SAPOA Educational Programmes 2008

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

Employers may apply to claim back a portion of the course fees from the relevant SETA.

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 the Property Development Programme, as well as a registration form.

Please make copies of the registration form if required.

The number of delegates attending each course is limited, and it is recommended that application forms are processed and submitted urgently in each instance. Full course details are available in each relevant course pamphlet/booking form, which is obtainable from SAPOA.

Basic Property Programme (BPP)

Gauteng

Course Date: 20 – 22 February 2008
Venue: FNB Conference Centre, 114 Grayston Drive, Sandton

Cape Town

Course Date: 02 – 04 April 2008
Venue: Breakwater Lodge, GSB, Portswood Road, V&A Waterfront

Kwazulu-Natal

Course Date: 07 – 09 May 2008
Venue: Sica’s Guest House, 19 Owen Avenue, Mayville

East London

Course Date: 09 – 11 April 2008
Venue: EL Golf Club, Bunkers Hill

Port Elizabeth

Course Date: 30 July – 01 August 2008
Venue: Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU), Bird Street Campus, 20 Bird Street, Central

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.

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. These courses* are held in conjunction with the University of Pretoria with the exception of KwaZulua Natal and Limpipo Province.

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.

Property Intermediate Programme (PIP)

Cape Town

Course Date: 13 – 17 May 2008
Venue: Breakwater Lodge, GSB, Portswood Road, V & A Waterfront
Accommodation (optional): R4 500.00 (VAT included)

Gauteng

Course Date: 03 – 07 June 2008
Venue: Roode Vallei Country Lodge, Plot 81, Zeekoegat, Kameeldrift East, Pretoria
Accommodation (optional): R4 500.00 (VAT included)

East London

Course date: 24 – 28 June 2008
Venue: The Manderson, Elizabeth Drive, Stutterheim
Accommodation (optional): R3 000.00 (VAT included)

Kwazulu-Natal

Course date: 09 – 13 September 2008
Venue: 19 Owen Avenue, Mayville

Delegate Cost

SAPOA Members: R7 900.00 per person (VAT exempt*)
Non-Members: R9 000.00 per person (VAT exempt*)
Note: Please note that the Kwazulu-Natal course is not run in conjunction with the University of Pretoria.
*Only Gauteng & Cape Town registration fees are VAT exempt

Course Profile and Objectives

PIP is an intense INTERMEDIATE course which is held over four days. This course*, which is held in conjunction with the University of Pretoria, is designed for people in junior and middle management positions. The objective of the course is to extend the basic knowledge of participants on the principles and practices of property investment, development, marketing and management, and the inter-relationships between the various disciplines.

*Please note that the Kwazulu-Natal course is not run in conjunction with the University of Pretoria.

Certificate for the Commercial Property Practitioner (CCPP)

A one-year distance-learning course, to cater for people in all regions and neighbouring countries.

Course date: February – November 2008
Venue: University of Pretoria

Delegate Cost

SAPOA Members: R13 000.00 + R3 000 = R16 000.00 (Includes 3 days accom (VAT included))
Non-Members: R15 000.00 + R3 000 = R18 000.00 (Includes 3 days accom (VAT included))

The fee includes lecture notes, examination fees, accommodation and all meals for the three-day block session, but does not include the cost of a financial calculator, or transport to and from the venue.

Course Profile and Objectives

The CCPP is presented by the University of Pretoria in conjunction with SAPOA.

This is South Africa’s premier qualification for practitioners and brokers involved in office, retail and industrial leasing, selling, management and investment.

Experienced academic staff as well as leading figures in the industry provides a strong functional base to the programme.

The course is designed to provide the necessary skills and knowledge for the broker and practitioner to function effectively, efficiently and successfully in the commercial and industrial property sectors.

Entrance qualification is a minimum of matric, with mathematics at matric level being desirable.

The course comprises 26 subjects, to be studied by correspondence between February and November. A welcoming workshop is held at the University on a Saturday morning preceding the course – to allow delegates to meet each other and to gain an overview of the course and assignment procedures. There is a three-day residential block session in October, at a venue in Gauteng.

Property Development Programme (PDP)

Course Date: 20 July – 01 August 2008
Venue: Graduate School of Business, University of Cape Town
Closing date: 30 April 2008
Note: Limited to 64 delegates!

