Course Overview

The UCT GSB Property Development Programme equips experienced professionals with the ability to engage in a full range of disciplines within the commercial property industry. Gain insights from industry experts and academic faculty delivering a rich learning experience that bridges theory and practice.

What you will walk away with

  • Basic knowledge of principles and practices in property investment, development, marketing, and management. 
  • Sharpened skills & knowledge in the property development industry
  • Strong theoretical knowledge enhanced by practical experience and in-depth case studies
  • Knowing how to build professional networks and relationships
  • A strong base in strategic thinking, negotiation, financial management, economics and presentation skills

Additional Course Information

MODULE BREAKDOWN

Curriculum Overview

Tendering/Procurement

Procurement Cycle and Strategy
Legislative and Regulatory Framework
Selection Methods
Price Determination Strategy
Adjudication

Tender Methods

Open Tenders
Selected Tenders
Negotiated Tenders

Selection of an Appropriate Form of Contracts

Fixed Price Contracts
Cost Reimbursement Contracts
Design Build Contracts
Package Deal Contracts
Turnkey Contracts
Continuity Contracts
Integrated Management Contract
Separate/Divide Contracts
Partnering Contracts
Public Private Partnership (PPP) Contracts
Standard Forms of Contracts
Joint Building Contracts Committee Principal Building Agreement (JBCC)
General Conditions of Contract (GCC)
NEC3 / NEC4 (New Engineering Contract)
International Federation of Consulting Engineers (in French) (FIDIC)
JCT (Joint Contracts Tribunal)
Contractor’s Domestic Contracts (MBSA)
PROCSA (Professional Consultant Services Agreement)

Minimum Requirements:

  • NQF 4
  • English proficiency
  •  7 - 10 years of commercial or industrial property experience
  • Middle to senior management level. Preference will be given to candidates with tertiary qualifications

Who should apply:
Participants are drawn from various disciplines in the commercial property industry:

  • Property development
  • Financial management
  • Legal
  • Architectural
  • Engineering
  • Quantity surveying
  • Building planning
  • Broking sectors

What our alumni say

Learn with the best

Our Internationally acclaimed researchers and teachers are all dedicated and gifted individuals who contribute directly to UCT GSB's reputation of excellence.

 
Mr Henry Chitsulo
Mr Henry Chitsulo

Course Convenor

Henry has 26 years experience in Investment Banking and Real Estate.
Mr Jodie Martin
Mr Jodie Martin

Head: Executive Education

Jodie Martin is the Executive Education Head of Department where he leads and supports our world-class Executive Education delivery team.
Ms Tarryn Mentoor
Ms Tarryn Mentoor

Client Liaison Officer

Tarryn is a seasoned sales & marketing professional with over 8 years of experience in the higher education short course industry.

FAQ

15% for 3 - 6 applicants (bulk discount applied from third applicant)

10% for 7+ applicants (bulk discount applied to all applicants)

10% for alumni of UCT GSB academic and Executive Education courses

The UCT GSB's Breakwater Campus is situated in the heart of Cape Town's most popular tourist attraction, the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. Centrally located and easily accessed, the UCT GSB is just 1.5km away from the central business district and 20 minutes from Cape Town International Airport.

As an added benefit to studying at the UCT GSB, you'll be situated in one of the most beautiful cities in the world. 

Certificate of completion

Flights & accommodation costs are not included.

The course is a non-credit-bearing course delivered at the equivalent of an NQF 8 postgraduate level of study.
The course is accredited through UCT, which is a registered public higher education institution with the Council on Higher Education (CHE). Each programme is accredited through an internal UCT quality assurance process, as delegated by the CHE, ensuring the excellent quality of our offering.
In short, this course does not refer to NQF levels.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

 

LeadWell: Nurturing Mental Health for Leadership Excellence; Workshop 3

 Thursday, 17 October 2024
 09:30 (GMT+2)

The UCT Graduate School of Business is dedicated to not only forging but also growing the business leaders of tomorrow. We are proud to host a set of workshops titled "LeadWell: Nurturing Mental Health for Leadership Excellence".

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LeadWell: Nurturing Mental Health for Leadership Excellence; Workshop 4

 Thursday, 14 November 2024
 09:30 (GMT+2)

The UCT Graduate School of Business is dedicated to not only forging but also growing the business leaders of tomorrow. We are proud to host a set of workshops titled "LeadWell: Nurturing Mental Health for Leadership Excellence".

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