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EDUCATION PROGRAMS 2020 Special Advertising Supplement
INTRODUCTION
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This annual supplement provides
UNIVERSITY PROGRAMS
detailed academic, tuition, demographic,
American University’s Kogod School of Business. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Arizona State University’s W. P. Carey School of Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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programs in real estate, urban planning,
Auburn University. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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design and development, and other land
Clemson University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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and campus information for participating schools that offer undergraduate
use disciplines. We would like to thank the colleges and universities that supported the 2020 guide, which we hope will be a valuable resource in your search for programs
Columbia University GSAPP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Cornell University. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Florida International University College of Business. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Florida State University College of Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
that will advance your educational and
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Georgia Institute of Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Iowa State University. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 MIT Center for Real Estate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Notre Dame Fitzgerald Institute for Real Estate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Penn State Smeal College of Business. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Thomas Jefferson University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Tulane University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 University College London (UCL). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 University of Miami . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 University of Washington. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
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UNIVERSITY PROGRAMS
AMERICAN UNIVERSITY’S KOGOD SCHOOL OF BUSINESS PROGRAM TITLE AND OVERVIEW Master of Science in Real Estate
CONTACT INFORMATION RANDY NORDBY Graduate Director of Finance and Real Estate rnordby@american.edu 202-885-3914
Unleash your earning potential on your own terms with a master’s in real estate from American University’s Kogod School of Business. As the only real estate program housed in a business school in the D.C. area, our students benefit from an engaged advisory council comprised of some of the top local and global real estate executives. Design your own degree around your passions and interests, choosing from almost 30 electives ranging from entrepreneurship to sustainability. You’ll also gain hands-on experience managing $125,000 in assets in our real estate investment trust fund. Kogod is partnered with CFA, FRM, and CAIA, providing students access to sample exams, content, and scholarships.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS Kogod’s MS in real estate program is 30 credit hours, including 15 core credit hours and 15 credit hours of electives. The program can be completed within one year, full time (three semesters) or within two years (including summers), part time. COURSE REQUIREMENTS (15 CREDIT HOURS)
ANNUAL TUITION AND FEES Tuition is $1,759 per credit hour.
Real Property and Asset Management Real Estate Development Real Estate Transactions and Contracts Real Estate Finance and Mortgage Markets Urban Planning and Sustainability ELECTIVES (15 CREDIT HOURS) Financial Statement Analysis Taxation of Real Estate Transactions Taxation of Pass-Through Entities Introduction to Geographic Information Systems Corporate Valuation and Financial Strategy Financial Management Financial Analysis of the Firm: Concept and Applications Financial Modeling Quantitative Methods in Finance I Quantitative Methods in Finance II
Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management Derivatives and Risk Management Fixed Income Analysis Topics in Finance Corporate Governance Independent Study Project in Finance Internship in Finance Entrepreneurship and Innovation Entrepreneurship Practicum: New Venture Business Plan Negotiations Topics in Management Marketing Management Independent Study Project in Real Estate Internship in Real Estate Studies in Global Environmental Politics Environment and Politics Statistical Methods
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS Applicants must have earned an undergraduate bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a satisfactory grade point average. Applicants may also need to submit a GMAT or GRE score. Visit http://www.american.edu/kogod/admissions/ for more information.
STUDENT DEMOGRAPHICS Average age: 28 50% female students 25% United States underrepresented minority
ADDITIONAL PROGRAM/CAMPUS DETAILS The top employers of our graduates are CBRE, the city of Austin, Cushman & Wakefield, Duff & Phelps, Fannie Mae, and Host Hotels and Resorts. The student-to-faculty ratio is 17:1. American University is the first carbon-neutral university in the United States.
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ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY’S W. P. CAREY SCHOOL OF BUSINESS PROGRAM TITLE AND OVERVIEW Master of Real Estate Development
CONTACT INFORMATION Graduate Programs MCCORD HALL 450 E. Lemon St. Suite 150 Tempe, AZ 85287-4906 480-965-3332 wpcareymasters@asu.edu
In only nine months, the transdisciplinary W. P. Carey Master of Real Estate Development (MRED) program prepares you to lead real estate development projects that are environmentally respectful, socially responsible, and artfully designed. Small class sizes provide opportunities for peer interaction and a number of synthesis projects cover the entire spectrum of development, preparing you for roles throughout the industry. The MRED program is a transdisciplinary partnership between four highly regarded schools within Arizona State University: • The W. P. Carey School of Business • The Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law
• The Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts • The Del E. Webb School of Construction
In addition to the credibility of earning a transdisciplinary ASU master’s degree, a recent $15 million investment by the W. P. Carey Foundation in career services will provide you more opportunities to meet with a broader range of employers and have better access to career coaching and tools to help you succeed in your career.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS Develop your critical thinking about real estate development. In the nine-month, 16-course Master of Real Estate Development (MRED) program, you’ll learn side-by side with peers from various backgrounds, deepening your understanding of the development process.
