General Information
This subject builds upon the principles of knowledge established in the subject SSUD71-124 Property Development. The primary purpose of Feasibility Analysis is to allow students to gain the skills to be able to prepare advanced feasibility studies on mixed-use property development projects using a variety of case studies and industry-accepted feasibility programs. The content considers more complex projects and models the time, cost and value variables and includes a detailed analysis of project risk. The subject will involve a number of site inspections, case studies and guest lecturers/development practitioners to provide insights into real-life projects and examines how successful developers manage a diverse range of project parameters.
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Details
Academic unit: Faculty of Society & Design Subject code: SSUD71-125 Subject title: Feasibility Analysis Subject level: Postgraduate Semester/Year: May 2025 Credit points: 10.000 -
Delivery & attendance
Timetable: https://bond.edu.au/timetable Delivery mode: Intensive Workload items: - Computer Lab: x3 (Total hours: 18) - Workshop 1
- Computer Lab: x3 (Total hours: 18) - Workshop 2:
- Personal Study Hours: x12 (Total hours: 84) - Recommended study hours
Attendance and learning activities: This subject brings students into direct contact with the industry through guest lectures from professional practitioners. Successful completion of this subject is heavily dependent on participation during all scheduled sessions, so attendance will be monitored. Most sessions build on the content of the previous one. It is difficult for a student to recover if a session is missed. It is the responsibility of the student to catch up on any content missed and to complete set work outside class. It is also necessary for students to engage proactively and contribute positively in discussions, analyses and case studies. The assessments are an important part of developing the knowledge and understanding required to fulfil the minimum requirements of this subject. -
Resources
Prescribed resources: Journals
- Moorhead M., Armitage L., Skitmore M., (2021). Risk management processes used in determining project feasibility in the property development process early stages by Australia/New Zealand property developers. Journal of Property Investment and Finance 15 Available at: https://www.emerald.com/insight/content/doi/10.1108/JPIF-08-2021-0071/full/html
- Moorhead, M., Armitage, L. and Skitmore, M., (2022). Feasibility practices of types of property developers. Journal of Property Investment & Finance Available at: https://doi.org/10.1108/JPIF-03-2022-0022
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| Academic unit: | Faculty of Society & Design |
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| Subject code: | SSUD71-125 |
| Subject title: | Feasibility Analysis |
| Subject level: | Postgraduate |
| Semester/Year: | May 2025 |
| Credit points: | 10.000 |
| Timetable: | https://bond.edu.au/timetable |
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| Delivery mode: | Intensive |
| Workload items: |
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| Attendance and learning activities: | This subject brings students into direct contact with the industry through guest lectures from professional practitioners. Successful completion of this subject is heavily dependent on participation during all scheduled sessions, so attendance will be monitored. Most sessions build on the content of the previous one. It is difficult for a student to recover if a session is missed. It is the responsibility of the student to catch up on any content missed and to complete set work outside class. It is also necessary for students to engage proactively and contribute positively in discussions, analyses and case studies. The assessments are an important part of developing the knowledge and understanding required to fulfil the minimum requirements of this subject. |
| Prescribed resources: | Journals
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| iLearn@Bond & Email: | iLearn@Bond is the Learning Management System at Bond University and is used to provide access to subject materials, class recordings and detailed subject information regarding the subject curriculum, assessment, and timing. Both iLearn and the Student Email facility are used to provide important subject notifications. Additionally, official correspondence from the University will be forwarded to students’ Bond email account and must be monitored by the student. To access these services, log on to the Student Portal from the Bond University website as www.bond.edu.au |
Enrolment requirements
| Requisites: |
Pre-requisites:Co-requisites:There are no co-requisites |
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| Assumed knowledge: |
Assumed knowledge is the minimum level of knowledge of a subject area that students are assumed to have acquired through previous study. It is the responsibility of students to ensure they meet the assumed knowledge expectations of the subject. Students who do not possess this prior knowledge are strongly recommended against enrolling and do so at their own risk. No concessions will be made for students’ lack of prior knowledge.
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| Restrictions: |
Nil |
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At Bond University, we carefully develop subject and program outcomes to ensure that student learning in each subject contributes to the whole student experience. Students are encouraged to carefully read and consider subject and program outcomes as combined elements.
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
Program Learning Outcomes provide a broad and measurable set of standards that incorporate a range of knowledge and skills that will be achieved on completion of the program. If you are undertaking this subject as part of a degree program, you should refer to the relevant degree program outcomes and graduate attributes as they relate to this subject.
Subject Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
On successful completion of this subject the learner will be able to:
- Critically analyse the complex stages of property development—from concept initiation through construction, handover, ownership, to life cycle management—demonstrating advanced knowledge and application.
