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Property Tenure Options And Selection Criteria Training

SAQA US 114234 | NQF 1 | Credits 10 | Duration 7 Days
From $1,523 per delegate

Description

This course equips learners with the knowledge to evaluate different property tenure options and apply selection criteria in real estate contexts. Participants will understand the legal, financial, and practical implications of various tenure types, enabling them to make informed property decisions.

Learning Outcomes

  • Analyse different property tenure options including freehold, leasehold, sectional title, and share block schemes.
  • Evaluate the legal and financial implications of each tenure type on property ownership and use.
  • Apply selection criteria to match tenure options with specific client or organisational needs.
  • Demonstrate understanding of the registration processes and rights associated with each tenure.
  • Compare the risks and benefits of various tenure forms in the South African property market.

Target Audience

Property practitioners, real estate agents, property developers, and finance professionals involved in property acquisition or advisory roles.

Prerequisites

None — open enrollment.

Course Outline

Day 1: Introduction to Property Tenure

Objectives:
• Define property tenure and its importance in the South African context
• Identify different types of property tenure systems
• Understand the legal framework governing property rights
• Recognize the role of tenure in economic development
• Outline the course structure and learning outcomes

Topics:
• What is property tenure: concepts and definitions
• Overview of tenure systems: freehold, leasehold, communal, and customary
• Historical context: land dispossession and restitution in South Africa
• Legal framework: Constitution, Land Reform Acts, and relevant legislation
• Key stakeholders: government, traditional authorities, and communities
• Importance of secure tenure for investment and development
• Course overview and expectations

Day 2: Freehold and Leasehold Tenure

Objectives:
• Explain freehold tenure: ownership rights and responsibilities
• Describe leasehold tenure: types, terms, and conditions
• Compare freehold and leasehold advantages and disadvantages
• Understand the registration process for freehold and leasehold
• Analyze case studies of freehold and leasehold applications

Topics:
• Freehold tenure: full ownership, title deeds, and transfer
• Leasehold tenure: long-term, short-term, and ground leases
• Rights and obligations of freeholders and leaseholders
• Registration process with the Deeds Office
• Advantages and disadvantages of each tenure type
• Case studies: residential, commercial, and agricultural examples
• Common issues: disputes, renewals, and termination

Day 3: Communal and Customary Tenure

Objectives:
• Understand communal and customary tenure systems
• Describe the role of traditional councils and authorities
• Explain the legal recognition of customary land rights
• Analyze the interplay between customary and statutory law
• Identify challenges and opportunities in communal tenure

Topics:
• Communal tenure: characteristics and community-based management
• Customary law: principles, inheritance, and land allocation
• Traditional leadership: roles in land administration
• Legal framework: Interim Protection of Informal Land Rights Act
• Land Rights Management Committees and community records
• Challenges: gender inequality, disputes, and land grabbing
• Case studies: rural communities and land reform projects

Day 4: Land Reform and Restitution Tenure Options

Objectives:
• Outline South Africa's land reform programme
• Describe restitution, redistribution, and tenure reform
• Understand the role of the Land Claims Commission
• Analyze different tenure options arising from land reform
• Evaluate success and challenges of land reform initiatives

Topics:
• Land reform pillars: restitution, redistribution, and tenure reform
• Restitution: land claims process and settlement options
• Redistribution: land acquisition, grants, and support
• Tenure reform: upgrading of informal rights and security
• Post-settlement support and agricultural development
• Case studies: successful and contested land reform projects
• Current debates: expropriation without compensation

Day 5: Selection Criteria for Property Tenure

Objectives:
• Identify criteria for selecting appropriate tenure options
• Evaluate tenure options based on purpose, location, and budget
• Understand risk assessment in tenure decisions
• Apply selection criteria to real-world scenarios
• Develop a decision-making framework for tenure selection

Topics:
• Criteria: purpose, duration, cost, security, and flexibility
• Location factors: urban, rural, agricultural, and industrial
• Financial considerations: purchase price, rent, and taxes
• Legal and regulatory compliance
• Risk assessment: eviction risk, dispute resolution, and market volatility
• Stakeholder analysis: community, government, and financiers
• Decision-making framework and matrix
• Practical exercises: applying criteria to case studies

