Great opportunities exist in Australian property development for those with the knowledge to spot them and the skills to take action.
Across residential, industrial and commercial real estate, the possibilities for achievement, career advancement and profit in property development are real and getting stronger.
For example, Australia has a ballooning shortfall in housing. Those homes will need to be built and sold, and property professionals with superior development know-how will hold a winning edge.
A key way to boost your prospects for success and to rise more quickly up the ranks is with industry-leading education from the Australian Property Institute, which has developed the perfect course to take your current career as a property professional to the next level.
“Whether you’re looking to upskill, pivot career direction or broaden your qualifications, the Certified Property Development program will provide growth opportunities in your career and set you apart competitively in the field,” an API spokesperson said.
The course is ideal for property professionals seeking a career change in the property development sector, professionals looking to add to their skills, and early-career graduates looking to step from a university degree into the workforce
A Certified Development Practitioner is a person regularly involved in the development and redevelopment of property from site selection, development and redevelopment strategies, feasibility studies, planning applications and construction of residential, commercial developments through to the ultimate purpose of the sale or lease of the land and/or buildings for profit.
The course was developed in consultation with universities, property developers, and subject matter experts to ensure participants gain the knowledge and practical skills that are going to set them up for success.
Included are 10 modules covering all the secrets of a successful property developer.
API certifications are well recognised across the property industry. You can be sure with this API certification and as a API member you’re gaining the skills and knowledge required to deliver at the highest level and expertise in your practice area.
Start this on-demand program at any time that suits you. API estimates the full certification will take anywhere between six to eight months to complete.
The course is $2950 for API members.
API provides ongoing continuing professional Development opportunities to support certified development practitioners in achieving their annual CPD points in the form of events, webinars and a selection of online learning courses.
Upon completion of this certificate, you will be able to execute the practical steps in developing a property through:
Investigating and analysing current property market conditions and related issues in property development, including market analysis and feasibility.
Compare and contrast property development data sources.
Apply the findings to draw connections and design a property development plan.
Apply planning framework and planning instruments required.
Demonstrate relationship building and negotiation skills.
Selecting a site, and evaluation of the site.
Visit the API Certified Development Practitioner page to read more information about the certification, sign up or enquire with the API team.
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