Browse Hierarchy ESTM4003: Introduction to Valuation

This module introduces students to the various financial aspects of the real estate market, such as types of property, and their functions and uses. It involves examination of valuation techniques employed in assessing market value of different types of property, an understanding of why valuations are required, and the concept of price, value and worth. You will be introduced to the basic investment concepts, including the development of your knowledge of financial mathematics, such as the use of formula to calculate present and future values, the concepts of time value of money, cash-flows and income streams. You will also study the principal factors affecting property valuation.