Valuation of Forestry Property, Certificate | Part time online | University of Cape Town | South Africa
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Valuation of Forestry Property

4 days
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About

The Valuation of Forestry Property course offered by University of Cape Town will be of relevance to all those who are involved in, or have an interest in, the valuation of fforestry property/timber plantations.

Overview

What you will learn

On completion of the Valuation of Forestry Property course offered by University of Cape Town, participants will be able to:

  • Understand factors that determine the market value of forestry property.
  • Undertake research of the forestry industry for valuation purposes.
  • Understand and apply tools and techniques for measuring thevolume of standing timber.
  • Understand and apply the Faustmann Formula and other methods to determine the market value of forestry property.

Programme Structure

The program focuses on:

  • Understanding the timber life cycle, from planting to clear-fell.
  • Overview of the South African forestry/timber industry.
  • Key inputs into a timber plantation valuation.
  • Understanding the effect of the age class distribution plays in cash flow and value.
  • Forestry valuation methods.
  • Selecting the right method.
  • Determination of the Weighted Average Cost of Capital.
  • Timber land rentals and determination of the land value.
  • Presenting the final value in respect of: land, timber and other improvements.

Key information

Duration

  • Part-time
    • 4 days

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

English

Delivered

Online

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

  • The valuation of forestry property is a highly specialised activity, requiring specific knowledge and skills. 
  • Those who involved in the valuation of forestry property/timber plantations, property valuers, agricultural economists, land reform officials, agricultural credit analysts, investment analysts and fund managers.

Technological requirements

  • Course participants will need computer access and a reliable internet connection.
  • Please note that in the event of loadshedding participants are required to ensure that their laptop batteries are fully charged and that they have a secondary source for obtaining wifi and/or data.

Tuition Fee

To always see correct tuition fees
  • International

    7500 ZAR/full
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 7500 ZAR for the full programme during 4 days.
  • National

    7500 ZAR/full
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 7500 ZAR for the full programme during 4 days.

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