University of Cape Town
Property Development and Investment online short course
Identify investment opportunities and study the factors that impact property success – from the legal environment to valuation and financing. Explore the property industry and enhance your proficiency in leveraging profitable investment prospects.
Start date
07 April 2025
Course duration
8 weeks
Excluding orientation
Language
English
Access resources from start date
Effort
7–10 hours per week
Self-paced learning online
Course overview
Duration: 8 weeks (excluding orientation)
For those interested in entering the property industry, both locally and internationally, there is great potential for developers and investors alike. However, making informed decisions requires carefully evaluating market conditions and current trends.
The University of Cape Town (UCT) offers a property development and investment course that aims to equip students with the necessary skills to understand the property sector and succeed in their own property ventures. Over eight weeks, industry experts will teach students topics such as intelligent investment decision-making, property development and entrepreneurship, and effective property management.
Upon completion of the property development course, students will have acquired practical knowledge that can be immediately applied in a business context, as well as developing a portfolio of evidence that includes a sales comparison valuation report, bank loan proposal, and property management plan. The UCT Property Development and Investment online short course provides an excellent opportunity for those looking to enter the property industry to gain valuable insights and skills.
Is the UCT Property Development and Investment online short course for you?
This property development course provides a comprehensive understanding of property development, investment, and management. It is ideal for investors looking for new revenue streams, aspiring developers seeking foundational knowledge, and experienced professionals hoping to broaden their understanding. The course is also perfect for new entrepreneurs and professionals seeking practical skills to enter the property investment or property career industry, as it introduces the subject matter. No prior experience is needed to enrol in this course.
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.
*Should you wish to claim CPD activity, the onus is upon you. The University of Cape Town and GetSmarter accept no responsibility. If you would like to claim validation or points, use the ECSA validation number UCTGSPDI23.*
Course overview
Introduction
Duration: 8 weeks (excluding orientation)
For those interested in entering the property industry, both locally and internationally, there is great potential for developers and investors alike. However, making informed decisions requires carefully evaluating market conditions and current trends.
The University of Cape Town (UCT) offers a property development and investment course that aims to equip students with the necessary skills to understand the property sector and succeed in their own property ventures. Over eight weeks, industry experts will teach students topics such as intelligent investment decision-making, property development and entrepreneurship, and effective property management.
Upon completion of the property development course, students will have acquired practical knowledge that can be immediately applied in a business context, as well as developing a portfolio of evidence that includes a sales comparison valuation report, bank loan proposal, and property management plan. The UCT Property Development and Investment online short course provides an excellent opportunity for those looking to enter the property industry to gain valuable insights and skills.
Is the UCT Property Development and Investment online short course for you?
This property development course provides a comprehensive understanding of property development, investment, and management. It is ideal for investors looking for new revenue streams, aspiring developers seeking foundational knowledge, and experienced professionals hoping to broaden their understanding. The course is also perfect for new entrepreneurs and professionals seeking practical skills to enter the property investment or property career industry, as it introduces the subject matter. No prior experience is needed to enrol in this course.
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.
*Should you wish to claim CPD activity, the onus is upon you. The University of Cape Town and GetSmarter accept no responsibility. If you would like to claim validation or points, use the ECSA validation number UCTGSPDI23.*
What will set you apart
The ability to identify sound property investment opportunities and analyse trends affecting the market.
An understanding of the principles underpinning property development, management, and financing.
A commercially viable property development plan outlining market research, feasibility studies, team upskilling, and predicted financial returns.
Unlimited access to edX’s Career Engagement Network, offering you exclusive resources and events to support your professional journey and drive your career forward.Course curriculum
Orientation module
Welcome to your Online Campus
Module 1
An introduction to property development and investment
Module 2
Identifying investment opportunities
Module 3
Property law and the legal environment
Module 4
Property cashflow and investment analysis
Module 5
The roles of property valuation
Module 6
Property funding and financing
Module 7
The development process
Module 8
Property management
What past students
think
Stephanie Thomas
Past Student
The course content is well structured and sufficiently challenging. I particularly enjoyed the small group discussions, which I found were extremely valuable and stimulated critical thinking.
Course Convenor
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Francois Viruly
Property Economist; Associate Professor, UCT
About the certificate
Acquire knowledge of property development and investment, and earn an official certificate of completion from the University of Cape Town.
Assessment is continuous and based on a series of practical assignments completed online. In order to be issued with a digital certificate, you’ll need to meet the requirements outlined in the course handbook. The handbook will be made available to you as soon as you begin the course.
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To qualify for a deferral of your course start date, or to cancel your enrollment and receive a refund of your course fee, your request would need to reach our Success Advisers before the release of Module 2. For more information, please read our Terms and Conditions.
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The Online Campus will be your virtual classroom for the duration of your course. Through its easy-to-use interface you'll have access to a diverse variety of course content formats including: interactive videos, module notes, practice quizzes, presentations, assignment briefs, and additional web resources.
On the Online Campus, you'll also be able to ask questions and interact with your fellow students and teaching team through the discussion forums. If you are looking for your Online Campus login, please visit your Account page here.
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We've recently partnered with financial services firm, FeverTree, to offer you another convenient way to finance your short course education. Find out how you can apply for a short-term loan below.
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- You have the option of applying for a full course-cost loan agreement with FeverTree (South African citizens and short courses only)
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- Even if you aren’t successful in your FeverTree application, you’ll still be eligible for the payment plan options with GetSmarter
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