REAL ESTATE SALESPERSON (RES) EXAMINATION SYLLABUS 2027 - Version 1.0 - 1 January 2027

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Real Estate Salesperson (RES) Examination Syllabus 2027 sets out the learning outcomes, objectives, and expected cognitive levels for candidates before they practise as licensed real estate salespersons in Singapore. It explains regulatory context under the Estate Agents Act 2010, outlines the RES course prerequisite, and details the two-paper examination format with case-study based MCQs. The syllabus defines knowledge requirements across land law, contract and agency law, property torts, planning control, marketing, and ethics, including compliance topics such as PMLPFTF obligations.

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Introduction

Objectives

Expectation of Cognitive Levels

RES Examination Format

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REAL ESTATE SALESPERSON (RES) EXAMINATION SYLLABUS 2027 Version History Date Issued 1.0 1 January 2027 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................2 OBJECTIVES .......................................................................................................................2 EXPECTATION OF COGNITIVE LEVELS .................................................................................3 RES EXAMINATION FORMAT..............................................................................................3 SYLLABUS STRUCTURE .......................................................................................................4 SYLLABUS CONTENT ..........................................................................................................6 © Council for Estate Agencies (CEA) . All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopy or recording, or any information and retrieval system, without permission in writing from CEA. Every effort has been made to ensure that information is accurate and current as at date of print. CEA reserves the right to make alterations without prior notice. REAL ESTATE SALESPERSON EXAMINATION SYLLABUS Introduction All real estate salespersons who carry out estate agency work in the sale or leasing transactions of residential (HDB and private housing), commercial and industrial properties must be registered with the Council for Estate Agencies (CEA) . CEA is the regulatory body for the real estate agency industry and administers the Estate Agents Act 2010 and Regulations. Prior to applying for registration as a salesperson, one must pass the Real Estate Salesperson (RES) Examination, which is one of the registration criteria stipulated under the Estate Agents (Licensing and Registration) Regulations 2010. The RES Examination consists of two Papers which test on the knowledge that is essential for practice as a real estate salesperson. The RES Examination Syllabus is prepared in the context of local laws, rules and regulations governing estate agency work and practices, and the buying/selling/leasing of HDB flats and private residential, commercial and industrial properties in Singapore. Objectives The objectives of the RES Examination are to ensure that new entrants meet the following requirements before they practise as real estate salespersons. The objectives are: 1. Possess the fundamental knowledge of real estate concepts, real estate market, land law, law of contract, law of agency, property torts, planning and development control, and principles of marketing so as to be professionally knowledgeable when performing estate agency work. 2. Able to apply knowledge required for estate agency services, in particular knowledge on the handling of sale and lease of residential, commercial and industrial properties, green buildings, conservation properties and including but not limited to title searches, immigration checks and financial calculations. 3. Understand and apply fundamental principles of professional practice, ethics and conduct, relevant laws and regulations, and best practices in estate agency work so as to uphold the professional standing of salespersons. 4. Be knowledgeable about prevailing market information and government policies and regulations related to estate agency work, including but not limited to prevention of money laundering, proliferation financing and terrorism financing (PMLPFTF) obligations. Expectation of Cognitive Levels The RES examination syllabus provides the desired learning outcomes for each topic of study, and the cognitive levels candidates are expected to acquire in each section of the syllabus. The following cognitive levels provide a guide to candidates on the depth of knowledge expected of them for each

FAQs

What must candidates complete before taking the RES Examination?

Candidates must complete the RES Course of at least 65 hours provided by Approved Course Providers (ACPs) before sitting the RES Examination.

How is the RES Examination structured across papers and sections?

The RES Examination has two papers, each lasting 2.5 hours and using the same format: Section A has 60 multiple-choice questions (1 mark each), and Section B has 20 MCQs based on one or two case studies (2 marks each).

What cognitive levels does the syllabus expect candidates to reach?

The syllabus specifies three cognitive levels: Level 1 (Remembering), Level 2 (Understanding), and Level 3 (Applying), where reaching Level 3 requires demonstrating knowledge and thinking skills from Levels 1 and 2 as prerequisites.

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