Role of the RICS

Question 1

What is the RICS and what is its function?

Answer 1

• The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors are a global professional body that accredits professionals and regulates standards within land, property, infrastructure and construction.

Question 2

What is the role of the RICS?

Answer 2

• To protect consumers through establishing professional standards and strict regulation of those standards.
• To maintain the highest standards of education and training.
• To be the leading source of information, independent advice and guidance on land, property, infrastructure and construction issues.

Question 3

What is the importance of the RICS?

Answer 3

• RICS accredit 130,000 trainee and qualified members worldwide.
• Any individual or firm registered with RICS is subject to regulation by the RICS.
• RICS is therefore extremely important in maintaining the highest internal standards amongst a large proportion of professionals within the land, property, infrastructure and construction sectors.

It is crucial for upholding high standards in the industry, ensuring consumer protection, and maintaining trust and confidence in the profession.