Duration
Full-time: half year
Next start date
2027 Quarter Two – 12 April
2027 Quarter Four – 27 September
Available locations
University of Auckland Online
Points
60
Programme type
Postgraduate

Programme overview

The Postgraduate Certificate in Property Practice (PGCertPropPrac) is a short qualification that will enable non-Property graduates to build their business capabilities and equip themselves to enter or progress a career in property.

You can choose from three pathways in this 60-point programme: the Valuation specialisation, the Property Management specialisation and a General pathway.

The specialist pathways are suited to non-Property graduates with work experience who have focused educational goals. They also suit those with overseas experience seeking a New Zealand-specific context to their learning.

The pathways are designed to develop a strong set of advanced capabilities in property theory and practice that will enable you to succeed across a wide range of property industry roles. These include property valuer, property manager, developer, commercial sales broker or leasing agent.

Students usually complete the programme over 6 months (30 points per quarter) or 12 months (15 points per quarter).

The PGCertPropPrac also provides a qualifying pathway to the Master of Property Practice for graduates who do not meet the GPA for direct admission to the programme.

Programme structure

60 points: Taught

Requirements:

General:

60 points from:

  • Management and Marketing PROPPRAC 700
  • Sustainable Construction PROPPRAC 701
  • Planning and Development PROPPRAC 702
  • Law and Governance PROPPRAC 703
  • Property Market Dynamics PROPPRAC 704
  • Investment and Finance PROPPRAC 705
  • Valuation PROPPRAC 706
  • Property Technology PROPPRAC 707
  • Professional Practice PROPPRAC 708

Valuation specialisation:

60 points from:

  • Sustainable Construction PROPPRAC 701
  • Property Market Dynamics PROPPRAC 704
  • Valuation PROPPRAC 706
  • Professional Practice PROPPRAC 708

Property Management specialisation:

60 points from:

  • Sustainable Construction PROPPRAC 701
  • Management and Marketing PROPPRAC 702
  • Law and Governance PROPPRAC 703
  • Property Technology PROPPRAC 707

You'll also need to meet other requirements, including time limits and total points limits. See Postgraduate enrolment.

For detailed information about a specific programme, including its courses and regulations, visit the Curriculum Catalogue. For the general university requirements for admission, enrolment and fees, visit the University Calendar.

Subjects available in this programme

  • Property Management (Online)
  • Property Practice (Online)
  • Valuation (Online)
For detailed information about a specific programme, including its courses and regulations, visit the Curriculum Catalogue. For the general university requirements for admission, enrolment and fees, visit the University Calendar.

2027 entry requirements

Programme requirements

To be admitted to this programme, you must have completed a relevant bachelors degree from a recognised university or similar institution.

Notes:

A relevant degree may be in arts, business, education, engineering, health sciences, medical sciences, law, planning, sciences or technology.

To be eligible to apply, a student must not have completed a Bachelor of Property from the University of Auckland.

Further programme requirements

Taught 60 points

No further programme requirements.

For detailed information about a specific programme, including its courses and regulations, visit the Curriculum Catalogue. For the general university requirements for admission, enrolment and fees, visit the University Calendar.

How much does a Postgraduate Certificate in Property Practice cost per year?

2026 fees

Domestic students
NZ$5,810.40*

Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Amounts shown are indicative only. In addition to the tuition fees, there is a Student Services Fee of $9.44 per point, estimated at $566.40 for full-time study (60 points). Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses.

*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.

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For detailed information about a specific programme, including its courses and regulations, visit the Curriculum Catalogue. For the general university requirements for admission, enrolment and fees, visit the University Calendar.

Key dates

Please note: We will consider late applications if places are still available. International students should start the application process as early as possible to allow sufficient time to apply for a visa.

Application closing dates

Quarter Two 2027
Domestic 1 March 2027
International 1 February 2027
Quarter Four 2027
Domestic 1 August 2027
International 1 July 2027

Start dates

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Other important dates

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For detailed information about a specific programme, including its courses and regulations, visit the Curriculum Catalogue. For the general university requirements for admission, enrolment and fees, visit the University Calendar.

Where could this programme take you?

Graduates will develop a set of capabilities in either a generalist or specialist area of study related to property. They will be equipped to enter or progress careers in property management, property development, property valuation or commercial property agency. The PGCertPropPrac can lead to further study at masters level if you meet the GPA requirements for the MPropPrac.

Jobs related to this programme

  • Property valuer
  • Property manager
  • Property developer
  • Commercial sales broker
  • Leasing agent

Further study options

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