Environmental Management Systems for Real Estate (CEA CPD Specific, WSQ funded)
This course is available exclusively to real estate agents registered with the Council for Estate Agencies (CEA).
This course provides a comprehensive and structured exploration of the Environmental Management System (EMS) with a focus on ISO 14001 standards. Participants will begin by examining the foundational prerequisites necessary for EMS implementation, including legal obligations, licenses, permits, and the roles of relevant government agencies.
The course then delves into the core components of ISO 14001, highlighting the environmental challenges that underscore the need for such systems. Learners will critically evaluate the readiness of their organizations to adopt EMS by defining its scope and assessing relevant parameters. Through a structured needs analysis, participants will identify specific organizational requirements that inform the development of an effective implementation plan. This plan will be shaped around strategic resource allocation and organizational priorities.
Further, the course guides learners in formulating EMS policies, setting objectives, and establishing a robust documentation framework to ensure proper data control. Emphasis is placed on creating and applying Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) to promote regulatory compliance and transparent stakeholder communication.
Participants will also explore methods to support continual improvement and ISO 14001 adherence and will learn to maintain thorough documentation essential for internal audits and certification. By the end of the course, learners will be well-equipped to implement, manage, and sustain an effective EMS aligned with internationally recognized environmental standards.
At the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Ascertain the prerequisites of the Environmental Management System (EMS) including legal requirements, licenses, permits and relevant government agencies.
- Appraise the elements of the ISO 14001 Environmental Management System, with regards to the environmental concerns that necessitate EMS.
- Evaluate the scope and parameters of EMS implementation to assess organizational readiness and effectiveness.
- Conduct a Needs Analysis based on the process and procedures in order to establish the organizational requirements.
- Develop an EMS implementation plan focusing on the organization's need to strategize and allocate resources effectively.
- Define the EMS policy, objectives, and framework, ensuring proper EMS documentation and data control.
- Develop CAPA (corrective action and preventive action) measures to ensure compliance and for stakeholders’ information
- Support the EMS through compliance with ISO 14001 and continual improvement strategies.
- Maintain EMS documentation for internal audit purposes as a requirement for EMS certification
In this program, you will learn the following:
- Environmental management systems in real estate
- Identification of internal and external issues to real estate organisations and industry
- Environmental risk probability and impact analysis
- Criteria and control workflow for environmental initiatives in real estate
- Monitoring, measurement, analysis and evaluation workflow for environmental systems in real estate
- ISO 14001 Internal audit planning and procedures
This course is specially designed for:
- Real estate agents seeking to get certified as Internal Auditors for CPD hours
Learners must be real estate agents registered with the Council for Estate Agencies (CEA).
The Environmental Management Systems for Real Estate is a course on internal auditor training specifically designed for real estate agents. It will enhance your career prospects and employability in real estate organisations seeking compliance with EMS. As an internal auditor, you may be responsible for the following:
- Developing a detailed internal audit plan, observation, collecting evidence, and sampling documents and records
- Determining the scope of the internal audit planning for the year
- Creating audit reports and processing documents
- Advising on ways to measure the effectiveness of corrective action
- Creating and maintaining proper channels of communication with the management and the audit committee
The course content and structure are developed by the domain experts from TÜV SÜD. With immense experience and knowledge of the relevant standards, our team of product specialists and technical experts at TÜV SÜD have developed the course content based on the current business landscape and market requirements.
Upon completing the course, you will receive a certificate from TÜV SÜD.
1. Can I also attend e-learning courses on top of attending the Environmental Management Systems for Real Estate course?
Yes, you can register for any e-learning course at TÜV SÜD. However, other courses will not count towards your CPD hours.
2. What is the funding eligibility criteria?
Self-sponsored learners: Up to 50% of course fees for Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents between 21 and 39 years old, and up to 70% of course fees for Singapore Citizens above 40 years old.
Company-sponsored learners:
1. SME employers who sponsor the following persons can apply for up to 70% funding
2. All employers can apply for absentee payroll
a. Singapore Citizens and PR: $4.50 per hour, capped at $100,000 per enterprise per calendar year
b. Singapore Citizens aged 30 and above (or Persons with Special Needs aged 13 and above), earning a monthly salary ≤$2,500: 95% of hourly basic salary, capped at $13 per hour
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3. How do I enroll for the Environmental Management Systems for Real Estate course?
To enrol and check your eligibility for WSQ funding, please click on ‘Request training schedule’ button and fill up the form. Our team will contact you for the next steps to evaluate your eligibility for this course and enrolment procedures.
4. What is the Environmental Management Systems for Real Estate course methodology?
Participants will learn through lectures, case studies, group exercises and discussions.
5. Can I get a refund if I cancel my enrolment?
Yes, please contact us at [email protected] for more details. Terms and conditions apply.