Construction Industry and Real Estate Market

Abstract

In the first term of MAS ETH ARC, the students knowledge of the construction sector and the real estate market will be reinforced and deepened, along for an informed interpretation of the stakeholders' decision making processes. It explores the topics of involved parties and perception of demand. Additionally, it will guide students in developing their research proposals and research questions.

Objective

The first term of MAS ETH ARC supports the students' expertise and personal skills and develops their reasoning and creative thinking skills. It compels the students to understand both ambitious projects and complex properties, to pursue long-term intentions, to carry out specific tasks, and to become aware of the consequences of their decisions. Over the course unit, students review and closely examine the expertise which they have gained so far. The course directs students to draw independent conclusions and to set forecasts as professionals. Ultimately, the knowledge and expertise which is gained throughout the unit will allow the students to fully realise their role as a professional in their field.

Content

In the first term of MAS ETH ARC, the students knowledge of the construction sector and the real estate market will be reinforced and deepened, along for an informed interpretation of the stakeholders' decision making processes and interests. It also explores the topics of involved parties and perception of demand. Additionally, it will guide students in developing their research proposals and research questions. Key words of the course unit Project and property, design and building process, involved parties and services, interests, basic knowledge and terms, perception and dissociation, sustainable decisions, and life cycle MAS thesis Advising students on potential research, in light of students' interests, work and academic experience, and their professional aims. Assisting students with determining the relevance of the study area. Discourse, developing the research objectives and devising the research questions. Public presentation of the initial objectives.

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