The Australian property market has always been resilient, but 2025 is shaping up to be a unique year for employment within the sector. With changing rental legislations across Victoria, NSW, and Queensland, agencies are scrambling to find qualified staff who understand the new compliance landscape.
The Compliance Crunch
Recent changes to the Residential Tenancies Act in several states have increased the workload for property management departments. This "compliance crunch" means that agencies are no longer looking for just anyone with a certificate; they need Diploma-qualified professionals who can navigate complex legal frameworks.
Why the Diploma (CPP51122) is the New Standard
While a Certificate IV (CPP41419) gets your foot in the door, the Diploma of Property (Agency Management) (CPP51122) is becoming the gold standard for those who want to fast-track their career. It demonstrates a higher level of commitment and understanding of the business side of real estate, not just the transactional side.
Salary Expectations
Our latest industry survey indicates that Diploma-qualified property managers are commanding starting salaries 15-20% higher than their Certificate IV counterparts. For Agency Managers, packages are frequently exceeding $120,000 + bonuses.
Conclusion
If you're sitting on the fence about upgrading your qualification, now is the time. The market is hungry for expertise, and the CPP51122 is your ticket to the top tier of the industry.