- Critically evaluate the complexities and dynamics of relationships between stakeholders and organisations involved in diverse urban development projects, proposing strategies for effective collaboration and management.
- Critically analyse project acquisition decision-making processes from both investment and speculative development perspectives, integrating advanced theoretical frameworks and practical considerations.
- Independently develop and critically assess detailed feasibility studies for complex property projects with multiple stages and functional spaces, utilising advanced proficiency in Excel and industry-accepted feasibility software.
- Design and conduct comprehensive case study investigations that critically examine the contributions of various stakeholders to the successful completion of major urban development projects, reflecting on best practices and lessons learned.
- Critically evaluate and apply advanced risk identification and management processes in assessing potential property development projects, employing sophisticated methodologies and scenario analyses.
Generative Artificial Intelligence in Assessment
The University acknowledges that Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen-AI) tools are an important facet of contemporary life. Their use in assessment is considered in line with students’ development of the skills and knowledge which demonstrate learning outcomes and underpin study and career success. Instructions on the use of Gen-AI are given for each assessment task; it is your responsibility to adhere to these instructions.
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Assessment details
Type Task % Timing* Outcomes assessed Case Study Case study analysis and submission. 10.00% Week 7 3,4 Take-home Examination Take home exam in ilearn. Students will complete a case study and prepare a feasibility on a potential property development project. 40.00% Week 9 1,2,3,4,6 Analysis§ Prepare a detailed feasibility analysis for a mixed-use property development project. This analysis must account for both a speculative and investment component of a potential development project. 50.00% Week 12 1,2,3,4,5,6 - § Indicates group/teamwork-based assessment
- * Assessment timing is indicative of the week that the assessment is due or begins (where conducted over multiple weeks), and is based on the standard University academic calendar
- C = Students must reach a level of competency to successfully complete this assessment.
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Assessment criteria
Assessment criteria
High Distinction 85-100 Outstanding or exemplary performance in the following areas: interpretative ability; intellectual initiative in response to questions; mastery of the skills required by the subject, general levels of knowledge and analytic ability or clear thinking. Distinction 75-84 Usually awarded to students whose performance goes well beyond the minimum requirements set for tasks required in assessment, and who perform well in most of the above areas. Credit 65-74 Usually awarded to students whose performance is considered to go beyond the minimum requirements for work set for assessment. Assessable work is typically characterised by a strong performance in some of the capacities listed above. Pass 50-64 Usually awarded to students whose performance meets the requirements set for work provided for assessment. Fail 0-49 Usually awarded to students whose performance is not considered to meet the minimum requirements set for particular tasks. The fail grade may be a result of insufficient preparation, of inattention to assignment guidelines or lack of academic ability. A frequent cause of failure is lack of attention to subject or assignment guidelines. Quality assurance
For the purposes of quality assurance, Bond University conducts an evaluation process to measure and document student assessment as evidence of the extent to which program and subject learning outcomes are achieved. Some examples of student work will be retained for potential research and quality auditing purposes only. Any student work used will be treated confidentially and no student grades will be affected.
| Type | Task | % | Timing* | Outcomes assessed |
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| Case Study | Case study analysis and submission. | 10.00% | Week 7 | 3,4 |
| Take-home Examination | Take home exam in ilearn. Students will complete a case study and prepare a feasibility on a potential property development project. | 40.00% | Week 9 | 1,2,3,4,6 |
| Analysis§ | Prepare a detailed feasibility analysis for a mixed-use property development project. This analysis must account for both a speculative and investment component of a potential development project. | 50.00% | Week 12 | 1,2,3,4,5,6 |
- § Indicates group/teamwork-based assessment
- * Assessment timing is indicative of the week that the assessment is due or begins (where conducted over multiple weeks), and is based on the standard University academic calendar
- C = Students must reach a level of competency to successfully complete this assessment.
Assessment criteria
| High Distinction | 85-100 | Outstanding or exemplary performance in the following areas: interpretative ability; intellectual initiative in response to questions; mastery of the skills required by the subject, general levels of knowledge and analytic ability or clear thinking. |
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| Distinction | 75-84 | Usually awarded to students whose performance goes well beyond the minimum requirements set for tasks required in assessment, and who perform well in most of the above areas. |
| Credit | 65-74 | Usually awarded to students whose performance is considered to go beyond the minimum requirements for work set for assessment. Assessable work is typically characterised by a strong performance in some of the capacities listed above. |
| Pass | 50-64 | Usually awarded to students whose performance meets the requirements set for work provided for assessment. |
| Fail | 0-49 | Usually awarded to students whose performance is not considered to meet the minimum requirements set for particular tasks. The fail grade may be a result of insufficient preparation, of inattention to assignment guidelines or lack of academic ability. A frequent cause of failure is lack of attention to subject or assignment guidelines. |
Quality assurance
For the purposes of quality assurance, Bond University conducts an evaluation process to measure and document student assessment as evidence of the extent to which program and subject learning outcomes are achieved. Some examples of student work will be retained for potential research and quality auditing purposes only. Any student work used will be treated confidentially and no student grades will be affected.
