University of Cape Town
Property Management: Marketing, Contracts and Administration
Minimise costs and maximise rental income by taking control of the leasing and maintenance of your own or your clients’ property.
Start date
21 June 2021
Enroll by 15 June 2021
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
Communication and customer service skills are two of the 10 core competencies property managers need to succeed.
Mashvisor (Jul, 2019).
The proportion of commercial real estate professionals who plan to maintain or increase their investment in technology related to tenant experience.
Deloitte (Dec, 2020).
Duration: 8 weeks (excluding orientation)
Rent earned from an additional property can serve as a lucrative secondary source of income, but in order for real estate to be profitable, it needs to be maintained and administered effectively.
The Property Management: Marketing, Contracts and Administration online short course from the University of Cape Town (UCT) is designed to empower you to assume the role of property manager and take over the maintenance and letting of a real estate portfolio. Develop a core understanding of the business of property by examining key techniques and principles used in the field, and learn how to navigate the practicalities of leasing your own property, applying marketing strategies, and leveraging new technologies to make managing your property more efficient. As you progress through the course, you’ll have the opportunity to practically apply each module’s theoretical learnings by managing a fictional building.
Is this course for you?
This course is aimed at both property owners and property professionals who manage, or aspire to manage, real estate. Private investors can empower themselves with the knowledge needed to excel in the business of property, while those working in the property industry can update and refresh their skills. Property administrators, real estate agents, and individuals looking to move into a career in property management for the first time may also find this course beneficial.
This course is certified by the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) for CPD points. 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 UCTPMG21.
Course overview
Introduction
Duration: 8 weeks (excluding orientation)
Rent earned from an additional property can serve as a lucrative secondary source of income, but in order for real estate to be profitable, it needs to be maintained and administered effectively.
The Property Management: Marketing, Contracts and Administration online short course from the University of Cape Town (UCT) is designed to empower you to assume the role of property manager and take over the maintenance and letting of a real estate portfolio. Develop a core understanding of the business of property by examining key techniques and principles used in the field, and learn how to navigate the practicalities of leasing your own property, applying marketing strategies, and leveraging new technologies to make managing your property more efficient. As you progress through the course, you’ll have the opportunity to practically apply each module’s theoretical learnings by managing a fictional building.
Is this course for you?
This course is aimed at both property owners and property professionals who manage, or aspire to manage, real estate. Private investors can empower themselves with the knowledge needed to excel in the business of property, while those working in the property industry can update and refresh their skills. Property administrators, real estate agents, and individuals looking to move into a career in property management for the first time may also find this course beneficial.
This course is certified by the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) for CPD points. 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 UCTPMG21.
What will set you apart
Insight into the business of property and how best to maintain and increase the long-term value and profitability of a property.
The competence to administer a property portfolio, and prepare a budget report.
The skills needed for successful property ownership, including tenant screening, strategic leasing, and managing stakeholder relationships.
An understanding of how to use new property technology (proptech) platforms to solve real estate problems.Course curriculum
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
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Course Convenor
Kathy Michell
Associate Professor, Department of Construction Economics and Management, UCT
About the certificate
Develop skills in property management 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 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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Why choose GetSmarter?
GetSmarter, powered by 2U, is an online learning expert with over 10 years' experience in developing premium online short courses from the world’s leading universities and institutions. We are powered by 2U to support you in unlocking your potential through life-changing learning with an immersive and high-touch experience.
We deliver market-led courses that equip working professionals with the expertise required to upskill, reskill or kickstart a completely new career. Through a data-driven approach, we analyze future skills requirements and ensure all courses address this need. We ensure that leading universities and institutions are your expert guides and our people, technology, and resources are your engine – together we power more than just education, we power your potential.
Find out more about GetSmarter’s approach to digital learning, course design, and online delivery here.
Payment options
You can pay your course fees before the course starts, or you may opt for a split payment plan on courses that are nine weeks and shorter. For courses 10 weeks and longer, there is a three-part payment plan available. To find out more about payment options please visit our Payment and Financing page, or contact an Enrollment Adviser, to find out which option you qualify for.
Manage your time
GetSmarter's learning model is designed to help you, as a working professional, improve your skills without compromising on work and family responsibilities. The course work is broken up into weekly, manageable bite-sized modules, with incremental deadlines, designed to help you pace yourself over the duration of the course and allow you the legroom to work when it suits you best.
At the beginning of each module you'll be presented with the course content and assignments necessary for completion. You also have access to your Success Adviser who will help you manage your time, and support you with any administrative or technical queries you might have.
Seek employer assistance
By improving your skills and industry knowledge, you'll have an influence on the success of your organization. Why wouldn't you ask your boss to help you fund your studies if it's going to have an impact on the way you do business?
Of our past students, 37 percent have received financial assistance from their employers. You can ask for help, too. Here is a guide to show you how to request financial assistance from your employer.
If you are a Learning & Development (L&D) manager, or involved in training and upskilling for an organization, you can request information regarding our corporate offering on our GetSmarter for business page.
How to change your start date
As part of our commitment to your professional development, GetSmarter offers you a two-week period to change your course start date or request your money back if you’re not fully satisfied.
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.
Discover the Online Campus
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 see the list of university partner login pages here.
Financing options
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.
How do I apply?
- You have the option of applying for a full course-cost loan agreement with FeverTree (South African citizens and short courses only)
- FeverTree works with GetSmarter to ensure your studies are financed right away, giving you the chance to join the soonest presentation
- You can find out if you pre-qualify in seconds. Send an SMS with your “Name*Surname*ID Number*Gross Salary” to 30082
- FeverTree’s application process is simple and quick – expect a 15-minute turnaround to find out if you’ve been successful with your loan application
- Even if you aren’t successful in your FeverTree application, you’ll still be eligible for the payment plan options with GetSmarter
