C04008v3 Master of Property Development

Overview

The main focus of this course is the dynamic growth of the property and construction industry in Australia and the Asia region.

The Master of Property Development enables students to study matters relating to the property field, with the purpose of adding depth to their professional activity and minimising the cost to society in general and to clients in particular. It is designed for property analysts, property developers, valuers, real estate practitioners, property managers and other property practitioners who wish to upgrade their qualifications and expertise in the field. The course also provides graduates in other fields – including architects, builders, planners, engineers, quantity surveyors, lawyers, project managers, economists and financiers – with the opportunity to extend their understanding of property development and investment issues and techniques.

Course aims

This course aims to provide a thorough and advanced grounding in all aspects of the property process, markets and institutions. Expected outcomes of the course include the ability to understand the political, managerial, legal and physical systems which contribute collectively to the effective management and development of property assets, property investment portfolio and property development proposals. The course prepares students for employment in the property industry by developing the skills and analytical techniques necessary to work as researchers, analysts, managers and consultants.

Career options

Career options include analyst, consultant, manager or researcher in the land economics sector.

Additional admission requirements

Admission to the course is assessed on merit, given that a Bachelor's degree in a property-related discipline is a prerequisite qualification. Applicants also need to demonstrate a minimum of three years' experience in the property field.

Additional recognition of prior learning

Applicants with a Bachelor's degree in property economics or a closely related area such as the built environment, may be awarded up to 24 credit points of advanced standing.

Course duration and attendance

The course duration is three years of part-time study, or one-and-a-half years of full-time study.

The attendance pattern for each subject is generally two separate two-and-a-half day blocks of attendance, usually held over a Thursday evening, Friday and Saturday.

Course structure

The Master of Property Development requires the completion of 72 credit points of study, comprising 24 credit points of compulsory subjects, 24 credit points of core program subjects, and a further 24 credit points which may include an optional Research Project.

Course completion requirements

Course program

The example program below is for a student commencing in Autumn semester and undertaking the course full time.

Other information

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