Commercial
Real Estate Specialist
In Partnership with
An advanced one-year programme for established property practitioners. Formalise years of industry experience with rigorous grounding in investment analysis, valuation, property law and commercial asset strategy.
Presented by Prof. Chris Cloete
Programme Summary
Course Type
1 Year Programme
SAQA ID
TBA
Credits
120 Credits
Registration Deadline
8 March 2027
Introduction
Formalise your expertise in commercial real estate
Designed for agents, managers, developers and investors already active in the property sector, this programme deepens the technical and strategic expertise expected at senior level — from property law and valuation to financial analysis, market analysis, and the leasing and marketing of commercial assets.
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Builds on your existing industry experience rather than starting from first principles
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Structured around a working schedule: 1-week intensive block + weekly evening online classes
03
Advanced financial, legal, valuation and marketing frameworks applied to real portfolios
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A recognised qualification to support promotion, specialisation or your own practice
Admission requirements · Who should apply
Built for
experienced leaders
This programme welcomes participants across the property ecosystem. Applicants are expected to meet the following criteria.
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7+ years of industry experience
In property, construction, finance or a related sector.
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Middle or senior management level
Or a position involving strategic or project decision-making.
03
Tertiary qualification
A degree or diploma in a relevant field. Candidates with substantial practical experience may also be considered.
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Commitment to growth
A demonstrated commitment to professional growth, leadership and contributing to a sustainable property sector.
Programme objectives · Six pillars
A structured path
through the discipline
From greenfield conversion to cities, legal imperatives, redevelopment and property management — end-to-end coverage combining theory with practical skill.
Property Dynamics
Introduce the unique characteristics of real estate, physical location factors, and environmental impacts that determine property productivity.
Property Development & Investment
Unpack the end-to-end property development lifecycle, investment appraisal models, and commercial financing structures.
Legal & Regulatory Framework
Examine property law, zoning regulations, and the role of government in commercial property transactions.
Sales & Asset Management
Master practical strategies for marketing, leasing, sales, and ongoing asset management across retail, commercial, and industrial sectors.
Market Dynamics
Analyse the socio-economic factors influencing supply and demand, rent fluctuations, and long-term investment yields.
Valuation Principles
A clear understanding of commercial property valuation methods and the essential functions of a professional property valuer.
Career progression · For practising professionals
Advance into senior
and specialist roles
Commercial Real Estate Broker / Agent
SALES & LEASINGCommercial Property Manager
PROPERTY OPERATIONSProperty Valuer & Analyst
VALUATION & FEASIBILITYCommercial Real Estate Consultant
ADVISORY SERVICESProperty Portfolio / Asset Controller
INVESTMENT MANAGEMENTOPPORTUNITY
Use your experience and new expertise to establish or grow your own advisory, brokerage or investment practice — contributing to wealth creation and community development.
Delivery · Dual mode
One intensive block. Weekly evening classes.
Designed for working professionals who need advanced knowledge without stepping away from their practice. A one-week intensive block anchors the year, followed by weekly evening online classes.
Hardware requirements · Basic specification
- Processor: Intel Core i3 8th Gen or above, or AMD Ryzen 3 7300 series or above
- Memory: 8 GB RAM or above
- Storage: 256 GB SSD
- Operating system: Windows 11 Home or Pro
- Camera & microphone
Applications open · 2027 first intake
Thirty places for experienced practitioners
Registration for the 2027 first intake closes on 8 March 2027. Give your industry experience the nationally recognised qualification it deserves.