Postgraduate Degree Programmes

M.Sc./Postgraduate Diploma in Real Estate Management and Valuation Degree Programme

The DEMV has had a longstanding commitment to producing graduates in Real Estate Management and Valuation in Sri Lanka for over three decades, which is a testament to its dedication to shaping and advancing the industry. As the department continues to evolve, it recognizes the need to expand its educational and research opportunities by offering postgraduate programs.

The introduction of the Master of Science in Real Estate Management and Valuation Degree and Postgraduate Diploma in Real Estate Management and Valuation speaks to the DEMV’s unwavering commitment to excellence in education. These programs are tailored to meet the needs of graduates and professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in this field.

It is noteworthy that the M.Sc. in Real Estate Management and Valuation is accredited by RICS for the pathways of Valuation and Commercial Real Estate. This accreditation underscores the DEMV’s reputation for producing graduates of the highest caliber, who are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the industry.

Overall, the DEMV’s postgraduate programs not only provide an opportunity for personal and professional growth but also contribute to the advancement of the Real Estate Management and Valuation industry in Sri Lanka and beyond.

Aims and Objectives of Postgraduate Degree Programmes

To provide opportunities for graduates and practitioners to obtain postgraduate qualifications in Real Estate Management and Valuation.
To enhance skills which are highly applicable to a range of occupational and professional competencies in Real Estate Management and Valuation.
To promote research in Real Estate Management and Valuation.
To nurture further potentials and strengths of the department for the development of the country.

Programme Duration

The duration of the M.Sc. in Real Estate Management and Valuation degree program is two (02) academic years consisting four (04) semesters.

The duration of the PG Dip in Real Estate Management and Valuation program is one (01) academic year consisting two (02) semesters.

Other Important Information

Admission Requirements

Application Procedure

Program Structure

Course Fee

Academic Staff

Snr. Prof. (Chair) R.G.Ariyawansa
B.Sc. Est. Mgt. & Valuation (Sp.) (SJP) M.Sc. in Management (SJP), M.Sc. Development Planning (University College London), PhD ( SJP); AIV (IVSL)

Prof. (Mrs). K.G.P.K.Weerakoon
B.Sc. Est. Mgt. & Valuation (Sp.) (SJP), PG. Dip. Urban Development (Moratuwa); M.Sc. Human Settlement Planning (AIT, Thailand); PhD (USM), FITP (SL), PGC (ITC Netherland); AIV(SL)

Mrs. J.Edirisinghe (Retired Professor)
B.Sc. Est. Mgt. & Valuation (Sp.) SJP., PG. Dip. Urban Development (Moratuwa); PG. Dip. Env. Science (Colombo); M.Sc. Human Settlement Planning (AIT, Thailand); FITP (SL), Member of Sri Lanka Association for Advancement of Science

Prof.(Mrs). N.C. Wickramaarachchi
B.Sc. Est. Mgt. & Valuation (Sp.) SJP, M.Sc. T&CP (Moratuwa), PhD (Colombo) ,FITP (SL),AIREV (SL); AIV(SL); MRICS (UK)

Mr. H M Premathilake
B.Sc. Est.Mgt. & Val. Special (SJP); M.Phil.Agri.Econ (Peradeniya); Diploma in Valuation (CTC); ARVA (UK); FIV (Sri Lanka); PhD (USM), MRICS (UK); Member of the Land Acquisition Board of Review

Dr. J N Hettiarachchi
B.Sc. Est. Mgt. & Val. Special (SJP) ; Diploma in Valuation (CTC); Bachelor of Law; M.Sc.Project Management (Moratuwa); FIV (Sri Lanka); MIQS (Sri Lanka), Life Member- Sri Lanka Bar Association

Dr. T.G.U.P.Perera (Head of the Department)
B.Sc. Est. Mgt. & Val. Special (SJP); M.Sc. Urban Engineering , Japan; PhD (University of Birmingham, UK); Passed Finalist CIMA (UK); Corporate Member –ITPSL; Life member – SLASS; Graduate Member- City Planning Institute of Japan

Dr. Prathap Kaluthanthri
B.Sc. Est. Mgt. & Val. Special (SJP); MSc in REMV,USJ; DipM (UK); MBA PIM (Sri Lanka); MRICS (UK); AIV-IVSL

Mr. Terans Gunawardhana
B.Sc. Est. Mgt. & Valuation (Sp.) SJP; M.Sc.in REMV (SJP),M.Sc. (UOM), PhD (Candidate) AIV(SL)(Prob); AIREV (SL); AM (PRRES)

Dr. Chameera Udawattha

B.Arch (Architecture)UoM; PhD (Civil Engineering); Chartered Architect- Sri Lanka Institute of Architects, Sri Lanka (2017); Member, SLASS (M. No-8572/C), 2016; Associate Professional of Green Building Council of Sri Lanka (AP 1523), 2016

Dr. H M Lakshi Karunarathne

B.Sc. EMV (Special) Degree, USJ; MBA, USJ; Master of Environment Management, University of Colombo; PhD in Management UNSW, Australia; Standard Mental Health First Aider, Accredits by Mental Health First Aid Australia;

Prof. (Mrs.) Sumudu Senani Perera

B.Com. (Special), USJ; MBA-USJ; M.A. International Economics and Finance, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand; Ph.D., University of New England, Australia

Dr. Nirmal De Silva

Certified Management Accountant (Australia); Master of Business Administration (Australia); PG Dip Marketing (CIM, UK); Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) Philippines, Doctorate in Philosophy (PhD) – Reading; Chartered Marketer (UK), B.Bus.Mgt. (Australia);Master Project Manager (USA); FABE (UK), FinstAM (UK); MinstSMM (UK); FCPM (Sri Lanka); MSLIM (Sri Lanka);FAAPM (USA)

Mrs. Indu Weerasoori
BA (Colombo), M.Sc. (University College London), PGDip (Moratuwa), PGDip (University College London), FITP (SL); President -Institute of Town Planners Sri Lanka (2015-2017) Chairman, Board of Education, ITPSL;Vice President – Commonwealth Associations of Planners,(West Asia)

Mr. P W Senaratne
B.Sc. Est. Mgt and Val (sp) (Colombo), M Sc (Canterbury) MRICS (UK), FIV (SL); Government Chief Valuer(Rtd)

Ms. Dileepa M Endagamage

BSc Maths. (Special) (SJP); MSc (App. Stat) (Colombo)

Mr. E.M.R.U.B. Dorakumbura

B.Sc. Estate Management and Valuation, USJ; M.Sc. Town & Country Planning, UoM; MRICS (UK); Member of ITPSL; Fellow Member IRE; Member SLEA

RICS Qualified Academic Staff

Prof.(Mrs). N.C. Wickramaarachchi
B.Sc. Est. Mgt. & Valuation (Sp.) SJP, M.Sc. T&CP (Moratuwa), PhD (Colombo) ,FITP (SL),AIREV (SL); AIV(SL); MRICS (UK)

Mr. H M Premathilake
B.Sc. Est.Mgt. & Val. Special (SJP); M.Phil.Agri.Econ (Peradeniya); Diploma in Valuation (CTC); ARVA (UK); FIV (Sri Lanka); MRICS (UK); Member of the Land Acquisition Board of Review