio Management and
6STPRMA Strategic Property Management
The different forms of indirect investments;
Investment Trusts, etc. These are assessed in 6EEINV Investment Appraisal and Portfolio
Management
Debt structures, how property derivatives
work, and the trends in the indirect
investment markets
These are considered in 6REEINV Investment Appraisal and Portfolio
Management
The reasons clients invest indirectly and the
attractions of varying forms of indirect holding
These issues are considered in 6REEINV Investment Appraisal and
Portfolio Management
Appropriate legislation and regulations
relating to the management of property as a
financial investment
This is considered in 5OPPRMA Operational Property Management,
6REEINV Investment Appraisal and Portfolio Management and
6STPRMA Strategic Property Management
Investment implications of indirect forms of
investment for clients. This is considered in 5OPPRMA Operational Property Management,
6REEINV Investment Appraisal and Portfolio Management and
6STPRMA Strategic Property Management
Landlord and
Tenant
The principles of property law This is introduced in 4REGFMK Introduction to Regulatory Frameworks
and developed in 4LAWBEV Law for the Built Environment and
5PROLAW Property Law
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The statutory and common law framework
applying to the landlord and tenant
relationship
This is introduced in 4REGFMK Introduction to Regulatory Frameworks
and developed in 4LAWBEV Law for the Built Environment and
5PROLAW Property Law
The content, form, and structure of leases
Relevant market conditions and property
values
This is introduced in 4REGFMK Introduction to Regulatory Frameworks
and developed in 4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation, 4LAWBEV Law for
the Built Environment and 5PROLAW Property Law. There is specific
and applied consideration in 5OPPRMA Operational Property
Management and 6STRPRMA Strategic Property Management
Carrying out market research, collating and
analysing comparable evidence This is assessed in 4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation, 5VALUAT
Valuation: The Five Methods, 5PRODEV Property Development,
6APPVAL Applied Valuation, 5OPPRMA Operational Property
Management 6APPRDE Applied Property Development, 6STPRMA
Strategic Property Management and 6STAVAL Statutory Valuations
Providing strategic advice upon landlord and
tenant matters, relating to individual
properties or blocks of properties
This is assessed in 5OPPRMA Operational Property Management and
6STPRMA Strategic Property Management
Legal / regulatory
compliance
The law relating to building compliance and
the risks associated with poorly maintained or
operated assets or equipment.
This is introduced in 4REGFMK Introduction to Regulatory Frameworks,
and assessed further in in 4LAWBEV Law for the Built Environment,
5PROLAW Property Law, 5OPPRMA Operational Property Management
and 6STPRMA Strategic Property Management
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The extent and impact of regulation
compliance on development projects with
particular reference to health and safety,
disability, and construction, design and
management regulations.
This is assessed in 4REGFMK Introduction to Regulatory Frameworks,
4LAWBEV Law for the Built Environment, and developed and applied
in 5PRODEV Property Development, 5OPPRMA Operational Property
Management and 6APPRDE Applied Property Development.
Using current case law, appeals and
representations This is introduced in 4REGFMK Introduction to Regulatory Frameworks
and assessed further in 4LAWBEV Law for the Built Environment,
4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation, 5PROLAW Property Law, 5OPPRMA
Operational Property Management and 6STAVAL Statutory Valuations
Understanding the impact of wider regulatory
compliance around Ethics, Safety,
Procurement, Modern Slavery, Information
and data security, applying health and safety
at work practices, disability, and construction,
design and management regulations.
This is introduced in 4REGFMK Introduction to Regulatory Frameworks
and assessed further in in 4LAWBEV Law for the Built Environment,
5PRODEV Property Development
Leasing and
Letting
The market for leasing and letting, and how
values and lease terms may be affected by
market trends and pressures
This is considered in 5ECOBEN Economics for the Built Environment
and applied in 5OPPRMA Operational Property Management and
6STPRMA Strategic Property Management
The legislative framework associated with
lease terms and show how this is reflected in
the market place
This is considered in 4LAWBEV Law for the Built Environment,
5PROLAW Property Law and applied in 5OPPRMA Operational Property
Management and 6STPRMA Strategic Property Management
What factors affect value for property in the
letting market.
