Certified Real Estate Manager (CREM)

Certification Overview

Certified Real Estate Manager (CREM)

Exam Code: CREM-001

The Certified Real Estate Manager (CREM)® certification is designed for individuals who are currently involved in, or aspire to build a career in, the property and real estate industry. This certification supports the professional development and advancement of individuals by equipping them with the knowledge and competencies required to operate effectively within this dynamic sector. As the scope of real estate continues to evolve, learners are presented with diverse career opportunities, including real estate sales, brokerage and leasing, property management, institutional real estate investment, real estate consulting, and property development.

The CREM® program caters to both experienced professionals and newcomers seeking to enter the property and real estate field. Given that the industry is well-established and continuously expanding, there is a strong demand for structured career pathways and industry-aligned qualifications. This certification is tailored to meet those needs by aligning learning outcomes with practical career opportunities in the real estate sector.

The property and real estate industry is a multi-million sector that plays a critical role in meeting the housing, commercial, and business infrastructure needs of both private individuals and organizations. As such, it requires skilled, knowledgeable, and well-trained professionals. The CREM® Certification aims to develop competent real estate professionals who can operate efficiently, ethically, and effectively, contributing to the sustainable growth and professionalization of the real estate industry.

E-Course Duration: 30 to 35 Hours

Exam Information

The exam comprises of 100 Multiple Choice Questions out of which the candidate needs to score 70% (70 out of 100 correct) to pass the exam.

The total duration of the exam is 2 hours (120 Minutes).

  • The exam is conducted in AI-proctored mode and can be taken anytime, anywhere within an eight-month validity period.
  • Upon purchasing the Premium Package or an Exam Voucher Code, a voucher code with two attempts will be assigned to your login profile under the "My Vouchers" tab. You can then take the exam through the "My Exam(s)" tab in your profile. To take the exam, simply apply the voucher code.

  • The Exam Voucher included in the Premium Package or purchased separately is valid for two (2) attempts. If you are unable to pass the exam within these two attempts, you can purchase a new voucher code, which will grant you an additional two attempts.
  • Kindly Note: The voucher will not be valid for a second attempt if you pass the exam on your first attempt.

The Certified Real Estate Manager (CREM)® Certificate is valid for life.

CREM® is a Registered Trademark of GAQM.

The Certified Real Estate Manager (CREM)® Certification has no pre-requisites (Completion of an E-Course is not mandatory from GAQMBok portal), but we highly recommend doing the E-Course as maximum number of questions are drawn from the E-Course in the actual exam.

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Course Outline

Module1- Fundamental Mathematics and Business Writing

  • Apply knowledge of statistics and probability to critically interrogate and effectively communicate findings on life related problems
  • Represent analyse and calculate shape and motion in 2-and 3-dimensional space in different contexts
  • Use mathematics to investigate and monitor the financial aspects of personal, business, national and international issues
  • Use the writing process to compose texts required in the business environment

Module 2 - Fundamental Business Communication

  • Accommodate audience and context needs in oral/signed communication
  • Interpret a variety of literary texts
  • Interpret and use information from texts
  • Write/present/sign texts for a range of communicative contexts

Module 3 - Business Communication

  • Engage in sustained oral/signed communication and evaluate spoken/signed texts
  • Read/view, analyse and respond to a variety of texts
  • Write/present/sign for a wide range of contexts

Module 4 - Real Estate Environment

  • Advise role players on Real Estate financing options
  • Apply business principles to the Real Estate function
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the Real Estate environment
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the legislation applicable to real estate practice

Module 5 - Real Estate Legislation

  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services Act 2002 (FAIS) (Act 37 of 2002) as it impacts on a specific financial services sub-sector
  • Explain laundering legislation and the implications for accountable institutions in transacting with clients
  • Manage self-development in a Real Estate environment
  • Market, sell and lease property
  • Demonstrate knowledge of and apply the Real Estate Code of Conduct and ethics

Module 6 - Real Estate Strategies

  • Employ a systematic approach to achieving objectives
  • Motivate and Build a Team
  • Develop, implement and evaluate a marketing strategy for a new venture
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Target Audience

  • Real estate office area manager
  • Real estate broker
  • Property Manager
  • Real Estate Accountant
  • Real Estate Appraisal
  • Real Estate Accountant
  • Real Estate Development

Registration Process for E-Course or E-Book and Exam

Premium Package
(E-Course Version)

  • Self Explanatory
  • Valid for 40 days
  • This package provides a voucher code granting eligibility for two (2) exam attempts.
  • Includes E-certificate and Digital Badge if you qualify in the exam.
  • Course Duration: 40 Days
  • Price: 260 USD

Exam
Voucher

  • Validity: 240 Days
  • Price: 190 USD
  • Please Read Carefully:

    1) The Exam Voucher is valid for two (2) attempts.

    2) You will receive your voucher code within 24 business hours.

    3) Once you receive the voucher code, you can take the exam via the "My Exam(s)" tab in your login profile.

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