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

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RICS Professional Skills & Development Training can help your business close the skills gap with bespoke, corporate, in-house training delivered by experts in the Built Environment.

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RICS Valuation - Global Standards 'Red Book'

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RICS consumer guides

Navigating property decisions can be overwhelming. RICS has created a library of free, easy-to-understand consumer guides to help.

News & Insights

RICS Celebrates Accreditation Milestone with Ankara University and Strengthens Ties with YÖKAK

Anna Galiano met with Prof. Dr. Ramazan Bayindir and RICS members, candidates, and students to advance our education standards in Türkiye.

DRS 50 Panel Member Spotlight – Janey Milligan

Today, we speak with Janey Milligan—a highly respected adjudicator, arbitrator, mediator and expert determiner—who reflects on her day‑to‑day work, her journey into dispute resolution, and the insights she has gained from decades of supporting fair and effective outcomes in construction disputes.

Single Construction Regulator – RICS consultation response

In December 2025, the government published the Single Construction Regulator Prospectus, setting out its proposals for the creation of a coherent regulatory system.

UKREiiF: RICS leads talks on skills, technology, housing and sustainability

At this year’s Real Estate Investment and Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF) 2026, RICS will once again take a leading role in bringing together key voices from the built environment.

Building Safety Act information centre

Information relating to the Building Safety Act, which received Royal Assent on 28 April 2022.

DRS marks 50 years with a spectacular anniversary Gala Dinner at RICS HQ

On Tuesday evening, RICS HQ was transformed as DRS celebrated its 50th Anniversary Gala Dinner to thank the people who over the years have contributed so much to making DRS the success it has become. The event brought together past and present members, colleagues, and supporters of DRS for an evenin

Valuation Compliance Framework: firm pilot programme

The Valuation Compliance Framework (VCF) is a new firm‑level approach designed to support consistent, high‑quality valuation practice across the profession.

A Talk with Tim Säuberlich - RICS Candidate Newsletter Interview

GNSS Spoofing and mitigation in the Arabian Gulf

Geospatial Professional Practice Update & Latest Regional Developments (as of March 24th 2026)

Mediation Training Testimonial - Walaa Tolba

As a Project Director with over 15 years of experience in the built environment, I have learned that the greatest determinant of project success is how early - and how effectively - we manage misunderstandings.

RICS CEO comments on the publication of the Future Homes and Building Standards

Sustainability

Our aim is to offer leadership, expertise and influence, while giving our members the skills they need to create positive change in the natural and built environment.

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).

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

DRS Training Courses

Diploma in Arbitration

• 420 hours structured CPD • Online

£3780

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DRS Training Courses

Diploma in International Arbitration (Sub-Saharan Africa)

• 600 hours structured CPD • Online

From R45000

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DRS Training Courses

Diploma in International Arbitration (MENA)

• 600 hours structured CPD • Dispute Resolution • Online

From د.إ22725

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DRS Training Courses

Expert Witness Certificate - MENA

• 26 hours structured CPD • Online

From د.إ13000

Webinar

MEA Build your claims expertise for GCC construction professionals webinar

• 1 hour structured CPD • Online

Free

Seminar

RICS Matrics Birmingham: Seminar - Birmingham Residential & First Home Insights with Knight Frank

Thu 09 Apr 2026 • 16:30 - 18:30 BST • Knight Frank, 103 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3 3AG

Networking

RICS Matrics Cambridge: Candidate Support - Spring APC Quiz

Thu 09 Apr 2026 • 18:00 - 20:00 BST • Carter Jonas, One Station Square, Cambridge, CB1 2GA

Networking

RICS Matrics Kent: Networking - Curry Club

Thu 09 Apr 2026 • 18:30 - 23:30 BST • Sekkoya Indian Kitchen Bar, 49 St Peter's St, Canterbury CT1 2BE

£15

+ VAT

Webinar

UK&I Service charge residential management code 4th edition launch webinar

• 1 hour structured CPD • Online

Event

Gold Coast: Book Launch - AI, Drones & Emerging Tech in Property Valuation

Fri 10 Apr 2026 • 15:00 - 16:00 AEDT • 1 hour structured CPD • Room 3 1 06, Bond University, 14 University Drive, Robina QLD 4226

From $55

+ GST

DRS Training Courses

Expert Witness Certificate

• 26 hours structured CPD • Online

From £2100

+ VAT

Webinar

Global smart buildings and portfolio analytics: Using data responsibly and effectively webinar

• 1 hour structured CPD • Online

£36

+ VAT

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