Skip to main content
Start of main content.

National Body Confers State First Accreditation

The Australian Property Institute (API) has given its stamp of approval for the first ‘API accredited’ Asset and Facilities Management course in Queensland.

Bond University’s Bachelor of Property and Sustainable Development has become the first course in Queensland to be professionally recognised by the API in the Asset and Facilities Management area.

Bond was also successful in seeking accreditation for its undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Property Valuation, Asset and Facilities Management and Urban Development and Sustainability, making it the only university on the Gold Coast to offer programs with full API accreditation.

The accreditation marks official recognition that the programs offered by the Bond University Mirvac School of Sustainable Development are aligned with the educational requirements for professional membership with the API.

Head of School Professor George Earl said the accreditation would be of ‘immense benefit’ to graduates of the School.

“There is a growing demand for asset and facilities management professionals in Australia and, as graduates of the only professionally recognised course in Queensland, our students will be highly sought after to fill these positions,” he said.

Professor Earl said the role of an Asset and Facilities Manager is to ensure an organisation’s facilities enable effective operation, better business performance, higher levels of worker satisfaction and productivity, and environmental sustainability.

The School’s Property Valuation students have also seen the value of their degree skyrocket as a result of the accreditation announcement.

The API’s endorsement means they will now be eligible to apply for registration as Certified Practising Valuers upon graduating, (conditional on meeting professional practice requirements).

“Given the current shortage of qualified people in the property valuation field, this accreditation will provide our graduates with excellent career options,” Professor Earl said.

The Bond University Mirvac School of Sustainable Development embeds sustainable development teachings across all programs, instilling graduates with the ambition to create buildings, towns and, most importantly, communities that will serve as a lasting legacy for future generations.
For more information about the School and its offerings, visit bond.edu.au.

More from Bond

  • The Gold Coast in 2074: brighter, denser and digital

    Dr Bhishna Bajracharya explores the six megatrends that will shape the Gold Coast over the next 50 years.

    Read article
  • Paternalistic healthcare system undermines patients' informed choices

    Shared Decision-Making Symposium highlights the need for greater patient involvement in medical decisions.

    Read article
  • Don't let a tempo tantrum taint your driving

    Dr Cher McGillivray says listening to calming music while driving can reduce road rage, improve mood, and promote safer driving habits.

    Read article
  • What’s the difference between a heart attack and cardiac arrest?

    One’s about plumbing, the other wiring.

    Read article
  • Underdogs chase Grand Final glory

    The Bull Shark Women's Soccer team has had a season of a life time. Despite being dubbed the leagues underdogs, the girls have earned their way into this Sundays Div 1 Grand Final.

    Read article
Previous Next