Business

Bachelor of Science in Real Estate Management

This Bachelor's programme prepares students for professional careers in real estate management. It develops expertise in property management, real estate economics, property valuation, land economics, and real estate development while building comprehensive skills for managing real estate assets and investments.

Students analyse real estate markets, design property management strategies, implement valuation systems, evaluate property performance, conduct real estate research, apply investment principles, manage real estate assets, and develop sustainable property strategies. They also strengthen analytical thinking, investment skills, communication, teamwork, and property management abilities.

Kenya requires real estate management to support property development, manage real estate investments, and ensure sustainable urban development, creating demand for professionals who can manage properties, value assets, develop real estate, and support the property sector.

The programme combines coursework, studio work, fieldwork, property projects, and research. Students gain hands-on experience through property management, valuation exercises, and real estate development.

Graduates pursue careers as real estate managers, property managers, valuers, real estate developers, and investment analysts across real estate firms, property companies, government agencies, and financial institutions.

The programme is ideal for students interested in real estate management, property management, real estate economics, property valuation, and real estate development.

Duration: 4 years
Public, up to: Ksh 306,000
Job market: High

The programme

What you study, how long it takes, and how it is delivered.

Practicalities

Study mode: Full-time
Attachment: 8 months
Average class: 30 students
Award: Bachelor

What you study

6 subjects

Real Estate Management
Property Management
Real Estate Economics
Property Valuation
Land Economics
Real Estate Development

Modules

12 in the programme

Introduction to Real Estate Management
Year 1Semester 13 creditsCore
Overview of real estate management, property industry, and management principles.
Property Management
Year 1Semester 23 creditsCore
Property Management: Property operations, property maintenance, and tenant management. Covers planning, organising, leadership, and control in organisational contexts.
Real Estate Economics
Year 1Semester 33 creditsCore
Real Estate Economics: Real estate markets, economic analysis, and real estate economics. Covers economic theory, market analysis, and policy evaluation.
Property Valuation
Year 2Semester 13 creditsCore
Property Valuation: Valuation principles, valuation methods, and property valuation. Covers theoretical foundations, practical applications, and industry-relevant skills.
Land Economics
Year 2Semester 23 creditsCore
Land markets, land economics, and land use planning. The module covers theoretical foundations, practical applications and industry-relevant skills, assessed through continuous assessment tests, co...
Real Estate Development
Year 2Semester 33 creditsCore
Real Estate Development: Development process, project management, and real estate development. Covers theoretical foundations, practical applications, and industry-relevant skills.
Real Estate Law
Year 3Semester 13 creditsCore
Property law, land law, and regulatory frameworks. The module covers theoretical foundations, practical applications and industry-relevant skills, assessed through continuous assessment tests, cour...
Real Estate Finance
Year 3Semester 23 creditsCore
Real Estate Finance: Property finance, mortgage finance, and real estate investment. Covers financial reporting, budgeting, investment analysis, and regulatory frameworks.
Real Estate Investment
Year 3Semester 33 creditsCore
Real Estate Investment: Investment analysis, portfolio management, and real estate investment. Covers theoretical foundations, practical applications, and industry-relevant skills.
Urban Planning
Year 4Semester 13 creditsCore
Urban Planning: Urban development, planning principles, and urban planning strategies. Covers planning theory, regulatory frameworks, and sustainable development practices.
Real Estate Studio
Year 4Semester 23 creditsCore
Real Estate Studio: Property design, studio projects, and practical applications. Covers theoretical foundations, practical applications, and industry-relevant skills.
Real Estate Management Project
Year 4Semester 36 creditsCore
Independent project on real estate management topic. The module covers theoretical foundations, practical applications and industry-relevant skills, assessed through continuous assessment tests, co...