Day 6: Practical Application and Case Studies

Objectives:
• Analyze complex property tenure scenarios
• Apply tenure selection criteria to diverse cases
• Evaluate outcomes and propose solutions
• Develop negotiation and communication skills for tenure matters
• Synthesize knowledge from previous days

Topics:
• Group case studies: residential, commercial, agricultural, and communal
• Role-play: negotiating tenure agreements
• Scenario analysis: conflict resolution in tenure disputes
• Presentation of group findings and peer feedback
• Guest speaker: property practitioner or land reform official
• Review of key concepts and integration of learning

Day 7: Assessment and Course Wrap-Up

Objectives:
• Demonstrate understanding of property tenure options
• Apply selection criteria in a summative assessment
• Reflect on learning and identify areas for further development
• Understand how to implement tenure decisions in practice
• Receive feedback and course completion certificates

Topics:
• Summative assessment: written test and practical exercise
• Assessment review and feedback
• Course evaluation and discussion
• Resources for ongoing learning: legislation, guidelines, and contacts
• Networking and peer support
• Certificate of completion distribution
• Closing remarks and next steps

Practicals

20 hours of practicals To be conducted online or on-campus or in-house
Overview

Practical sessions allow learners to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world tenure scenarios. Through case studies, role-plays, and simulated negotiations, learners develop skills in evaluating tenure options, resolving disputes, and making informed decisions.

Practical Activities
  • Case Study Analysis: Tenure Selection — Learners analyze provided case studies (residential, commercial, agricultural) and recommend the most suitable tenure option using selection criteria. (6h)
  • Role-Play: Tenure Negotiation — Learners role-play as property owners, tenants, and traditional leaders to negotiate tenure agreements and resolve conflicts. (4h)
  • Simulated Land Claim Process — Learners simulate a land claim process, from submission to settlement, including documentation and stakeholder consultation. (4h)
  • Field Visit to Local Deeds Office or Land Reform Office — Learners visit a Deeds Office or Department of Land Reform to observe registration processes and interact with officials. (6h)

Summatives

Each delegate is assessed continuously throughout the course via daily exercises, scored practical assignments, and a final summative test at the end.

Practical Assignments — 30%

Practical assignments are observed and scored against a rubric during the practical sessions. Each delegate's practical mark is averaged into a single 100% score and contributes 30% to the final total.

Daily Exercises — 20%

Every training day ends with a multiple-choice exercise scored out of 100%. The scores from each daily exercise are averaged across the duration of the course to produce a Daily Average mark, which contributes 20% to the final total.

Final Test — 50%

On the last day a final summative test is written. It is a multiple-choice paper with multiple-answer questions: each question may have more than one correct option, and a single wrong selection on a question marks the entire question wrong — no partial credit. The final test is scored out of 100% and contributes 50% to the overall mark.

Final Total
Component Out of Weight
Practical Assignments (rubric-scored) 100% 30%
Daily Average (multiple choice) 100% 20%
Final Test (multi-answer multiple choice) 100% 50%
Final Total 100%

All marks are recorded on the AATICD LMS and visible to each learner under their account.

Certificate

Certificate of Completion

Awarded to delegates who achieve an overall mark of 50% or higher on the Final Total (Practicals 30% + Daily Average 20% + Final Test 50%).

How it works
  • Certificates are auto-generated on the AATICD LMS as soon as the marks pass the 50% threshold.
  • Each certificate is a branded PDF with the delegate's name, the course title, the unit standard ID, NQF level, credits, and the date of issue.
  • You can download or print your certificate from your LMS dashboard at any time after issue — there's no reissue fee and no expiry date.
  • If you scored under 50% you can sit the final test again at the next scheduled session at no extra cost.
Where to find it

Sign in to the LMS, open your dashboard, and your certificates appear under My Certificates. Each entry has a View / Download button and a print option.

Training Discounts

Group discounts apply automatically — the more delegates you enrol, the greater the saving. Discounts are calculated at 3% per 5 delegates, scaling up to 40% off for 100+ delegates.

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75 35% off
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