We know from conversations with employers that the traditional RICS-accredited degree route to professional qualification is perceived as increasingly outdated.
To remain relevant, we must evaluate and review the ways in which the professionals of the future join the profession to ensure they remain relevant - now, and in the future. We must also recognise that lifelong learning is crucial to developing and enhancing competencies.
As we create new entry paths and expand the profession in emerging markets, we will only succeed if at the same time we champion diversity within the industry.