ANNUAL TUITION AND FEES MRED
Tuition and fees*
RESIDENT
$38,858
NONRESIDENT
$58,538
INTERNATIONAL
$60,738
* NOTE: All amounts shown in the Tuition and Fees Schedules or in other university publications or Web pages represent tuition and fees as currently approved. However, Arizona State University reserves the right to increase or modify tuition and fees without prior notice, upon approval by the Arizona Board of Regents or as otherwise consistent with board policy, and to make such modifications applicable to students enrolled at ASU at that time as well as to incoming students. In addition, all tuition amounts and fees are subject to change at any time for correction of errors. Finally, please note that fee amounts billed for any period may be adjusted at a future date.
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS Complete the ASU online application, you will need to provide the following information: 1. Personal info — contact details, birth date, citizenship, Social Security number 2. Current resume and essay question responses 3. Recommender(s) contact information: name, affiliation, and work email address of an individual who can answer questions about your personal qualities, professional success, career aspirations, and ability to perform in a graduate program 4. Application fee — $70 domestic students; $115 international students 5. Applications will not be processed until the fee is received and fees are non-refundable. In addition to the above materials, official transcripts and test scores must be submitted to ASU Graduate Admissions. International students may also need to submit proof of English proficiency.
STUDENT DEMOGRAPHICS CLASS AVERAGES Age
29
GPA
3.13
Work Experience
5.1 yrs
DIVERSITY Male
87%
Female
13%
International
7%
UNDERGRADUATE MAJOR
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Business
40%
Economics
13%
Engineering
13%
Humanities
7%
Social Sciences
17%
Science/Math
3%
Other
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY PROGRAM TITLE AND OVERVIEW Master of Real Estate Development Program Our AACSB accredited Master of Real Estate Development program is a collaboration between the College of Architecture, Design, and Construction and the Harbert College of Business. It provides experienced professionals the theoretical, technological, and practical knowledge necessary to produce real estate development projects that emphasize best practices related to sustainability, economic resilience, social responsibility, and design excellence.
CONTACT INFORMATION JOE COLLAZO Assistant Director Graduate Executive Programs (334) 844-5078 gradex@auburn.edu www.MREDAuburn.com
This blended program utilizes innovative distance-learning technologies, campus residencies, and domestic and international field study trips to provide a robust educational experience that can be completed without career interruption.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS The program launches each fall semester and runs for five consecutive semesters, in which students complete 39 semester hours. A majority of lectures are delivered through our online learning platform, but students will also attend six on-campus residencies, as well as one international and three domestic field study trips during the course of the program.
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS Minimum requirements are a four-year degree and either five years’ professional experience or three years’ real estate experience in the fields of accounting, appraisal, brokerage, construction, design, development, engineering or law.
ANNUAL TUITION AND FEES The total program cost is $58,500 for students entering fall semester 2020. This covers tuition, fees, books, professional memberships, and lodging and most meals during residencies and field study trips. Financial aid is available.
No GRE or GMAT entrance exam required.
STUDENT DEMOGRAPHICS Our average cohort of 20 students is 30 percent female and 70 percent male. A majority reside in the Southeast but our current cohort includes students from as far away as Arizona and California.
ADDITIONAL PROGRAM/CAMPUS DETAILS We are a University Fast Track Partner with CCIM, and we partner with the Appraisal Institute in its Master’s Degree Program to offer students who enroll in the institute’s program a unique path to the prestigious MAI designated membership. In 2019, Eduniversal ranked Auburn number 52 on its global ranking of Real Estate Management (Construction) programs.
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CLEMSON UNIVERSITY PROGRAM TITLE AND OVERVIEW Clemson University Master of Real Estate Development Program
CONTACT INFORMATION RYAN B. DIETZ, MBA Professor of Practice MRED Program Director rbd@clemson.edu AMY MATTHEWS HERRICK, MEd Assistant Director of Student Services matthe3@clemson.edu, 864-656-4257 WHITNEY BROWN, MEd Program Coordinator wmb@clemson.edu, 864-656-3903
ANNUAL TUITION AND FEES Please refer to the Clemson University Student Financial Services website for all current tuition and related university fees: clemson.edu/finance/student-financials 18-Month Sequence: $55,000. The Minimester Tour class requires an additional $500 for travel expenses. 12-Month Sequence: $49,000. The Minimester Tour class is optional at an additional $2,000 for travel expenses.
The Clemson University Master of Real Estate Development (MRED) program is a full-time, 56-credit program that can be completed in 18 months for Entry Level/Early Career students, or 12 months for Experienced Development Professionals, with 15 credits of preapproved exemptions. Experienced Development Professionals have the opportunity to exempt 15 credit hours through an interview, transfer courses, and portfolio documentation prior to admittance. The Clemson University MRED program is dedicated to quality. Our class sizes are small in order to provide personalized attention and cultivate each student’s individual strengths. It also allows us to provide unique industry experiences for our students. Our niche is in the education of quality-oriented individuals who will emphasize best practices in development, design, and finance. The broad spectrum of skills and real-industry experience each student receives during the program prepares them to become leaders in the real estate development field. Our students travel the country for ULI events and multistate project tours. On the technical side, our students are expected to be Excel certified, Argus certified, and have applicable experience with other software applications by the time they graduate. The Clemson MRED program closely follows the principles of the Urban Land Institute, which believes development is a public/private partnership and quality development requires integrating the perspectives of community, environment, and economics.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree from a four-year accredited university. Entry Level/Early Career student, 18-Month Sequence: 56 credit hours Experienced Development Professional, 12-Month Sequence: 41 credit hours* Applicants for the 12-month sequence are candidates with a minimum of three years, full-time direct experience in the private real estate development process. * This sequence allows for up to 15 credit hours of preapproved exemptions based on portfolio submission during the admissions process.
