Program Overview

Introduction to the Bachelor of Real Estate with Honours

The Bachelor of Real Estate with Honours is a comprehensive program designed to meet the diverse needs of the real estate industry. As the first real estate degree program in the country, it has undergone changes over time to reflect the evolving expectations of the industry. The program aims to produce knowledgeable and skilled professionals equipped with positive attitudes, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively in groups or individually.

Admission

The program is open to both undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Programme Name and Conferment

• Programme Name: Bachelor in Property Management
• Conferment: Bachelor of Science (Property Management)

Programme Recognition

The program was first offered in the 1973/74 academic session and received recognition from The Public Services Department. The name of the program was changed from B.Surv (Property Management) to B.Sc (Property Management) in 1995, and it is currently recognized by the Board of Valuers, Appraisers and Estate Agents, Malaysia.

Programme Goal

The goal of the program is to produce knowledgeable and skilled professional valuers and property consultants who are equipped with positive and balanced attitudes and are able to solve problems in real situations.

Programme Objectives

The objectives of the program are to:

• Meet market demand
• Become skillful and expert in the real estate profession
• Generate and establish good relationships with real estate industries
• Convey effective communication and embrace qualities of leadership
• Engage in life-long learning
• Cultivate the culture of effective team working
• Inculcate business and entrepreneurship skills
• Think creatively and innovatively

Entry Requirements

Candidates are required to fulfill the University General Requirement and the Program Special Requirements.

University General Requirements

• Possessed Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) with credit in Bahasa Melayu/Bahasa Malaysia or credit in Bahasa Melayu/Bahasa Malaysia July Paper
• Obtained Sijil Tinggi Pelajaran Malaysia (STPM) with at least:
  • Grade C (NGMP 2.67) in General Paper
  • Grade C (NGMP 2.67) in two (2) other subjects
• Obtain at least Band 1 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET)

Programme Specific Requirements

A. Minimum Qualification of Ministry of Education (MOE)

• Matriculation/Universiti Malaya (UM) Foundation Studies in Science/Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) Foundation Studies in Law applicant:
  • Minimum of Grade C passes in combination of two following subjects:
    • Mathematics
    • Business Management/Accounting/Economic
  • Passes in all subjects of specialization
  • Credit pass in Mathematics at SPM or equivalent

B. Minimum Qualification for the Candidate of Sijil Tinggi Pelajaran Malaysia (STPM)

• Minimum of Grade C (CPA 2.67) passes in combination of two following subjects:
  • Mathematics S/Mathematics T
  • Business Management/Accounting/Economy/Geography
• Credit pass in Mathematics at SPM or equivalent

C. Academic Qualification Candidate with Diploma/Equivalent

• Obtained Diploma in Valuation/Diploma in Property Management from UTM/Equivalent with at least CPA of 2.70
• Or candidates with CPA of less than 2.70 but with at least 2 years working experience in related field are qualified to apply
• Obtained at least a credit at SPM level or equivalent, in the mathematics subject or obtained at least a Grade C in any one of the mathematic subjects at the Diploma level

Programme Implementation

The program is run on a full-time basis and emphasizes both theoretical and practical aspects. The practical work is carried out in laboratories and on-site, supervised by qualified lecturers. Students will also pursue an Industrial Training for one semester, attached to various organizations to expose them to the real working environment in the real estate industry.

Programme Structures, Curriculum, and Award Requirements

The program is offered on a full-time and part-time mode, based on a 2-Semester Academic Session. Assessment is based on coursework, final examination, and final year project.

• Award requirements:
  • Attain a minimum of 130 credits
  • Maximum study period is 10 semesters

Laboratory Facilities

The department provides various laboratories and facilities for teaching and learning, including:

• Computer Lab 1
• Computer Lab 2
• Computer Aided Mass Appraisal (CAMA) Research Lab
• Teaching and learning facilities:
  • Nine (9) smart classrooms
  • Two (2) seminar rooms
  • One (1) resource centre
  • Several lecture and tutorial rooms
• Centres of Excellence (CoE):
  • Institute for Geospatial Science and Technology (INSTEG)
  • Centre for Real Estate Studies (CRES)

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this program can seek employment as real estate professionals in the public or private sector, locally and overseas. Typical positions include:

• Valuation Officer
• Property Manager
• Facilities Manager
• Real Estate Agents
• Project Manager
• Real Estate Agency
• Real Estate Consultant Organizations and agencies that usually employ Real Estate graduates include:
• Agencies directly involved in valuation and property management
• Organizations related to the provision and maintenance of public utility
• Private companies involved in real estate
• Other agencies related to real estate, such as FELDA, FELCRA, RISDA, and PETRONAS.