About us
The department of Real Estate Management, was established in 2023, initially offering a Bachelor of Science Honors Degree in Real Estate Management which is set to start in 2024. It falls under the Faculty of Built Environment, Arts and Design of the Midlands State University. Currently based at Gweru Campus, the department of Real Estate Management at present has a staff complement of 3 lecturers.
The department, through the Faculty and the University, has embraced the Heritage-based Education 5.0. thrust for the production of goods and services as part of its contribution towards the attainment of the national vision of an upper middle-class economy by 2030.
Vision
The Department of Real Estate has a vision to become an established and leading real estate school at both national and regional levels. We strive to achieve this by providing comprehensive training to produce skilled and proficient real estate professionals. Our focus also includes effective planning, management, and assessment of resilient and inclusive built environments that foster socio-economic growth. Furthermore, we are committed to conducting research and offering consultancy services, which aim to solve community and national real estate challenges and facilitate innovation, industrialization, and commercialization. By aligning with these goals, we contribute to the realization of national development objectives and enhance the well-being of individuals in the real estate sector.
Programs Offered:
- Bachelor of Science Honours in Real Estate Management
Admission requirements
Normal Entry: At least 5 Ordinary Levels including English Language and Mathematics; two Advanced level passes including Mathematics, Accounts, Geography, Business Studies and Economics. At least 10 and 11 points at Advanced Level for female and male applicants respectively.
Special Entry: A National Diploma/ Higher National Diploma in Real Estate, Town Planning, Quantity Surveying, Architectural Technology, Civil Engineering, Banking and Finance, Marketing, Business Studies, The Real Estate Institute of Zimbabwe certification or its equivalence
Career Prospects
Employment and entrepreneurship in the real estate industry at all levels including top management. Central Government; Local Authorities; Real Estate firms; Financial Institutions; Property Developers; Consulting companies; Research institutions and Universities.
Contact Details
Department of Estate Management
Midlands State University
P.Bag 9055
Gweru
Zimbabwe