Study Information
Submission procedures
Students must check the iLearn@Bond subject site for detailed assessment information and submission procedures.
Policy on late submission and extensions
A student who has not established a basis for an extension in compliance with University and Faculty policy either by 1) not applying before the assessment due date or 2) by having an application rejected due to failure to show a justifiable cause for an extension, will receive a penalty on assessment submitted after its due date. The penalty will be 10% of marks awarded to that assessment for every day late, with the first day counted after the required submission time has passed. No assessment will be accepted for consideration seven calendar days after the due date. Where a student has been granted an extension, the late penalty starts from the new due date and time set out in the extension.
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Additional subject information
Subject curriculum
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Introduction and property-related financial metrics
Includes key terminology and financial metrics used in the property industry.
SLOs included
- Critically analyse project acquisition decision-making processes from both investment and speculative development perspectives, integrating advanced theoretical frameworks and practical considerations.
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DCF Methodology
Gain an understanding of the time value of money and the use of discounted cash flow techniques in feasibility analysis for development/investment projects.
SLOs included
- Critically analyse project acquisition decision-making processes from both investment and speculative development perspectives, integrating advanced theoretical frameworks and practical considerations.
- Design and conduct comprehensive case study investigations that critically examine the contributions of various stakeholders to the successful completion of major urban development projects, reflecting on best practices and lessons learned.
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NPV Methodology
A discussion of DCF techniques expanded to allow for the determination of NPV and IRR for property development projects.
SLOs included
- Critically analyse project acquisition decision-making processes from both investment and speculative development perspectives, integrating advanced theoretical frameworks and practical considerations.
- Independently develop and critically assess detailed feasibility studies for complex property projects with multiple stages and functional spaces, utilising advanced proficiency in Excel and industry-accepted feasibility software.
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Feasibility Theory - Residual Value Methods
A review of the RLV method of determining highest and best use.
SLOs included
- Critically analyse the complex stages of property development—from concept initiation through construction, handover, ownership, to life cycle management—demonstrating advanced knowledge and application.
- Critically evaluate the complexities and dynamics of relationships between stakeholders and organisations involved in diverse urban development projects, proposing strategies for effective collaboration and management.
- Critically analyse project acquisition decision-making processes from both investment and speculative development perspectives, integrating advanced theoretical frameworks and practical considerations.
- Independently develop and critically assess detailed feasibility studies for complex property projects with multiple stages and functional spaces, utilising advanced proficiency in Excel and industry-accepted feasibility software.
- Design and conduct comprehensive case study investigations that critically examine the contributions of various stakeholders to the successful completion of major urban development projects, reflecting on best practices and lessons learned.
- Critically evaluate and apply advanced risk identification and management processes in assessing potential property development projects, employing sophisticated methodologies and scenario analyses.
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Feasibility Theory Part 2
A discussion of the determination of key variables including rental and sales revenue and cost expenditure inputs in property development projects.
SLOs included
- Critically analyse the complex stages of property development—from concept initiation through construction, handover, ownership, to life cycle management—demonstrating advanced knowledge and application.
- Critically evaluate the complexities and dynamics of relationships between stakeholders and organisations involved in diverse urban development projects, proposing strategies for effective collaboration and management.
- Critically analyse project acquisition decision-making processes from both investment and speculative development perspectives, integrating advanced theoretical frameworks and practical considerations.
- Independently develop and critically assess detailed feasibility studies for complex property projects with multiple stages and functional spaces, utilising advanced proficiency in Excel and industry-accepted feasibility software.
- Design and conduct comprehensive case study investigations that critically examine the contributions of various stakeholders to the successful completion of major urban development projects, reflecting on best practices and lessons learned.
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Feasibility Theory Part 3
Determination of project objectives and key constraints that must be addressed in determining a potential projects viability.
SLOs included
- Critically analyse the complex stages of property development—from concept initiation through construction, handover, ownership, to life cycle management—demonstrating advanced knowledge and application.
- Critically evaluate the complexities and dynamics of relationships between stakeholders and organisations involved in diverse urban development projects, proposing strategies for effective collaboration and management.
- Critically analyse project acquisition decision-making processes from both investment and speculative development perspectives, integrating advanced theoretical frameworks and practical considerations.
