Basic Property Programme (BPP)

Course Profile and Objectives

BPP is a three-day BEGINNERS COURSE in property, designed for those who have little or no property knowledge and, in addition, may not have had the advantage of a tertiary education.

This course is held in conjunction with the University of Pretoria.

It is an ideal course for:

• people who need to acquire a BASIC KNOWLEDGE of the various principles and forces at play in the property industry
• property executives who have recognised the value of their personal assistants and secretaries having a basic knowledge in property
• organisations which are seriously concerned with affirmative action issues.

Delegates typically come from the employee ranks of local authorities, municipalities, various property-orientated companies, financial institutions, etc, and historically they have included people involved as trainee managers, quantity surveyors and architects, secretaries and PA’s, developmentagencies, brokers, property administrators, consultants and marketers, valuers etc.

THIS IS THE ONLY BEGINNERS COURSE AVAILABLE TO THE PROPERTY INDUSTRY – IF YOU ARE PLANNING TO FURTHER YOUR CAREER IN PROPERTY,THEN YOU CANNOT MISS THIS COURSE.

Structure of the Course and Workload

The three-day non-residential course is designed to give participants insight into the various subjects and – by class and group participation – to promote awareness of the close synergy that is needed for a successful property development. Delegates are encouraged and expected to participate in discussions.

A certificate of attendance is issued at the end of the course.

SUBJECTS CONCERNED

• Introduction to property development
• The value of property
• The role of government in property
• Planning for communities
• Conveyancing and title deeds
• The sale and lease agreement
• Building plans and the role of the professional consultant
• Planning controls and regulations
• The provision of services
• Property law and legislation
• The role of the estate agent
• Property marketing
• Property economics
• Principles of viability studies
• Building costs
• Property finance
• Building contracts
• The financial feasibility and case study
• Careers in property

COURSE WELL SUPPORTED

THE BPP COURSE HAS BEEN VERY WELL SUPPORTED IN THE PAST BY VARIOUS ORGANISATIONS INCLUDING:

Abland Ltd
ABSA REAM
Atterbury Properties
Atlas Management Services
Boschendall Ltd
City of Johannesburg
Colliers RMS Pty Ltd
Dept of Public Works
Imperial Bank
Gensec
H L Hall & Sons
Highpower Properties Ltd
JCI Properties Ltd
Marriott Corporate Properties
Nedbank Corporate Property Services
Pangbourne Services Pty Ltd
Propnet
RMB Properties Pty Ltd
SA Post Office
Spire Property Services
Standard Bank – Property Finance
TFMC
The Housing Co
Victoria & Alfred Waterfront
Vodacom Pty Ltd
Zenprop Property Holdings

Feedback and Comments

SOME OF THE FEEDBACK AND COMMENTS FROM PREVIOUS DELEGATES:

• ‘A great experience for me, in particular the broad perspective of property and development’
• ‘Very informative, I have gained a vast amount of knowledge which is applicable in my work environment, and I can’t wait to do the next course following the BPP, namely the PIP’
• ‘The module on law which is potentially dry and boring was presented with personality and humour to maintain the delegates’ attention throughout’
• ‘Very enjoyable and informative’
• ‘Generally a very good course, especially if you want to follow a career in property’
• ‘Now I also know the ins-and-outs of property’
• ‘I have definitely benefited from doing the course and would highly recommend it’
• ‘I will definitely recommend this course for beginners and secretaries’
• ‘All material was very well presented’
• ‘The scope of the course content is excellent’
• ‘I appreciate the fact that the lecturers are very committed to the course as a whole’

Background to the Sapoa Educational Programmes

Each year, SAPOA – in conjunction with various tertiary Educational Institutions – presents a range of short courses and training programmes in property.

There are separate courses suitable for various levels, including beginners, middle-management and senior management positions.

We have designed the courses so that they become steppingstones in a logical training experience, which will equip participants for a rewarding career in the property industry.

This course has been recorded with SAQA (South African Qualifications Authority). You may now claim the approved rebate from the Services SETA, on the cost of the course, thereby making it more attractive to employers for staff training.

The number of delegates attending each course is limited, and it is recommended that application forms are processed and submitted urgently in each instance.

The attached pages provide a synopsis of theThe attached pages provide a synopsis of the Basic Property Programme, as well as a registration form. Please make copies of the Registration Form for your own records.

Course Date & Closing Date for Registration

DELEGATE COST

SAPOA Members R4 500.00 per person (VAT exempt*) (Fees do not include accommodation)
Non-Members R5 650.00 per person (VAT exempt*) (Fees do not include accommodation)

*Kwa-Zulu Natal is not VAT exempt.

Tuition fees include lecture notes, meals and refreshments as provided as part of the course.

In case of insufficient applications for a course, we reserve the right to cancel the course. Applicants will be informed and all fees will be refunded immediately.

Very Important Please Read Carefully

1. The CLOSING DATES for registration:
   • BPP Gauteng: 06 February 2008
   • BPP Cape Town: 20 March 2008
   • BPP KZN: 18 April 2008
   • BPP East London: 20 March 2008
   • BPP Elizabeth: 30 June 2008
2. Successful applicants will be advised of their acceptance, in writing, soon after the closing date.
3. Please indicate on the registration form, in which region you wish to attend BPP.
4. Please complete your form, then make and keep a copy for yourself.

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