Welcome to RICS

As a globally recognised professional body, everything we do is designed to effect positive change in the built and natural environments.

Whole life carbon assessment (WLCA) for the built environment

Learn about the RICS WLCA standard.

Q4 2023 RICS Global Performance Report

The Quarterly Global Performance reporting page is live and the report ready to download.

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Sector Standards

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Rules of Conduct

RICS Valuation - Global Standards 'Red Book'

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Find out about your professional fees, how to renew your status, apply for concessions and how to pay your renewal fees

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News & Insights

Navigating the landscape of evolving building standards while excelling in sustainability

Ahead of the RICS Building Surveying Conference, we explore the latest developments, best practices, and emerging trends in sustainability regulation, delving into how innovation and collaboration are driving progress within building surveying.

Navigating the Future: Hong Kong Construction Outlook 2024

In the dynamic landscape of Hong Kong's construction industry, several challenges loom large on the horizon.

Regional Advisory Boards in Middle East & Africa – Recruitment Updates

Multiple Regional Advisory Boards, across Middle East & Africa have now completed the recruitment process to appoint 13 new members and 2 new Chairs.

Housing markets in 2024 and beyond: What does good look like?

In a recent webinar, a panel of experts from the UK, US, Germany and France discuss the current state of the residential market, challenges and potential solutions.

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Marching ahead: Buyer demand puts spring in the step of the housing market

The latest RICS UK Residential Survey results (March 2024) show a steady improvement in sentiment, with buyer demand and sales expectations going forward seeing a rise in positivity. Meanwhile, stability in house prices has also been reported.

Cladding External Wall System (EWS) FAQs

Frequently asked questions relating to Cladding External Wall Systems (EWS) in relation to fire safety.

Building Safety Act Frequently Asked Questions

On 5th July 2021, the Building Safety Bill was introduced to Parliament. Here we answer Frequently Asked Questions.

EWS Assessment Training Programme Completers

EWS Assessment training programme has been designed for Chartered Surveyors who qualified through the Building Surveying or Building Control pathways,

Navigating AI Integration in Real Estate - Insights from Andrew, Global AI, Data, and Tech Lead

In a change to the usual format, Andrew Knight , Global AI, Data, and Tech Lead, is interviewed by Alessio Scannicchio from ScanSan.

APAC megaprojects: Six trends in contracting, supply chains and skills

We share the findings of our recent webinar.

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Building Materials: The Next Frontier for Decarbonisation

Look around you. Are you sat in a building of some sort? Or reading this to keep yourself occupied on public transportation? It is safe to say, we spend most of our daily lives in the built environment.

Making impact investment work: How capital can support society and the environment

Investors are increasingly interested in generating public benefit as well as returns. Experts at a recent WBEF webinar looked at what such investment has accomplished – and how it can develop.

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Profession & Standards

RICS develops and enforces leading international standards, protecting consumers and businesses by ensuring the utmost level of professionalism is employed across the built and natural environment.

The regulatory functions of RICS relating to Standards and Professional Development are led and overseen by the Standards and Regulation Board (SRB).

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Profession & Standards

Profession & Standards Quick Links

RICS Valuation - Global Standards ('Red Book')

Black Book

Fire Safety

Rules of conduct

RICS Professional Development Packages

Embrace your professional development, navigate your way to professional status or drive your organisation forward with our support packages.

Upcoming Training and Events

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Dispute resolution

Diploma in Arbitration

• 420 hours formal CPD • Online

£3780

+ VAT

Online Training

NEC Principles and NEC4 Engineering & Construction Contracts - 3 Part Series

• 4.5 Hours Formal CPD • Online

From £181.50

+ VAT

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Training Courses

Expert Witness Certificate - MENA

Mon 15 Apr 2024 - Tue 02 Jul 2024 • 15:00 - 21:00 GST • 26 Hours CPD

From د.إ13000

Online Expert Determination Training

• 18 Hours Formal CPD • Online

£1450

+ VAT

Online Expert Determination Training SSA

• 18 Hours Formal CPD • Online

R35255

+ VAT

Red Book

RICS Red Book Compliance Workshop

• 4 hours CPD • Online

Free

Networking

RICS in West Midlands University Series - Digital and AI in the property & construction industry

Wed 17 Apr 2024 • 16:00 - 18:00 BST • 1.5 Hours Formal CPD • The Hive, Birmingham City University Curzon Building, Cardigan Street, Birmingham, B4 7BD

Free

Webinar

Middle East Construction Contracts: Effects of Inflation and Increase in the Costs Webinar

• 1.0 Hours Formal CPD • Online

£50

+ VAT

Networking

RICS Matrics Manchester: Networking - Breakfast at Gails

Thu 18 Apr 2024 • 08:00 - 09:00 BST • Gail’s Bakery, 16-18 King Street, Manchester, M2 6AG

£4

Conference

UK&I Minerals & Waste Management Conference

Thu 18 Apr 2024 • 08:30 - 17:00 BST • 5 Hours Formal CPD • Leicester Marriott Hotel, Grove Park, Smith Way, Leicester LE19 1SW, United Kingdom

From £214.50

+ VAT

Networking

RICS Matrics Sheffield: Seminar - Legal Update hosted by Irwin Mitchell

Thu 18 Apr 2024 • 09:00 - 11:00 BST • Irwin Mitchell, Riverside East, 2 Millsands, Sheffield, S3 8DT

Free

Webinar

RICS Roof Surveying Webinar

• 1 Hours Formal CPD • Online

From £25

+ VAT

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