RE2IPI-Introduction to Property Investment

Module Provider: Real Estate and Planning
Number of credits: 0 [0 ECTS credits]
Level:5
Terms in which taught: Autumn / Spring / Summer module
Pre-requisites:
Non-modular pre-requisites:
Co-requisites:
Modules excluded:
Current from: 2022/3

Module Convenor: Dr Chen Zheng
Email: chen.zheng@henley.reading.ac.uk

Type of module:

Summary module description:

This is an e-learning module introducing the vocabulary, concepts and methods typically encountered in the further study of property investment.

Aims:

This module seeks to provide an introduction, as a stand-alone module, for those wanting to know more about property investment. It is suitable for those without substantive property investment experience, although others may find it very useful as a refresher. It can also be used as an introduction for those intending to continue with further study on the programme.

 

The supported e-learning format enables participants to manage their study time efficiently and with flexibility, at distance.

Assessable learning outcomes:

Upon completion of the module, students should be able to:

• Understand concepts and definitions of property investment

• Identify fundamental characteristics of real property as an investment asset; investment in the UK economy; accounting; regulation and property finance.

• Use the vocabulary of real estate investment accurately and appropriately.

• Identify factors that influence property investment value or worth.

• Identify valuation and appraisal methodologies as applied to investment.

Additional outcomes:

• Draw on accurate knowledge of the terminology and concepts associated with investment in general and real estate investment in particular.

• Identify tools of analysis commonly encountered in real estate investment.

• Demonstrate an awareness of the significance of accounting and commercial regulation to investment practice, and typical sources of investment finance.

Outline content:

• Key concepts and terminology associated with: investment; investment assets; property as an asset class.

• Investment and financial characteristics of real property.

• Tools and techniques for the measurement of value and performance.

• Valuation and appraisal methodologies.

• Real estate investment analysis

• Property finance and funding

• Major players in real estate finance and investment.

• Indirect investment in real estate.

Brief description of teaching and learning methods:

This is an online, self-study module which is fully supported by Canvas, a secure Virtual Learning Environment. The module is made available to students from the 1st of each month with a duration of 3 months.

Contact hours:

	Autumn	Spring	Summer
Guided independent study:	0	0	0
Total hours by term	0	0	0
Total hours for module	0

Summative Assessment Methods:

Method

Percentage

Summative assessment- Examinations:

One online assessment lasting 90 minutes (100%)

Summative assessment- Coursework and in-class tests:

Method	Percentage
Online assessment	100

Formative assessment methods:

Penalties for late submission:

The Support Centres will apply the following penalties for work submitted late:

• where the piece of work is submitted after the original deadline (or any formally agreed extension to the deadline): 10% of the total marks available for that piece of work will be deducted from the mark for each working day (or part thereof) following the deadline up to a total of five working days;
• where the piece of work is submitted more than five working days after the original deadline (or any formally agreed extension to the deadline): a mark of zero will be recorded.

The University policy statement on penalties for late submission can be found at: https://www.reading.ac.uk/cqsd/-/media/project/functions/cqsd/documents/cqsd-old-site-documents/penaltiesforlatesubmission.pdf
You are strongly advised to ensure that coursework is submitted by the relevant deadline. You should note that it is advisable to submit work in an unfinished state rather than to fail to submit any work.

Assessment requirements for a pass:

50%

Reassessment arrangements:

Reassessment will be by the same method as for the module's original assessment requirements.

Additional Costs (specified where applicable):

There is a £50 fee for re-taking the online test.   

Last updated: 22 September 2022