About the course
Effectively managing and maintaining real estate is essential for it to be a profitable secondary income source. The University of Cape Town (UCT) offers an online short course called Property Management: Marketing, Contracts and Administration, which aims to equip individuals with the skills needed to assume the role of a property manager. This course delves into the principles and techniques used in the property business, providing students with the practical know-how to market, lease, and manage their property portfolio efficiently. Through the course, students can put their theoretical knowledge into practice by managing a fictional building.
The course is designed for individuals in various stages of their careers in the property industry, including property owners and professionals who manage real estate. Private investors can benefit from the knowledge gained in the course to succeed in the property business, while those already working in the field can enhance and update their skills. Additionally, individuals seeking to start a career in property management or working as property administrators and real estate agents can also benefit from this course's comprehensive content.
This course is approved by the University of Cape Town and is validated by the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) for CPD credits. The course has an estimated 80 hours of learning and South African engineering professionals can earn up to eight CPD credits.
International students need to consult their national professional engineering bodies to check whether this course is recognised for points towards maintaining professional status.
Course content
- Orientation module: Welcome to your Online Campus
- Module 1: The fundamentals of property management
- Module 2: Managing a property portfolio
- Module 3: Understanding leases and the leasing process
- Module 4: Landlord-manager-tenant relationships
- Module 5: Maintenance and facilities coordination
- Module 6: Budgetary and financial control
- Module 7: Technology and property management
- Module 8: Adapting to changing markets
Registration
This course is offered by GetSmarter. Enrol and pay directly with the course provider.
More information
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Property Management: Marketing, Contracts and Administration
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