Course Title: Property in a Global Context
Part A: Course Overview
Course Title: Property in a Global Context
Credit Points: 12.00
Important Information:
All students are required to complete the Pre-travel requirements as follows https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/work-study-opportunities/global-study-and-work/travel-advice
Preparatory credential required to be completed prior to travel - Preparing for learning abroad https://www.rmit.edu.au/study-with-us/levels-of-study/short-courses/preparing-for-learning-abroad
Terms
Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
BUIL1318 |
City Campus |
Undergraduate |
325H Property, Construction & Project Management |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 2 2015 |
Flexible Terms
Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
BUIL1318 |
City Campus |
Undergraduate |
325H Property, Construction & Project Management |
Face-to-Face |
UGRDFx2019 (ZZZZ) |
BUIL1318 |
City Campus |
Undergraduate |
325H Property, Construction & Project Management |
Face-to-Face |
UGRDFlex23 (XXXX) |
Course Coordinator: Judith Callanan
Course Coordinator Phone: +61 3 9925 2644
Course Coordinator Email: judith.callanan@rmit.edu.au
Course Coordinator Location: 8.8.8
Course Coordinator Availability: email for appointment
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
As a pre-requisite you must have completed the first year of your Bachelor of Applied Science (Property & Valuation)(Honours) degree or a relevant built environment area.
Course Description
Property ownership, development, investment and management functions are no longer contained in local markets with property companies increasingly operating in a global environment. This course, which includes a study tour, will explore the application of local property practices within the context of property as a global asset, including property impacted upon by natural disasters. In doing so you will develop your knowledge of best practice.
You will investigate and reflect on the complexities and issues associated with working as a property professional in the global market as well as foster your knowledge about land economics, property asset management, and development.
You will also examine local practices and consider how these practices are shaped by the degree to which markets are fully established.
The study tour component may take the form of onsite activities, presentations from local professionals, and site visits and will provide you with opportunities to create and expand your global network to further enhance your career options. All participants in the study tour must enrol in this course. Please note that course enrolment fees do not include tour travel costs. Refer to the Course Coordinator and Part B course guide for the itinerary, tour costs and deadlines.
Prior to the departure of the study tour there will be a series of preparatory information meetings.
Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development
In this course you will develop the following program learning outcomes:
PLO1: Determine and apply knowledge of complex property or valuation theory to your professional practice and/or further study
PLO3: Apply logical, critical and creative thinking to analyse, synthesise and apply theoretical knowledge, and technical skills, to formulate evidenced based solutions to industry problems or issues
PLO5: Collaborate effectively with others and demonstrate intellectual independence and autonomy to solve problems and/or address industry issues and imperatives
PLO6: Critically examine and reflect on the profession in local and/or global contexts, and question accepted interpretations and decision making
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Acknowledge cultural differences in the decision making process within a global context.
- Analyse the differences between local and international industry practices within the built environment field.
- Critically analyse new technologies in the property sector.
- Develop your capacity to apply your knowledge and technical skills in a global context.
Overview of Learning Activities
The study tour is conducted as an intensive study period in an international environment.
You will attend a workshops prior to the study tour to develop your preliminary knowledge of property as a global asset. You will be guided in your learning through a combination of prescribed readings, site visits, and industry presentations as well as your own investigation of local and international markets, analysing and evaluating particular trends which shape property markets within international cities/region.
Activities include:
- Visiting property sites of significance to particular property locations and participate in presentations delivered by property specialists and practitioners.
- Participating in seminars provided by industry, as applicable.
- Engaging with your peers in reflective discussion of pertinent issues about your experience
Critically reflecting on your experiences and learning following the global intensive
Overview of Learning Resources
RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through our online systems.
A list of recommended learning resources will be provided by your lecturer. You will also be expected to seek further resources relevant to the focus of your own learning.
While on tour you can expect to access lectures at public/industry sites, tours of sites and presentations from industry representatives.
The University Library has extensive resources for construction management students. The Library has produced a subject guide that includes quality online and print resources for your studies.
The Library provides guides on academic referencing: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library/referencing and subject specialist help via your Liaison Librarian.
Overview of Assessment
You will be assessed on how well you meet the course’s learning outcomes.
Assessment may include:
Task 1: Evidence of completion of the pre-departure credential. 5% (individual) weighting CLO 1
Task 2: Reflective journal / minutes from site visits and any industry presentations or seminars. 30% weighting (due 2 weeks after tour) (individual) CLO1,2,3,4
Task 3: Final report and critical reflection 1500 words, 40% weighting (due 2 weeks after tour) (individual) CLO 1, 2, 3, & 4
Task 4: Group Presentation analysing learnings from a chosen aspect of the tour, 25% weighting (due after tour) (group) CLO 2, 3 & 4
Feedback will be given on all assessment tasks.
If you have a long term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or the Disability Liaison Unit if you would like to find out more.
Your course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies, procedures and instructions which are available for review online: http://www.rmit.edu.au/policies/academic#assessment