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS 1. Completed Graduate School Application and fee(s) 2. Official transcripts from all degree-granting universities/colleges 3. Three letters of recommendation 4. Résumé 5. Personal Statement 6. Official GRE or GMAT scores. For international students: Official TOEFL or IELTS scores or completion of ELS level 112 at an ELS Language School is also required in addition to GRE or GMAT scores. 7. Portfolio–only required for 12-month sequence students.* * Portfolio may include examples such as market analyses, feasibility studies, case studies, investment committee submittals, architectural portfolio, project administration reports, and other relevant documentation indicating direct level of involvement. 8. Interview–in person, phone, or video. Learn more at clemson.edu/mred.
STUDENT DEMOGRAPHICS Average cohort size is approximately 15–20 students. Median student age is 26. Average undergraduate GPA is 3.22. Eighty percent of students enroll as Entry Level/Early Career students.
ADDITIONAL PROGRAM/CAMPUS DETAILS The Clemson MRED program is located in vibrant downtown Greenville, South Carolina, at the award-winning Greenville ONE campus, alongside the MBA program and other graduate programs.
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COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY PROGRAM TITLE AND OVERVIEW Columbia University GSAPP
CONTACT INFORMATION JESSICA STOCKTON KING GSAPP- MSRED PROGRAM 411 Avery Hall MC 352 1172 Amsterdam Avenue New York, NY 10027 (212) 854-3524 realestate@arch.columbia.edu https://www.arch.columbia.edu/ programs/8-m-s-real-estate-development
ANNUAL TUITION AND FEES For the 2019–2020 academic year, tuition and fees add up to $96,117 for the three semester, one-year program. More information may be found here: https://www.arch. columbia.edu/admissions/tuition-aid.
The Columbia Master of Science in Real Estate Development (MSRED) Program is a one-year, three-semester program that combines the fundamental skills of professional real estate with a holistic approach to urban development as a creative act. Cross-disciplinary electives draw on the program’s access to the extraordinary offerings of GSAPP and Columbia at large, while required coursework immerses students in the three core tenets of urban real estate development: the financial, the physical, and the legal, arming students with the full range of professional and intellectual skills needed to tackle the complex demands of global urban real estate development. Many students are drawn to learning from professors that work full-time in the real estate industry in NYC, creating a club around affordable housing or design and development, networking within their full-time cohort, setting up building tours and mentorship by engaged and experienced alumni. The Columbia MSRED Program was started in 1985, and you will find Columbia MSRED alumni in every area of real estate development and real estate finance.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS Three consecutive semesters of full-time study (Summer, Fall and Spring) are required, as well as a minimum of 45 credits, though many students choose to take more. Required classes include, but are not limited to: Real Estate Finance I, II, and II, Underwriting, Construction Management and Technology, Real Estate Law, Market Analysis, the Architecture of Development, Development Analysis: Urban Planning, the Value of Design, and Capstone. Applications are accepted August 15th–January 15th every year for a June start. We only have a summer entrance. Recent electives have included Development by Design, Underwriting II, Private Equity Development: Hotels Focus, Hotel Transactions, Public-Private Partnerships in Real Estate Development, Architect and Developer Dialogues, Affordable Housing Finance, Developing Affordable Housing, Capital Markets: REIT Analysis, Real Estate Portfolio Management, Fund Management and Capital Raising, Construction Law, Advanced Seminar in Commercial Leasing, International REITs, Global Real Estate Investing, Comparative Global Real Estate, Intro to PropTech VC, Risk and Portfolio Management, Tax Issues in Acquisitions and Development, Residential Development and Asset Strategy, Residential Investment and Development, Entrepreneurship in Buying and Selling Real Estate Assets, the Real Estate Entrepreneur’s Process, Asset Management, Capital Markets: Debt, RE Transactions Law, Real Estate PE: Acquisitions Analysis, Hotel Development and Investment, RE Entrepreneurialism, Building Adaptation and Reuse, Real Estate Economics and Market Metrics, Project Management, RE Media and Marketing, and Alternative and Distressed Investing Strategies.
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS Applications are accepted August 15th–January 15th every year for a June start. The Columbia MSRED Program has a summer start for all incoming students, and it is a cohort program. In order to apply, the online application form, the $75 fee, all college and university transcripts, three reference letters, a résumé or CV, the GRE or GMAT, a personal statement, and the TOEFL (for some international applicants) are required.
STUDENT DEMOGRAPHICS The most common backgrounds are architecture, finance, and real estate, but we’ve also had people with planning, construction management, legal, consulting, and engineering backgrounds do well in the program. This year we had domestic students from California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington, D.C., and Wisconsin, and international students from Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Estonia, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Mexico, Norway, Oman, Peru, the Philippines, Poland, Romania, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand, Turkey, the UAE, and the UK. It is always a diverse class, and we have had many student-led trips over the years to locations outside the NYC area. Some recent student clubs have included the Hospitality Experience Leisure and Lifestyle club, the International Real Estate club, the Real Estate Private Equity club, and the Women in Real Estate Development club.