Delegate Cost

Tuition:
SAPOA Members: R18 998.00 per person (incl VAT)
Non-Members: R24 522.00 per person (incl VAT)

Accommodation: NB: Must be booked directly with hotel. On enquiry mention GSB Executive Education programme to qualify for these special rates.

Option 1: Commodore Hotel (5 Star)
Recommended Standard room p/night, Bed & Breakfast
R895.00 (VAT inclusive).

Option 2: Portswood Hotel (4 Star)
Standard room p/night, Bed & Breakfast
R760.00 (VAT inclusive).

Option 3: Breakwater Lodge (Economy)
Single Room (Twin Shared bathroom)
Bed & Breakfast R343.00 (VAT inclusive.)

Single Room (En-suite Private bathroom)
Bed & Breakfast R553.00 (VAT inclusive.)

NB: Lunch and dinner are excluded. Stonebreakers Restaurant on the Breakwater Campus offers lunch and dinner at R72.00 per meal.

Course Profile and Objectives

The extremely popular PDP is run in partnership with the Graduate School of Business (GSB) in Cape South Africa’s premier management programme on property finance, valuation, property law, negotiation, investment, development, marketing and management. The calibre of participants is traditionally high and the standard of instruction is therefore pitched at senior and potential senior management. A maximum of 64 delegates are selected to attend each PDP.

Some Comments on the Course

"Well presented, enjoyable and very informative".
"Brilliant – learnt much from the other team players".
"Very interactive, a sound learning experience".
"Very good way of putting all the "pieces" together and to acquire real skills / experience".

Intensive Project Management Programme for Built Environment Practitioners (IPMP)

Date: 02 – 06 June 2008
Venue: CMA Auditorium, The Auditorium, Conference Park / Construction Park, 234 Alexandra Road, Midrand
Note: Delegates are limited!

Delegate Cost

Tuition 2008:
SAPOA Members: R7 200.00 per person (VAT exempt)
Non-Members: R8 200.00 per person (VAT exempt)

Accommodation:
Delegates should make their own reservations. A list of hotels and guest houses are available on request.

Course Profile and Objectives

This IPMP is an intensive course, which is held over five days.

It is offered in conjunction with the University of the Free State and is designed for people in first level and middle management positions.

The IPMP has been structured to provide delegates with a thorough understanding of project management and the application thereof in practice.

The objective of the course is to cover the proven generic areas of project management and to introduce delegates to the more innovative and novel practices in project management. On completion of the course, delegates should be able to utilise the relevant concepts when executing projects and contribute to future development of project management as a strategic tool in their enterprises.

The contents of the course are broad based and supported by extensive course material. Lecturers are experienced academics and practitioners with sound knowledge and handson practical experience. The tutorial guides delegates in developing cognitive ability, which in turn will enhance their ability to substantially contribute towards the development of a project management strategy in their enterprises.

Facilities Management Programme (FMP)

Date: 03 - 07 March 2008
Venue: CMA Auditorium, The Auditorium, Conference Park / Construction Park, 234 Alexandra Road, Midrand
Note: Delegates are limited!

Delegate Cost

Tuition:
SAPOA Members: R7 200.00 per person (VAT exempt)
Non-Members: R8 200.00 per person (VAT exempt)
Accommodation: Delegates should make their own reservations. A list of hotels and guest houses are available on request.

Course Profile and Objectives

This FMP is an intensive course, which is held over five days. It is offered in conjunction with the University of the Free State and is designed for people in first level and middle management positions.

The FMP has been structured to provide delegates with a thorough understanding of facilities management and the application thereof in practice.

The objective of the course is to distinguish between asset management, property management, facilities management, maintenance management and to equip delegates with a knowledge base suitable for structuring and executing a facilities management strategy. The concept and implementation of facilities management is fairly new to South Africa, but destined to become a major service and career focus.

The contents of the course are broad based and supported by extensive course material. Lecturers are experienced academics and practitioners with sound knowledge and handson practical experience. The tutorial guides delegates in developing cognitive ability, which in turn will enhance their ability to substantially contribute towards the development of a facilities management strategy in their enterprises.

For More Information Contact

Jane Padayachee SAPOA Educational Programmes Paddock View Hunt’s End Office Park 36 Wierda Road West Wierda Valley Sandton 2146 Tel (011) 883 0679 Fax (011) 883 0684 Email events@sapoa.org.za

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