The International Real Estate Research Symposium (IRERS) is a premier biennial conference on real estate, organised by the National Institute of Valuation (INSPEN) and the Valuation and Property Services Department (JPPH), Malaysia. Since its establishment in 2002, IRERS has grown into one of the region’s most respected platforms for real estate research, policy dialogue, and industry networking.
Bringing together government agencies, academia, industry leaders, and international associations, IRERS serves as a dynamic forum for knowledge exchange and collaboration. Its programme features Plenary and Parallel Sessions, Industry and Academia Forums, Poster Presentations, Competitions and Technical Visits, providing participants with diverse opportunities to learn, share, and connect.
To strengthen global engagement, IRERS actively collaborates with leading international universities and research institutions, ensuring diverse perspectives and high-quality contributions. Selected papers are published in Scopus-indexed journals, reinforcing IRERS as a significant contributor to advancing global real estate scholarship.
Over the years, IRERS has attracted thousands of participants and more than 500 research papers across various real estate domains. It continues to provide a valuable platform for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners to explore emerging trends, foster partnerships, and shape the future of the real estate industry.
The goal of this event is to bring leaders and practitioners in real estate together from across the globe.
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Day 1
Opening Ceremony, Plenary Session, Academia Session and Poster Competition
Day 2
Parallel Sessions
Day 3
Industry Forum, Technical Visit & Closing Ceremony
IRERS 2002 - 2024
INSPEN, the National Institute of Valuation, was established to enhance human capital in real estate industry through training, research, and education. The goal is to provide timely, effective, and reliable valuation and property services. The vision is to be a leading center in real estate training, research, and education. The mission involves equipping the workforce to face challenges, adapt to changes, and provide credible research and consultancy services. INSPEN offers various functions, including training, research funds, publications, and international programs, to meet the evolving needs of the real estate industry.