ADDITIONAL PROGRAM/CAMPUS DETAILS The Columbia MSRED Program is located at Columbia University’s beautiful Morningside Campus in NYC. Prospective students are encouraged to visit the campus to sit in on a class or two, chat with current students, and set up an appointment in the MSRED Program office.
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STUDY REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT AT COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY GRADUATE SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, PLANNING AND PRESERVATION IN NEW YORK CITY
CORNELL UNIVERSITY PROGRAM TITLE AND OVERVIEW Cornell MPS Baker Program in Real Estate
CONTACT INFORMATION DUSTIN JONES Director of Baker Program in Real Estate real_estate@cornell.edu 607-254-4228 business.cornell.edu/baker
The two-year Baker Program in Real Estate is a master’s degree program that prepares students to become experts and leaders in the industry. The program is offered jointly by the College of Architecture, Art, and Planning and the School of Hotel Administration—both of which are consistently ranked at the top of their fields nationally and internationally.
ADMISSIONS & DEGREE REQUIREMENTS The ability to bring leadership to the industry and make a unique contribution to the Cornell community are factors often emphasized over direct experience, GPAs, and GMAT scores. Characteristics that the selection committee looks for include: • A passion for real estate and its related fields • Creativity and an intellectual spark • Ability to positively contribute to diverse teams
• Leadership in an academic, work, or community setting • Direct or indirect real estate experience or exposure
Baker Program students demonstrate a variety of interests, background, and geographies that constitute a diverse and compelling cohort. To complete the master’s degree, students must:
ANNUAL TUITION AND FEES Annual year 2019–2020 tuition and fees are $56,550. Additional information can be found at business. cornell.edu/baker.
• Complete 62 credit hours over four semesters: • 38.5 hours of core course requirements; • 4.5 hours of leadership and management elective coursework; • 12 hours (minimum of 4 courses) in an approved concentration elective coursework; and
• 7 hours of free electives, subject to student adviser approval • Complete a summer professional internship • Participate in two real estate case treks: one domestic and one international • Remain in good academic standing by adhering to all program requirements
STUDENT DEMOGRAPHICS CLASS OF 2021 Class size: 34 Average age: 26 Distribution: 26% women; 74% men 54% international 9 countries represented
ADDITIONAL PROGRAM/CAMPUS DETAILS At the end of the first semester, students select a concentration in an area of specialized expertise that distinguishes them in the industry. Concentrations include: • International Real Estate • Real Estate Consulting and Market Analysis • Property, Asset, and Portfolio Management
• Development and Sustainability • Real Estate Finance and Investments • Independent Concentrations
Participation in a professional internship between the first and second years gives students a distinct edge in finding leadership positions upon graduation. Baker students embark on annual weeklong domestic or international treks that include meetings with alumni and local real estate leaders, and exploration of environments around the world. Cornell has the largest full-time real estate faculty in the country—experts to research, advise, and teach real estate classes in any specialty within the industry. Case competitions, the Cornell Real Estate Review, student groups, and paid assistantships provide additional opportunities to connect and enhance students’ real estate education over the span of this comprehensive two-year program. Scholarship funding and paid assistantships offered. Find additional information at business.cornell.edu/baker.
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FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF BUSINESS PROGRAM TITLE AND OVERVIEW Master of Science in International Real Estate Florida International University (FIU) is the fourth-largest public university in the United States, located in Miami, and serves a culturally diverse student body of nearly 58,000 students. Known for being the home of one of the top business schools in the nation, worldwide accredited by the AACSB, we now have the largest real estate program in Florida.
CONTACT INFORMATION FIU DOWNTOWN ON BRICKELL / FLEX Eileen Cardelle 305.779.7891 ecardell@fiu.edu msire.fiu.edu FULLY ONLINE Federico Abreu 305.779.7969 fabreu@fiu.edu omsire.fiu.edu
ANNUAL TUITION AND FEES Tuition for the MSIRE program is $28,000 for Florida residents and $30,000 for nonresidents.
The MSIRE is an accelerated degree program of high-level investment real estate transaction focus—along with an international scope. The program provides real-world knowledge in the areas of valuation, investment analysis and performance measurement, corporate asset management, financing techniques, law, technology, and accounting. Our degree is taught by one of the largest numbers of full-time PhD faculty in the nation, and recently they have been ranked first in the United States and second globally for real estate research. MSIRE graduates also earn substantial course credits toward various industry designations and licenses.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS The MSIRE degree can be completed in 10 to 12 months. Classes can be taken fully online or with our unique “flex delivery” at our FIU Downtown on Brickell location, where you combine in-class and online live streaming with on-demand recordings for a flexible attendance. Our 30-credit curriculum includes: • • • • • •
Core Real Estate Courses Real Estate Markets, Institutions and Practices Real Estate Finance Advance Real Estate Investments and Valuation Seminar in International Real Estate Real Estate Law
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Real Estate Development Real Estate Market Analysis Corporate Real Estate Management Corporate Financial Management Global Real Estate Capital Markets
Courses are subject to change.
