Basic Property Programme (BBP)

Gauteng

Course date: 22 – 24 February 2006
Venue: FNB Conference Centre, 114 Grayston Drive, Sandton
Closing date: 11 February 2006

Kwazulu-Natal

Course date: 3 – 5 May 2006
Venue: Sicas Guest House
Closing date: 29 April 2006

Cape Town

Course date: 23 – 25 August 2006
Venue: Breakwater Lodge, GSB
Closing date: 17 August 2006

Delegate Cost

SAPOA Members: R3 950.00 per person (VAT exempt)
Non-Members: R4 950.00 per person (VAT exempt)
(Fees do not include accommodation)

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

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.

The 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.

Some Comments on the Course

“Very good.Very comprehensive course covers all basic aspects of planning development and selling property”.

“Contents of the course were very good and I have learned a lot of the different modules in property management”.

“The course is directed at the novice who wants to future his property career.Well done”.

“Good comprehensive notes and easy to follow”.

“Course is quite intensive but very informative”.

Property Intermediate Programme (PIP)

Gauteng

Course date: 30, 31 May – 3 June 2006
Venue: Magaliesberg Conference Centre, Lanseria Road, Broederstroom
Accommodation: R2 600.00 (VAT included)
Closing date: 30 March 2006

Kwazulu-Natal

Course date: 12 – 19 August 2006
Venue: Sicas Guest House
Accommodation: (Accommodation optional)
Closing Date: 15 July 2006

Delegate Cost

SAPOA Member: R6 950.00 per person (VAT exempt)
Non-Members: R7 950.00 per person (VAT exempt)
Note: Accommodation fee is subject to change.

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.

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

Course Profile and Objectives

PIP is an intense INTERMEDIATE course which is held over four days. The 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.

Course Well Supported

The PIP course has been very well supported in the past by various organisations

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: 17 February to closing date
Venue: University of Pretoria
Closing date:11 February 2006

Delegate Cost

SAPOA Members: R11 500.00 + R2 300 = R13 800.00 (Includes 3 days accom (VAT included)
Non-Members: R13 400.00 + R2 300 = R15 700.00 (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.

Closing date for bookings 11 February 2006

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 modules, to be studied by correspondence between February and August. 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: 23 July - 5 August 2006
Venue: Graduate School of Business University of Cape Town
Note: Limited to 64 delegates!

Delegate Cost

Tuition:
SAPOA Members: R17 923.00 per person including VAT
Non-Members: R23 134.00 per person including VAT
Accommodation:

Option 1: Dinner, room with private bathroom and breakfast:
R7 618.00 VAT inclusive for 13 nights

Option 2 :Dinner, room with shared shower and breakfast:
R5 018.00 VAT inclusive for 13 nights

Closing date for bookings: 30 March 2006

Course Profile and Objectives

The extremely popular PDP is run in conjunction 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".

"Excellent and very valuable information".

"Very interactive, a sound learning experience".

"Very good way of putting all the "pieces" together and to acquire real skills / experience".

"Thoroughly enjoyable and challenging. Fantastic networking with PDP colleagues (teambuilding).

"Highly recommended".

"The PDP was something I have wanted to attend for about 15 years. The wait was worth it. I have learnt a lot, made great contacts and had a great deal of fun (in amongst the challenging times). Many thanks to SAPOA, the GSB and the lecturers".

"I enjoyed the course immensely. My learning curve was great. I realised property can be fun also not just a job. Made us think outside the box. Networking was great”.

SAPOA Educational Programmes 2006

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

The PDP course is designed to meet the needs of middle and senior management positions in the commercial property industry.

The PDP course has been recorded with SAQA (South African Qualifications Authority) and is awaiting approval. 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.

NB. Are you registered with the Services SETA, if not you need to register with them now.

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.

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