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p o s t G r a d u a t e c e r t i f i c a t e i n v a l u a t i o nPGCV grads enhancetheir career opportunitiesn 2003, the Appraisal Institute of Canada (AIC),with its education partner, the Real Estate Division,Sauder School of Business, University of BritishColumbia, established the UBC Post-GraduateCertificate in Real Property Valuation (PGCV) leading tothe AIC’s highest level of professional accreditation, designationas an Accredited Appraiser Canadian Institute(AACI). This program presents a unique opportunity forgraduates of recognized Canadian business/commercedegree programs to earn a prestigious post-graduatecertificate in real property valuation, while fulfilling theeducational requirements for designation by AIC.For more information on admission and requirementsfor the UBC/AIC post-graduate certificate in Real PropertyValuation, visit UBC’s web site at www.sauder.ubc.ca/AM/Template.cfm?Section=Real _ Estate _ DivisionIn 2006, we had 27 graduates of the PGCVprogram. This year we congratulate 21 additionalgraduates on their achievements:David Jonathan Bassal, QuebecSteve Blacklock, British ColumbiaBlaise Clements, SaskatchewanDon Edey, OntarioShey Ergil, AlbertaKari Gage, British ColumbiaSara Highsted,Newfoundland and LabradorMelody Ming Yan Hui, British ColumbiaJanelle Kochan, AlbertaYen-Mei Li, OntarioTodd W. C. MacDonald,Prince Edward IslandBasil Papas, SaskatchewanLi Ming Qin, QuebecGuy Robertson, British ColumbiaErin D. Smith, British ColumbiaMichael Spatharakis, British ColumbiaStephanie U. Tong, British ColumbiaTerence Kevin Mar Tooley,SaskatchewanJason Tucnik, AlbertaDave Weber, AlbertaJulianne Wright, OntarioHere are some comments from our 2007 graduatesWhat prompted you to pursue the PGCV?In September, 2002, I accepted a position withthe Province of Prince Edward Island as an AssessmentIntern. Accepting the position meant that Iwould be obligated to obtain my CRA designationwithin a certain time frame. Already having a BBA,together with the announcement in 2003 that theAIC and UBC Real Estate Division established thePGCV program, made the decision an easy one.– Todd MacDonaldMy employer asked me if I wanted to take over hisbusiness when he retired.– Erin SmithNow that you have completed the program, doyou feel it was a good decision for your career inthe property industry?Yes. The courses that are included in the programare very focused and relevant to my career, especiallywith the opportunity to select two electives.– Dave WeberAs a PGCV graduate, I feel it was an excellentcareer decision to obtain the AACI designation, asit has and will continue to open doors in both thepublic and private sector.– Todd MacDonaldWould you recommend this program to other businessgraduates?Yes. If a person is interested in pursuing a careerin the property industry. It is a challenging programand provides a good depth of theory that can beapplied in the industry.– Dave WeberI believe the AACI designation is becoming morewidely recognized and valued. The process involvedin pursuing an AACI has been made less dauntingthrough the introduction of the PGCV program.– Julianne Wright34C a n a d i a nAppraiserVolume 51 • book 4 • 2007EvaluateurC a n a d i e n
Do you feel that adding the PGCV to yourprofessional credentials has enhanced yourcareer opportunities?Definitely. Completing the PGCV program wasinstrumental in achieving the status I now hold inthe workplace.– Erin SmithYes. I started the program shortly after becomingemployed at an appraisal firm. The coursematerial was, in large part, relevant to the realestate appraisal industry, and did help me gainsome background knowledge of the industry thatI may not have learned otherwise. The PGCVprogram has also helped me to achieve my AACIdesignation in a much shorter timeframe fromwhat was the traditional route, which is of interestto employers.– Julianne WrightAre there any other comments concerning this programthat you would like to share with the Appraisal Instituteor prospective PGCV students?The AIC and the UBC Real Estate Division have formed agreat team and have created an atmosphere which enablesthose interested in the Real Estate/Property industry tobroaden their knowledge base and, at the same time, makethemselves more attractive to potential employers.– Todd MacDonaldThis is a very straight forward program that complementsthe mentoring you receive while completing your candidacy;this approach is streamlined and can be completed in a minimalamount of time allowing you to get to work faster.– Erin SmithCorrespondence courses are not what they used to be. Theonline capabilities enhance the overall learning experience. Asa UBC student enrolled in the PGCV program, I was able tochat to fellow classmates and discuss assignments, submitassignments, receive marks, and ask my tutor questions. Theprocess is no longer as isolating as it once was.– Julianne WrightC a n a d i a nAppraiserE CVolume 51 • book 4 • 2007 valuateura n a d i e n 35
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