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS 1. Hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university (a business degree is not required). 2. Have a 3.0 grade-point average (GPA) or better on upper-division coursework.
STUDENT DEMOGRAPHICS Demographics (based on previous four cohorts) Minimum Age: 21
3. Show high promise of success in graduate studies as determined by the faculty based upon a minimum score of 500 on the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or equivalent score on the Graduate Record Exam (GRE). • No GMAT/GRE required with four years of business-related work experience OR • An undergraduate degree (business, economics, engineering, construction management, or architecture) with a GPA of 3.25 or higher OR • A graduate degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA
Maximum Age: 64
4. Official transcripts, current résumé, and a statement of purpose must all be submitted to be considered.
Median Age: 28
5. Applicants whose studies were completed in a country whose official language is not English must demonstrate English proficiency by taking either the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS).
Residency: 77% domestic 23% international
ADDITIONAL PROGRAM/CAMPUS DETAILS • One of only four programs in the United States accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) • The program can be completed at the FIU Downtown on Brickell location, the heart of Miami’s financial district • Assignments incorporate live data from the real estate market • Students earn substantial credit toward the Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) designation, the MAI designation, and exemption from respective Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC) courses to receive state licensing
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• Receive hands-on training on software applications currently being used in the industry, including CoStar, Argus Enterprise, Microsoft Excel, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Site To Do Business (STDB), and @Risk Analytical Financial Software • Mentorship program with our advisory board members • Networking and educational events providing career development • Scholarships and other financial aid available
FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF BUSINESS PROGRAM TITLE AND OVERVIEW FSU Real Estate Program
COLLEGE OF BUSINESS
CONTACT INFORMATION FOR GENERAL INFORMATION AND INQUIRIES: Website: business.fsu.edu/ree Phone: (850) 644-4070 Email: ugprog@business.fsu.edu FOR GRADUATE PROGRAMS INFORMATION, INQUIRIES, AND ADMISSIONS: Website: graduatebusiness.fsu.edu Phone: (850) 644-6458 Email: gradprograms@business.fsu.edu
Established in the early 1970s in response to the rapidly growing employment opportunities in real estate, Florida State’s Real Estate Program is among the most successful in the nation. Our faculty members are among the most prominent in their field—collectively receiving high rankings for their research productivity. FSU offers the following degrees: Master of Business Administration (MBA) with Real Estate Specialization: Our MBA degree ranks number 16 among public institutions on U.S. News & World Report ’s 2019 list of Best Online Programs. The curriculum— offered in FSU’s online and on-campus MBA programs—provides a rigorous set of elective courses preparing students to effectively master the ever-changing real estate markets while advancing their management skills. Master of Science in Finance (MSF) with Real Estate Specialization: Our one-year, lockstep master’s program runs from June to May on campus and focuses on developing applied real estate finance and investment skills, increasing student earnings potential and opportunities in a competitive and highly rewarding industry. Bachelor of Science in Real Estate (BS-RE): Ranked as one of the top 10 programs in the country, our undergraduate program is one of the few nationwide to offer a Bachelor of Science in Real Estate. Our graduates are always in high demand by employers. Combined Bachelor of Science in Real Estate/Master of Science in Finance (BS-RE/MSF): This newly created option allows FSU real estate majors to get a jump-start on graduate school by streamlining coursework. PhD in Business Administration: The real estate faculty also provides support for our PhD Finance Major.
DEGREE & ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS Graduate Programs: Nine credit hours of real estate finance and investment are built into the curriculum as a specialization for the MBA (39 total credit hours) and MSF (32 total credit hours).
ANNUAL TUITION AND FEES UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAM:
Florida Residents ($215.55/credit hour) and Non-Florida Residents ($721.10/credit hour) ON-CAMPUS MBA AND MSF PROGRAMS:
Florida Residents ($479.32/credit hour; MBA total $18,693.48; MSF total $15,338.24) and Non-Florida Residents ($1,110.72/credit hour; MBA total $43,318.08; MSF total $36,543.04)
FSU accepts applications for its online MBA program by March 1 for summer entry, June 1 for fall entry, and Oct. 1 for spring entry. Part-time, on-campus MBA applications are due by June 1 for fall entry. Full-time, on-campus MBA applications are due June 1 for fall entry. Online and part-time MBA programs can be completed in seven semesters. The full-time MBA is one accelerated year of study. Learn more at mba.fsu.edu. Applications for the one-year MSF program are due March 1. Classes begin each June. Learn more at business.fsu.edu/MSF. Admission to FSU’s graduate business programs is highly competitive. The decision is based on a portfolio of qualifications, including prior academic performance, work experience, entrance exam scores (such as the GMAT or GRE), and letters of recommendation. The entrance exam is a university requirement that may be waived if an applicant meets certain criteria. For more information, see business.fsu.edu/waive. Undergraduate Program: In addition to required prerequisites, real estate majors complete courses in real estate principles, law, finance, investment, valuation, and market analysis. An elective course in urban planning and development is also available. Learn more at business.fsu.edu/ree.
