What will I learn?

**Prepare for an exciting career in property investment, development and management, or a number of associated areas on our accredited property management degree.**As the UK's cities and towns continue to expand, there is an increased demand for experts in property and real estate management.This Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) accredited course reflects the real-world workings of the property and construction industries, preparing you for a career in property investment and development, property management or real estate management.As part of your course, you’ll:- Develop a combination of technical knowledge and professional skills- Study the planning, building, maintenance and day-to-day management of properties from domestic dwellings to full-scale industrial and commercial units- Cover key topics including estate and property management; portfolio management; valuation for mortgages; negotiation for sale, purchase, leasing or auction; and the financial aspects of real estate, including the financing of real estate projects- Explore the impact of urban and regional planning policies on property management- Gain the skills to work with planners to enhance commercial development proposals within a given timescale and budget**ACCREDITATIONS** This course is accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).**Find out more**Working closely with other built environment students, you’ll take part in projects that mirror the professional relationships you’ll experience in industry. This will develop your sense of identity as a property manager and provide you with an understanding of the role played by bankers, accountants, developers, surveyors and investors in the real estate industry. You'll gain valuable insight which will underpin your property management degree.**Industry connections**Our Real Estate and Property Management course is part of the School of Built Environment, Engineering & Computing, meaning you’ll be able to take advantage of our relationships with local, regional and national employers. The School is home to the Centre for Knowledge Exchange (CKE), an enterprise hub that connects the work of the university with the regional built environment sector. Through the CKE's seminars, workshops and events, you’ll have the opportunity to meet industry experts and to make connections to help you enhance your knowledge of the workplace and prepare for life after graduation.**Staff expertise**You’ll be taught by expert staff whose knowledge is not just theoretical - the course team all have extensive experience working in industry and will use their experience to enhance your learning and ensure it is relevant.**Flexible study**Our part-time Real Estate and Property Mangement course is also a great option if you’re already working in industry.**Why study the BSc Real Estate and Property Management course at Leeds Beckett University?**- Fantastic sandwich year opportunities- Opportunity to network with industry professionals- Part-time option for those already working in industry- Real-life projects and the opportunity to access industry focused events through the Centre for Knowledge Exchange, an industry hub connecting the University to the regional built environment sector- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors course accreditation