- Independently develop and critically assess detailed feasibility studies for complex property projects with multiple stages and functional spaces, utilising advanced proficiency in Excel and industry-accepted feasibility software.
- Design and conduct comprehensive case study investigations that critically examine the contributions of various stakeholders to the successful completion of major urban development projects, reflecting on best practices and lessons learned.
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Cashflow Methods in Feasibility Analysis
Practice using the RLV, DCF and other cash flow approaches to determining project feasibility.
SLOs included
- Critically analyse the complex stages of property development—from concept initiation through construction, handover, ownership, to life cycle management—demonstrating advanced knowledge and application.
- Critically evaluate the complexities and dynamics of relationships between stakeholders and organisations involved in diverse urban development projects, proposing strategies for effective collaboration and management.
- Critically analyse project acquisition decision-making processes from both investment and speculative development perspectives, integrating advanced theoretical frameworks and practical considerations.
- Independently develop and critically assess detailed feasibility studies for complex property projects with multiple stages and functional spaces, utilising advanced proficiency in Excel and industry-accepted feasibility software.
- Design and conduct comprehensive case study investigations that critically examine the contributions of various stakeholders to the successful completion of major urban development projects, reflecting on best practices and lessons learned.
- Critically evaluate and apply advanced risk identification and management processes in assessing potential property development projects, employing sophisticated methodologies and scenario analyses.
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Feastudy and Estate master IA Case Studies
Complete Feastudy and Estate master IA software case studies.
SLOs included
- Critically analyse project acquisition decision-making processes from both investment and speculative development perspectives, integrating advanced theoretical frameworks and practical considerations.
- Independently develop and critically assess detailed feasibility studies for complex property projects with multiple stages and functional spaces, utilising advanced proficiency in Excel and industry-accepted feasibility software.
- Design and conduct comprehensive case study investigations that critically examine the contributions of various stakeholders to the successful completion of major urban development projects, reflecting on best practices and lessons learned.
- Critically evaluate and apply advanced risk identification and management processes in assessing potential property development projects, employing sophisticated methodologies and scenario analyses.
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Introduction to Estate Master DF property development software.
Introduction to Estate Master DF property development software.
SLOs included
- Independently develop and critically assess detailed feasibility studies for complex property projects with multiple stages and functional spaces, utilising advanced proficiency in Excel and industry-accepted feasibility software.
- Design and conduct comprehensive case study investigations that critically examine the contributions of various stakeholders to the successful completion of major urban development projects, reflecting on best practices and lessons learned.
- Critically evaluate and apply advanced risk identification and management processes in assessing potential property development projects, employing sophisticated methodologies and scenario analyses.
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Estate Master DF Part 2
Completion of case studies using Estate Master DF.
SLOs included
- Critically analyse project acquisition decision-making processes from both investment and speculative development perspectives, integrating advanced theoretical frameworks and practical considerations.
- Independently develop and critically assess detailed feasibility studies for complex property projects with multiple stages and functional spaces, utilising advanced proficiency in Excel and industry-accepted feasibility software.
- Design and conduct comprehensive case study investigations that critically examine the contributions of various stakeholders to the successful completion of major urban development projects, reflecting on best practices and lessons learned.
- Critically evaluate and apply advanced risk identification and management processes in assessing potential property development projects, employing sophisticated methodologies and scenario analyses.
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Risk Identification and Analysis
Discuss and practice using the major risk analysis and management methods used in property development project feasibility analysis.
SLOs included
- Independently develop and critically assess detailed feasibility studies for complex property projects with multiple stages and functional spaces, utilising advanced proficiency in Excel and industry-accepted feasibility software.
- Critically evaluate and apply advanced risk identification and management processes in assessing potential property development projects, employing sophisticated methodologies and scenario analyses.
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Exam Review and Estate Master Certification Quiz
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SLOs included
- Critically analyse the complex stages of property development—from concept initiation through construction, handover, ownership, to life cycle management—demonstrating advanced knowledge and application.
- Critically evaluate the complexities and dynamics of relationships between stakeholders and organisations involved in diverse urban development projects, proposing strategies for effective collaboration and management.
- Critically analyse project acquisition decision-making processes from both investment and speculative development perspectives, integrating advanced theoretical frameworks and practical considerations.
- Independently develop and critically assess detailed feasibility studies for complex property projects with multiple stages and functional spaces, utilising advanced proficiency in Excel and industry-accepted feasibility software.
- Design and conduct comprehensive case study investigations that critically examine the contributions of various stakeholders to the successful completion of major urban development projects, reflecting on best practices and lessons learned.
- Critically evaluate and apply advanced risk identification and management processes in assessing potential property development projects, employing sophisticated methodologies and scenario analyses.