ONLINE MBA PROGRAM:
STUDENT DEMOGRAPHICS
Florida Residents ($780.18/credit hour; total $30,427.02) and Non-Florida Residents ($810.24/credit hour; total $31,599.36)
Overall enrollment at FSU in fall 2019 was 42,876. The enrollment in the FSU College of Business was 6,240, and about 350 of these students (300 undergraduate and 50 graduate) major or specialize in real estate.
ADDITIONAL PROGRAM/CAMPUS DETAILS The FSU Real Estate Center (fsurealestate.com) serves to enhance the real estate program by expanding student learning opportunities; supporting faculty initiatives; and engaging the program’s alumni, academic, and professional constituencies. The center organizes and funds student and faculty activities that improve learning and discovery. This includes student and faculty involvement in conferences, forums, professional meetings, and case competitions; the administration of student scholarships and awards; the facilitation of mentoring, internships, and placement opportunities; and the support of research. More than 2,000 industry professionals, faculty, and students attend events organized by the center each year. The center maintains a policy of political nonadvocacy. The FSU College of Business is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International).
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BUILDING MAXIMUM POTENTIAL Blend Real Estate with Finance at the Florida State University College of Business and build yourself a broader set of career options. Specialize in Real Estate while pursuing an MBA online or a master’s degree in Finance on campus. Or, accelerate your studies in graduate Finance while still an undergraduate Real Estate major. Ranked and Relevant •
Top 10 among Real Estate programs at all universities
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Employment in the business and financial operations sector is expected to grow 10 percent over the next decade – faster than the average of other occupations
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Rapidly expanding career opportunities in real estate acquisitions and development, investment sales, leasing, property and asset management, valuation and capital market services
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Online Master of Business Administration (MBA) with Real Estate Specialization for working professionals
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COLLEGE OF BUSINESS Graduate Programs
Learn more at graduatebusiness.fsu.edu
GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY PROGRAM TITLE AND OVERVIEW Master of Interdisciplinary Studies in Urban Studies (MIS Urban Studies) The MIS in Urban Studies prepares students for professional and academic careers with specialized knowledge and skills in inclusive development, transit, economic resilience, and environmental sustainability over 18 months. Students develop a sophisticated understanding of urbanization and the making of cities.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Our flexible degree structure enables students to explore the issues and concerns shaping their interest in urban studies from a comparative perspective. They study cities and urbanization at scales ranging from the local to the global. Important themes include gentrification, affordable housing, job markets, community development, urban regional governance, mobility challenges, and urban impacts of climate change.
ADMISSIONS OFFICE:
MIS graduates are able to conduct rigorous urban research with clear policy relevance, imbued with a commitment to realizing more equitable and inclusive forms of urban development.
AYSEnroll@gsu.edu (O): 404-413-0021
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
URBAN STUDIES INSTITUTE Jean-Paul Addie, PhD, Graduate Programs Director urban@gsu.edu For additional program information visit: aysps.gsu.edu/program/ urban-studies-mis/
The MIS Urban Studies consists of 30 credit hours. We offer a core trajectory of shared courses, and students specialize through selection from a wide range of elective courses. • Core Courses (12 credits) Urban Theory & Praxis, Global Urban Trajectories, GIS, Statistics for Urban Social Science • Electives (12 credits) Options like Urban Environments, The American Built Environment, Urban Health, Social Policy, Population Dynamics, Law & Social Welfare, Metropolitan Atlanta, and many more • Capstone (6 credits) Professional or Research Track
ANNUAL TUITION AND FEES Cost per credit – In-state: $710 Out-of-state: $1,571 Registration fees vary based on the number of hours enrolled. Graduate Research Assistantships are available on a competitive basis (with tuition waiver) in addition to need-based financial aid. DEADLINES (Spring) Oct 1/Nov 1 (Fall) Feb 15/April 1/June 1
STUDENT DEMOGRAPHICS Student demographics for the 2019–2020 academic year (17 students enrolled) 64% female; 52% ethnic minorities; 29 average age; 47% currently employed
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Our graduate degree includes options for research and internships, thesis versus nonthesis options, and can be completed full time (in 18 months) or part time.
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A complete online application A personal essay GRE official scores (Reported to institution code 5251 or waiver request) Two letters of recommendation Official transcripts from all colleges or universities attended TOEFL/IELTS scores. For the TOEFL, GSU recommends that the applicant achieve a minimum score of 90 on the internet-based test. For the IELTS, a minimum overall band score of at least 7 is recommended. • Application fee: $50
ADDITIONAL PROGRAM/CAMPUS DETAILS The Urban Studies Institute at Georgia State University conducts top-level urban research, offers an innovative PhD and master’s curriculum, and engages with stakeholders in metropolitan Atlanta and other cities around the world. Research themes emphasize urban economic resilience, inclusive development, and environmental sustainability. The Institute was founded in 2017 as a university-wide priority initiative. It is housed in the Andrew Young School of Policy Studies, and its research and teaching engagements reach across the university. It is presently composed of seven tenured or tenure track faculty, four postdoctoral researchers, and over 25 affiliate faculty from a range of schools and disciplines. Atlanta is the fifth-largest concentration of higher education activity in the United States, and among the most diverse and rapidly growing metropolitan areas in the country, with GSU located in the heart of downtown. Atlanta is an urban “laboratory” for our students to gain hands-on experience in urban studies, research, community engagement, and subsequent employment opportunities. Georgia State University is a major research university with an enrollment of more than 50,000 students. The university is currently in the middle of a record $1 billion campus expansion. GSU is recognized as a national leader in student success and in graduating students from diverse backgrounds. In 2018, U.S. News & World Report ranked GSU as the second-most innovative school in the nation. The Andrew Young School of Policy Studies was ranked among the top 20 Best Graduate Schools for Public Affairs in the United States by the U.S. News & World Report. Its students, alumni, and faculty work to advance economic opportunity, human rights, and social justice around the world. In urban policy, the program was ranked eighth in the nation in 2018.
