Course summary
In an ever-changing and competitive environment, this MBA programme is designed for ambitious and experienced real estate and construction professionals seeking an accelerated route to senior management. This MBA combines the theoretical and real-world knowledge of our industry experts with practical, applied learning and attracts built environment professionals from across the globe, offering virtual networking and exchanges of experiences in different international contexts. This is an industry-recognised MBA that focuses on business and management principles within the local and international construction and real estate industries. It is a fully supported online programme with great flexibility to earn while you learn, giving you the ability to study anywhere in the world. This programme is accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) and the Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE)* *CABE Accreditation available only when the following electives are chosen: CON7CMC Management of Construction and QSP7SPT Procurement and Tendering Students who successfully complete the programme will also achieve a Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Level 7 qualification in Strategic Management and Leadership, subject to confirmation by the student that they wish to be registered for this award and subject to an associated CMI audit of their assessments. The CMI qualification will provide students with the opportunity to achieve membership of the leading professional body for managers and enhanced access to chartered manager status. This programme is for you if: 1. You are already an experienced real estate and construction professional 2. You are seeking an accelerated route to senior management 3. You want to fulfil your ambitions and achieve your goals
Assessment method
The types of assessments used on this programme will include coursework (such as essays, reports, portfolios, reflections, problem or short questions or video presentations), computer-based assessments and computer-marked assessments (CMAs). The exact combinations of assessment will vary from module to module.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Chartered Surveyors, Royal Institution of
- Building Engineers, Chartered Association of
- Chartered Institute of Building
- Chartered Management Institute
Entry requirements
Entrants to this programme are normally required to have attained one of the following: A Bachelor Degree with honours at lower second standard (2:2) A Bachelor Degree, or equivalent, plus experience in a relevant field A Level 5 qualification as defined by the Framework for Higher Education Qualifications for England, Wales and Northern Ireland (FHEQ) Level 5 plus five years’ relevant work experience – two of which should be at an appropriate senior management level A professional qualification plus five years’ relevant experience – two of which should be at an appropriate senior management level. And one of the following: Grade C or above in English Language or Literature (Grade 4 for applicants holding newly reformed GCSE’s in England) or an equivalent qualification Grade 6.0 or above, with at least 6.5 in the reading and writing modules, in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) test administered by the British Council in the academic test 88 or above in the Internet option, 230 or above in the computer-based option or 570 or above in the paper-based option, of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) Grade C or above in Use of English at A/S Level Note: applicants with a Bachelor’s degree that has been taught and examined in the English medium can be considered for entry in the absence of the qualifications detailed above.
English language requirements
For undergraduate study you should possess one of the following: - Grade 4 (or C) or above in English Language or English Literature at GCSE or an equivalent qualification. - Grade 6.0 or above, with at least 6.0 in the reading and writing modules, in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) academic test administered by the British Council. - 88 or above in the internet option, 230 or above in the computer-based option or 570 or above in the paper-based option, of the Teaching of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) test. - Grade C or above in English (Language or Literature) at A/S Level - A cognate sub-degree (Level 5) qualification taught and assessed in English from the University of Hong Kong or City University of Hong Kong Applicants with a Bachelor's degree that has been taught and examined in English can be considered for entry in the absence of the English language qualifications detailed above.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £11925 | Whole course |
| International | £11925 | Whole course |
| England | £11925 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £11925 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £11925 | Whole course |
| Wales | £11925 | Whole course |
| Channel Islands | £11925 | Whole course |
Additional fee information
£1,325 per module x 7 plus the Postgraduate Project £2,650.
Total programme fee £11,925.
Provider information
University College of Estate Management
Horizons
60 Queen's Road
Reading
RG1 4BS