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Dubai Knowledge Village

PO Box 231078, Dubai
United Arab Emirates

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Web: www.rics.org

Thursday 5th June 2008

Arrangement between the Association for the Advancement of Cost

Engineering International and the RICS

This notice is written to provide clarity on the reciprocal agreement that exists between the Association for
the Advancement of Cost Engineering International (AACE) and the Royal Institution of Chartered
Surveyors.

Members of the AACE in the capacity of Certified Cost Consultant (CCC) and Certified Cost Engineer
(CCE) are recognised by the RICS.

This recognition entitles CCC and CCE members of the AACE to approach the RICS to be considered for
MRICS membership. It is important to note that it does not guarantee direct entry membership.

The process is detailed below.

• A candidate that has CCC or CCE certification combined with in excess of eight years relevant work
experience may approach the institution for membership of the RICS.

• The RICS, upon receiving proof of certification will send the applicant a Resume template to be
completed highlighting relevant work experience and qualifications.

• When completed and returned this resume will be passed to a RICS vetting panel and a decision on
whether the applicant can come for interview will be taken.

• If a candidate is deemed suitable they will be invited for an interview. If this is successful and RICS
membership fees paid then membership to the RICS is achieved.

• It is important to note that holding the qualification of CCC / CCE does not entitle an individual to
enter the Institution directly.

• For candidates without an accredited degree and the desire to become a Chartered Surveyor the
MENEA region of the RICS would still suggest the route of adaptation 1 over others.
http://www.rics.org/JoinRICS/Routestomembership/Adaptation/Spotlight.htm

• The decision of the Resume vetting panel is Final

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Regulations 2003 issued under Law No. 1 of 2000 of the Emirate of Dubai (as amended).