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GEORGIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM TITLE AND OVERVIEW The College of Design at Georgia Tech offers graduate students a collaborative educational experience to further careers in planning, design, and real estate development.
CONTACT INFORMATION SCHOOL OF CITY & REGIONAL PLANNING Johnnie Sawyer Academic Advisor II johnnie.sawyer@design.gatech.edu SCHOOL OF BUILDING CONSTRUCTION Tia Jewell Graduate Recruiter tia.jewell@design.gatech.edu
SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE
SCHOOL OF BUILDING CONSTRUCTION
SCHOOL OF CITY AND REGIONAL PLANNING
• Master of Architecture (M.Arch) • Master of Science (MS) in Architecture • Master of Science in Urban Design (MSUD) • Dual MCRP + M.Arch (w/ the School of City & Regional Planning) • PhD in Architecture
• Master of Real Estate Development (MRED) • Master of Science Building Construction and Facility Management (MSBCFM) • Professional Master’s in Occupational Safety and Health– Online (PMOSH) • Doctor of Philosophy with a Major in Building Construction (PhD)
• Master of City and Regional Planning (MCRP) • Master of Science in Geographic Information Science and Technology (MS-GIST) • MCRP + M.Arch (w/ the School of Architecture) • MCRP + MS-PP (w/ the School of Public Policy) • MCRP + MS-CE (w/ the School of Civil Engineering) • MCRP + Juris Doctor (w/ Georgia State University) • PhD in City and Regional Planning
SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE Robin Tucker Academic Advising Mgr robin.tucker@design.gatech.edu
ADMISSIONS & DEGREE REQUIREMENTS ANNUAL TUITION AND FEES Tuition and fees vary by program. For a complete list visit: www.bursar. gatech.edu/content/tuition-fees
Applications for graduate study require a number of supporting materials including three letters of recommendation (which are provided online) and other documents such as transcripts, test scores, and verification of lawful presence. To view a complete list of requirements for each degree program, visit: www.gradadmiss.gatech.edu/design.
STUDENT DEMOGRAPHICS OVERVIEW • Institution Type: Public • Undergraduate Students: 15,572 • Women: 5,915 (38.0%) • Men: 9,657 (62.0%) • Graduate Students: 13,798
STUDENTS • Ethnicity of Students from United States • 23.0% Asian • 7.6% Black/African American • 7.3% Hispanic/Latino • 4.1% Multi-race (not Hispanic/Latino) • 53.7% White • 4.1% Unknown • International Students: 9.0% from 127 countries
• First-Year Students Returning: 96.9% • Students Graduating within 4 Years: 39.1% • Graduates Offered Full-Time Employment within 6 Months: 90% • Graduates Pursuing Advanced Study Directly: 15.7%
ADDITIONAL PROGRAM DETAILS Atlanta is the fifth-largest concentration of higher education activity in the United States, and among the most diverse and rapidly growing metropolitan areas in the country, affording our students direct access to a vibrant laboratory for urban planning, building construction, and real estate development, along with a rich menu of prospective employment opportunities. Because we are a part of Georgia Tech, technology is an essential part of our work, as is research. We use the design process to develop new technologies, anticipate the future of buildings and environments, and change the way people experience their immediate surroundings. Apply to one of our degree programs and join one of the world’s premier research universities consistently ranking among the top 10 public universities in the country by U.S. News & World Report and the top five technological universities in the United States by Times Higher Education.
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IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY PROGRAM TITLE AND OVERVIEW Iowa State University’s Master of Real Estate Development
CONTACT INFORMATION NICK SLOAN, MBA Assistant Director of Graduate Recruitment Iowa State University Ivy College of Business 515-243-3387 njsloan@iastate.edu www.ivybusiness.iastate.edu/masters/
Iowa State University’s Master of Real Estate Development prepares students for career success in today’s real estate industry. Jointly created by the College of Design, Ivy College of Business, and industry leaders, the Iowa State program offers essential academic training, networking opportunities, and collaboration with leading academics and practitioners to solve real-world problems. Areas of study include real estate market analysis, finance, investments, leadership and negotiation, fundamentals of the built environment, construction science, and urban planning. Professionals from industry provide mentoring opportunities for our students.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS The program is a coursework-only degree and can be completed in 21 months. It includes 33 credit hours of cohort-based learning. Eight courses are online distance courses delivered asynchronously, and three courses are taught in a one-week, campus-residency format and synchronous. The degree includes 10 required core courses and an elective selected from either the College of Design or the Ivy College of Business. Of the 10 core courses, three are core competency courses, one of which may be waived at the discretion of the Director of Graduate Education if a student has had previous extensive undergraduate or graduate coursework in that field.