This is considered in 5ECOBEN Economics for the Built Environment
and applied in 4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation, 5PRODEV Property
Development, 5OPPRMA Operational Property Management and
6STPRMA Strategic Property Management
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Local taxation/
assessment
Code of measuring practice to include
zoning of shops This is introduced in 4BLTENV Introduction to the Built Environment
and 4REGFMK Introduction to Regulatory Frameworks, and expanded
upon in 4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation and embedded in 5VALUAT
Valuation: The Five Methods, 5PRODEV Property Development,
6APPVAL Applied Valuation, 5OPPRMA Operational Property
Management 6APPRDE Applied Property Development, 6STPRMA
Strategic Property Management and 6STAVAL Statutory Valuations
Application of statute and case law This is introduced in 4BLTENV Introduction to the Built Environment
and 4REGFMK Introduction to Regulatory Frameworks, elaborated upon
in 4LAWBEV Law for the Built Environment and 5PROLAW Property
Law and applied in 4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation, 5VALUAT
Valuation: The Five Methods, 5PRODEV Property Development,
6APPVAL Applied Valuation, 5OPPRMA Operational Property
Management, 6APPRDE Applied Property Development, 6STPRMA
Strategic Property Management and 6STAVAL Statutory Valuations
Analysis of evidence and relevance of the law
of Landlord and Tenant This is introduced in 4BLTENV Introduction to the Built Environment
and 4REGFMK Introduction to Regulatory Frameworks, elaborated upon
in 4LAWBEV Law for the Built Environment and 5PROLAW Property
Law and applied in 4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation, 5VALUAT
Valuation: The Five Methods, 5PRODEV Property Development,
6APPVAL Applied Valuation, 5OPPRMA Operational Property
Management 6APPRDE Applied Property Development, 6STPRMA
Strategic Property Management and 6STAVAL Statutory Valuations
• Measuring and inspecting properties
This is introduced in 4BLTENV Introduction to the Built Environment
and 4REGFMK Introduction to Regulatory Frameworks, elaborated upon
in 4LAWBEV Law for the Built Environment and applied in 4PRIVAL
Principles of Valuation, 5VALUAT Valuation: The Five Methods,
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5PRODEV Property Development, 6APPVAL Applied Valuation,
5OPPRMA Operational Property Management, 6APPRDE Applied
Property Development, 6STPRMA Strategic Property Management and
6STAVAL Statutory Valuations
• Valuing different property types
This is considered in 4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation, 5VALUAT
Valuation: The Five Methods, 5PRODEV Property Development,
6APPVAL Applied Valuation, 6APPRDE Applied Property Development
and 6STAVAL Statutory Valuations
• Using different methods of valuation: rental
and comparative approaches, profits,
receipts and expenditure and costs
This is introduced in 4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation, 5VALUAT
Valuation: The Five Methods, 6APPVAL Applied Valuation and
6STAVAL Statutory Valuations
Planning and
Development
Management
Site/building surveys and details e.g. site
planning history, flood risk, biodiversity,
archaeology, architectural character,
conservation, accessibility, highways,
services and utilities
These issues are considered in 5VALUAT Valuation: The Five Methods,
5PRODEV Property Development and 6APPRDE Applied Property
Development
Environmental features and issues
This is introduced in 5VALUAT Valuation: The Five Methods and applied
in 5PRODEV Property Development and 6APPRDE Applied Property
Development
Gross and net site development areas
This is considered in 5VALUAT Valuation: The Five Methods, 5PRODEV
Property Development and 6APPRDE Applied Property Development
Urban design principles and
characteristics This is discussed in 5PLPPRO Planning Practice and Policy and applied
in 5PRODEV Property Development and 6APPRDE Applied Property
Development
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Basic architectural and urban design
language in relation to planning proposals This is introduced in 4BLTENV Introduction to the Built Environment and
developed in 5PRODEV Property Development and 6APPRDE Applied
Property Development
The objectives and characteristics of different
kinds of brief
This is detailed in 5PRODEV Property Development and 6APPRDE
Applied Property Development
The stages of the development application
and appeals process
This is introduced in 4REGFMK Introduction to Regulatory Frameworks,
developed in 5PLPRPO Planning Practice and Policy and applied in
5PRODEV Property Development and 6APPRDE Applied Property
Development.
The consultation process and
stakeholder management This is introduced in 4REGFMK Introduction to Regulatory Frameworks,
developed in 5PLPRPO Planning Practice and Policy and applied in
5PRODEV Property Development and 6APPRDE Applied Property
Development
The role of supplementary planning
documents, design guides and codes in
guiding planning applications and their
consideration
This is introduced in 4REGFMK Introduction to Regulatory Frameworks,
developed in 5PLPRPO Planning Practice and Policy and applied in
5PRODEV Property Development and 6APPRDE Applied Property
Development
Property finance
and funding
• The various senior debt providers, and their
expectations in terms of pricing and security This is considered in 6REEINV Investment Appraisal and Portfolio
Management, 6STPRMA Strategic Property Management and
6APPRDE Applied Property Development
• The impact of gearing on equity returns This is considered in 6REEINV Investment Appraisal and Portfolio
Management and 6STPRMA Strategic Property Management
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• The ability to demonstrate this gearing effect
numerically This is considered in 6REEINV Investment Appraisal and Portfolio
Management and 6STPRMA Strategic Property Management
• How mezzanine and equity finance might be
priced This is considered in 6REEINV Investment Appraisal and Portfolio
Management, 6STPRMA Strategic Property Management and
6APPRDE Applied Property Development
• The financing process This is considered in 6REEINV Investment Appraisal and Portfolio
Management, 6STPRMA Strategic Property Management and
6APPRDE Applied Property Development
Use of financial information such as audited
report and accounts.
