This module explores the management of real estate assets from the perspective of the various stakeholders (owners, tenants and occupiers). It examines how...

This module explores the management of real estate assets from the perspective of the various stakeholders (owners, tenants and occupiers). It examines how managers can enhance the value of real estate as an investment asset, and also how occupiers can maximise the benefits of the space they occupy - considering property as a factor of production. It aims to provide the student with an understanding of the role, responsibilities and skills required of asset managers, property managers and corporate real estate managers. The module will also cover aspects such as corporate social responsibility in property management, environmental issues and facilities management.

Students are required to demonstrate a capacity for in-depth critical thinking through an exercise of applied research. This will take the form of a written...

Students are required to demonstrate a capacity for in-depth critical thinking through an exercise of applied research. This will take the form of a written major research project. It will draw on available theories and academic debate more generally, and also practice-based debates, submit them to a critical analysis based on primary and/or secondary data and on a review of the literature. From this, students will put together a conceptual framework and design tool kit, to be applied in a design exercise(s). The Major research project will conclude by offering reflections on the process of researching by design, and offer conclusions and offer recommendations. A major research project offers the opportunity to integrate design/project work within the research.

A personal study project, to be taken in the place of two 15-credit modules. It consists of a longer piece of work of around 5,000 words on a topic agreed with...

A personal study project, to be taken in the place of two 15-credit modules. It consists of a longer piece of work of around 5,000 words on a topic agreed with the Supervisor and Course Director and to be agreed by November. There is no taught element for this module, and students are expected to work independently and progress their own work, as well as attend occasional meetings with their supervisor.