Under the direction of the British Columbia Financial Services Authority (BCFSA), the Real Estate Division of the University of British Columbia (UBC) administers the Real Estate Trading Services Licensing Course. It takes a minimum of 10 weeks to complete all required assignments, plus time for booking/taking the examination. Depending on your schedule, you can complete the course over a longer period at a more leisurely pace.
The exam can be taken on a pre-determined date or you may opt to pay an additional fee for a computer-administered exam at UBC. Taking the exam by computer means you should have your results within 24 hours, rather than several weeks.
“If you’re committed to this business, we’re committed to working with you. It’s our goal to ensure that Macdonald Realty will always be the right place for people who are serious about real estate.”
– Dan Scarrow, President & CEO, Macdonald Realty
Week 1: Build Your Network
Week 2: Host Effective Open Houses
Week 3: Work with Buyers
Week 4: Generate Business from Within Your Network
Week 5: Build Confidence and Market Knowledge
Week 6: Develop a Service Mindset
Week 7: Work with Sellers
Week 8: Leverage Your Strengths to Generate Business
Macdonald Realty is the ideal place to call home for new agents who want to be accountable for their success. In Phase 1 and once you're licensed, Macdonald Realty provides an 8-week on demand online Build Your Business Course focused on the essential skills, knowledge and actions needed to build your business. The course combines concise online learning - including lessons, mentorship clips, and coaching strategies - with weekly small-group Zoom mentorship sessions led by experienced Macdonald agents. We also make passing component 3 easier, as the six assignments required as part of BCFSA's Applied Practice Course are incorporated into the program, allowing you to apply what you're learning directly to your licensing requirements.
After completing the course, you'll move into Phase 2, which comprises meeting with your Managing Broker every two weeks for sixteen weeks (eight check-ins) to turn what you have learned into consistent action.
Together, the two phases provide approximately six months of structured learning, mentorship and support as you establish your business. At that point, you can apply for ongoing 1-on-1 coaching with our in-house Professional Certified Coach.
When selecting a brokerage, one key area to explore is how each company will support you in completing the Applied Practice Course. This is the next credential required after passing your Licensing Course, and it typically takes four to five months.
Are you a newly licensed real estate agent looking to kickstart your career? At Macdonald Realty, we’re dedicated to helping you build and grow your business. Our culture of partnership and support ensures that you have the resources and guidance needed for success.
If you're excited about launching your real estate career in a collaborative environment, let’s set up a meeting to discuss how we can help you achieve your business goals.