This is considered in 6REEINV Investment Appraisal and Portfolio
Management and 6STPRMA Strategic Property Management
Property
Management
The key factors determining the landlord and
tenant relationship in relation to the running
of a property
These are introduced in 4LAWBEV Law for the Built Environment and
5PROLAW Property Law and developed in 5OPPRMA Operational
Property Management and 6STPRMA Strategic Property Management
The key lease terms and their implications to
property management These issues are considered in 5PROLAW Property Law and applied in
5OPPRMA Operational Property Management and 6STPRMA Strategic
Property Management
How disputes and problematical issues can
be resolved, and be able to prioritise key
tasks
This is considered in 4LAWBEV Law for the Built Environment and
applied in 5OPPRMA Operational Property Management and 6STPRMA
Strategic Property Management
Managing property from both a landlord
and tenant perspective, and understanding
the key factors from each viewpoint
This is considered in 5OPPRMA Operational Property Management and
6STPRMA Strategic Property Management
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Understanding legal requirements
associated with multi-let property and/or
managed property
This is considered in 4LAWBEV Law for the Built Environment and
5PROLAW Property Law and developed in 5OPPRMA Operational
Property Management and 6STPRMA Strategic Property Management
Understanding property management
accounting principles from the landlord and
tenant perspective, and also the
requirements of law and RICS
This is considered in 4LAWBEV Law for the Built Environment and
5PROLAW Property Law and developed in 5OPPRMA Operational
Property Management and 6STPRMA Strategic Property Management
Understanding courses of action in relation to
breaches of lease by landlord and tenant.
This is considered in 4LAWBEV Law for the Built Environment and
5PROLAW Property Law and developed in 5OPPRMA Operational
Property Management and 6STPRMA Strategic Property Management
Participating in all aspects of property
management including works, emergency
reactive maintenance, planned programmes,
budgets
This is considered in 5OPPRMA Operational Property Management and
6STPRMA Strategic Property Management
Applying your negotiation, communication,
and business skills in relation to contentious
issues with both landlord and tenant
This is assessed in 5OPPRMA Operational Property Management and
6STPRMA Strategic Property Management
Purchase and
sale
The different types of interests that can be
sold or purchased, and the factors affecting
value
This is considered in 4LAWBEV Law for the Built Environment and
5PROLAW Property Law and developed in 5OPPRMA Operational
Property Management and 6STPRMA Strategic Property Management
Factors governing the methods of
disposal/acquisition and the
advantages/disadvantages of each
This is considered in 4LAWBEV Law for the Built Environment and
5PROLAW Property Law and developed in 5OPPRMA Operational
Property Management, 6STPRMA Strategic Property Management and
6REEINV Real Estate Investment
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The legal processes needed to complete a
sale/purchase This is considered in 4LAWBEV Law for the Built Environment and
5PROLAW Property Law
What factors affect value for property in the
purchase/sales market
These are considered in 5ECOBEN Economics for the Built Environment
and 4PRIVAL Principles of Valuation
Strategic real
estate
consultancy
• Organisational structures, values and
objectives These are introduced in 4OPDMAN Operational and Data Management
and considered in greater detail in 5OPPRMA Operational Property
Management, 6STPRMA Strategic Property Management and 6REEINV
Investment Appraisal and Portfolio Management
• Business performance This is introduced in 4OPDMAN Operational and Data Management and
are considered further in 5OPPRMA Operational Property Management,
6STPRMA Strategic Property Management and 6REEINV Investment
Appraisal and Portfolio Management
• The role and importance of real estate in
organisational/business performance. The
role of real estate in business strategies
These are considered in 5OPPRMA Operational Property Management,
6STPRMA Strategic Property Management and 6REEINV Investment
Appraisal and Portfolio Management
• Strategic uses of real estate These are considered in 5OPPRMA Operational Property Management,
6STPRMA Strategic Property Management and 6REEINV Investment
Appraisal and Portfolio Management
• Methods for appraising options for real
estate strategies These are considered in 5OPPRMA Operational Property Management,
6STPRMA Strategic Property Management and 6REEINV Investment
Appraisal and Portfolio Management
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• The role of the real estate professional as a
strategic business adviser These are considered in 5OPPRMA Operational Property Management,
6STPRMA Strategic Property Management and 6REEINV Investment
Appraisal and Portfolio Management
Styles of consultancy intervention These are considered in 5OPPRMA Operational Property Management,
6STPRMA Strategic Property Management and 6REEINV Investment
Appraisal and Portfolio Management
Preparing and analysing relevant data These are considered in 5OPPRMA Operational Property Management,
6STPRMA Strategic Property Management and 6REEINV Real Estate
Investment
Undertaking option appraisals for real estate
strategies These are considered in 5OPPRMA Operational Property Management,
6STPRMA Strategic Property Management and 6REEINV Investment
Appraisal and Portfolio Management
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