Specialisations

Property Management
Focus on property operations, property maintenance, and tenant management. This specialisation equips graduates with discipline-specific competencies for professional practice in Kenya and the East African region, with pathways to postgraduate study and professional certification.
Real Estate Development
Specialization in development process, project management, and real estate development. This specialisation equips graduates with discipline-specific competencies for professional practice in Kenya and the East African region, with pathways to postgraduate study and professional certification.
Real Estate Investment
Focus on investment analysis, portfolio management, and real estate investment. This specialisation equips graduates with discipline-specific competencies for professional practice in Kenya and the East African region, with pathways to postgraduate study and professional certification.
General Practice
Broad foundational knowledge covering core principles and practices in the field. This specialisation equips graduates with discipline-specific competencies for professional practice in Kenya and the East African region, with pathways to postgraduate study and professional certification.

A day as a student

Students attend lectures, conduct studio work, participate in property visits, and engage in real estate projects.

The trade offs

In its favour

Critical role in property development and real estate investment.
Growing demand for real estate professionals due to urbanization and property development.
Studio work provides practical experience in property management and valuation.

Against it

Real estate market can be volatile due to economic fluctuations.
Property management requires dealing with tenants and property maintenance issues.

What it costs

Tuition at both ends of the market, and how to pay for it.

What it costs, and where

Against 331 business courses

Public223k to 306k

223k at University of Nairobi306k at Kenyatta University

Annual tuition in Kenyan shillings, rounded. The upright tick is the median for this field, so a bar sitting entirely to its right is an expensive programme by the standards of its own subject.

The fine print

UoN 222,500/yr Y1; KU 306,000/yr (intracolleges, joweri). Private unverified.

HELB loans available for eligible students. Some universities offer scholarships based on academic performance.

Funding options

Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)

Scholarships

3 recorded

Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) Loan
LoanKsh 60,000Kenyan
Kenyan students admitted to recognised universities demonstrating financial need.
Higher Education Fund (HEF)
Government fundingKenyan
Kenyan students in public universities under the new funding model based on financial need assessment.
County Government Bursaries
BursaryKenyan
Residents of respective counties pursuing undergraduate studies

Getting in

The grades, the alternatives, and who accredits the award.

What you need

KCSE mean grade: C+ (plus) mean grade at KCSE
Alternative entry: Diploma holders in Real Estate, Property Management, Land Economics, or related fields with Credit pass from recognized institutions may also apply.

Mathematics
C+
Physics/Chemistry/Biology
C+
Geography/Accounting/Commerce/Economics
C
English/Kiswahili
C

How you are assessed

4 components

End of Semester Examinations
Exam70% of the mark
Comprehensive written examinations at the end of each semester.
Studio Practice Assessments
Practicum100% of the mark
Evaluation of studio skills, property management, and practical applications.
Continuous Assessment Tests
Cat30% of the mark
Regular tests, assignments, and studio projects throughout the semester.
Research Project
Project100% of the mark
Independent research project on real estate management topic.

Accreditation

Accredited by Commission for University Education (CUE).

Accredited by

Commission for University Education
NationalRequired
Mandatory accreditation for all university programmes in Kenya.

Where it leads

The roles it opens, and what you leave with.

Where graduates go

5 roles

Investment Analyst
Medium demandKsh 62,000 to Ksh 135,000
Analyse real estate investments, provide investment advice, and support investment decisions.
Real Estate Developer
Medium demandKsh 70,000 to Ksh 150,000
Develop real estate projects, manage development, and ensure project success.
Real Estate Manager
High demandKsh 60,000 to Ksh 130,000
Manage real estate assets, oversee property operations, and ensure property performance.
Property Manager
High demandKsh 55,000 to Ksh 120,000
Manage properties, oversee property operations, and ensure tenant satisfaction.
Valuer
High demandKsh 58,000 to Ksh 125,000
Value properties, conduct valuations, and provide valuation advice.

Graduate outcomes

Graduates work in real estate management, property management, and real estate development across Kenya's property sector.

Where these fields lead

8 careers

Tools you will learn

Microsoft Excel
SpreadsheetPrimary
QuickBooks
Accounting
ChatGPT / Claude
Ai
Google Workspace
Cloud
Power BI
AnalyticsPrimary
SAP
Enterprise