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS ANNUAL TUITION AND FEES $890/credit hour
Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree and two or more years of professional work experience. A 3.0 GPA is preferred. Application materials include a résumé, transcripts, two letters of recommendation, and a statement of purpose.
STUDENT DEMOGRAPHICS The Iowa State University program attracts students from across the country who have already earned a bachelor’s degree. Preference is given to individuals with work experience in a real estate–related industry.
ADDITIONAL PROGRAM/CAMPUS DETAILS The Iowa State University program, the only one in the Midwest to be offered in a blended format that includes a mix of online learning and brief campus residencies, is perfect for working professionals. You will learn alongside other experienced real estate professionals and receive academic and practical training in current industry practices. Our program has elements of MBA training with training in leadership, negotiation, and business communication while focusing on the real estate industry. The Iowa State program has a dedicated advisory council that includes industry professionals. They are engaged and enthusiastic partners who work with faculty to develop the course content. With the expertise of internationally known faculty from both the College of Design and the Ivy College of Business, you will acquire a deeper understanding of real estate markets. The Iowa State program will enhance your skills, enabling greater success and productivity in your current work, as well as build your skill set so that you can pursue career advancement. It will provide you with the personal and professional achievement of earning a master’s degree, while still working in your profession.
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Choose the program that leads to career success The Iowa State University master of real estate development (MRED) program: is one of the few programs in the nation to offer a multidisciplinary approach including business, design, and construction curriculum includes a mentoring program that pairs each incoming student with a member of our industry advisory council according to the student’s interest builds networking opportunities between MRED students, other working professionals, and industry experts is led by the Ivy College of Business in partnership with the nationally-ranked Iowa State University College of Design
Apply by July 1. Explore Ivy — a college on the move. ivybusiness.iastate.edu/masters/mred
College of Design
Laura Peters (‘98 landscape architecture) MRED student
MIT CENTER FOR REAL ESTATE PROGRAM TITLE AND OVERVIEW Master of Science in Real Estate Development (MSRED) Program
CONTACT INFORMATION TRICIA NESTI Academic Administrator tnesti@mit.edu 617-253-8308
The one-year MSRED Program prepares men and women for rewarding, responsible leadership positions in the real estate industry. The course of study is rigorous, balanced, and grounded in professional practice to help students achieve a broad understanding of all aspects of real estate. Small class sizes and an emphasis on team projects help students with differing levels of experience and expertise learn from one another. The curriculum is a demanding course of study that balances theory with practice and focuses on the real and practical needs of the industry, a defining characteristic of an MIT education. The program also benefits from MIT’s interdisciplinary tradition, which encourages academic work that transcends departmental boundaries. The student body generally reflects the mix of professions within the industry.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS ANNUAL TUITION AND FEES Tuition for 2019–2020 is $78,891 for fall, spring, and summer terms. Estimated living costs for a single student are a minimum of $18,000 in the Boston area.
STUDENT DEMOGRAPHICS The typical class profile of an MSRED cohort: • 25–30 men and women; average age of 30 • Geographically diverse, 30%–60% international • Diverse professional backgrounds (planning, development, finance, construction, architecture, construction management, design, law, consulting, brokerage, etc.)
Students must successfully complete seven core courses, required elective units, and a thesis. Students are required to maintain a 4.0/5.0 GPA. Core and elective courses include topic areas such as finance, economics, development, engineering, mixed-income housing, leadership, entrepreneurship, negotiation, securitization, innovation, and international housing.
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS The MSRED application deadline is January 15. A complete application package consists of: • • • • • • • • •
Online Graduate Application form with application fee Statement of Objectives Three letters of recommendation: two professional and one academic Official academic transcript(s) GMAT or GRE score TOEFL or IELTS score (as applicable) Professional résumé (3–5 years’ experience in a real estate–related field required) Financial Aid Application Optional portfolio/work sample
Since 2017 the MSRED Program has offered the Young Leaders Program. Participants make up, at most, 10% of the student cohort each year. Exceptional individuals with fewer than three years’ experience in the real estate industry may be invited to the MSRED Program as a Young Leader. Young Leader applicants must: • • • •
Demonstrate exceptional academic performance Perform exceptionally on requisite exams Provide in their Statement a rationale for their candidacy and interest in the Young Leaders Program Indicate on the online application their intention to be considered for the Young Leaders Program
For Young Leaders, variances from required application materials may include: • Letters of recommendation may instead be: two academic, one professional • Professional résumé required if the applicant possesses professional work experience
ADDITIONAL PROGRAM/CAMPUS DETAILS Financial assistance is available in the form of Fellowships and Fellow Programs. The MSRED Program participates in the Yellow Ribbon Award in conjunction with the Office of Veteran’s Affairs. Traditionally an 11-month program, students have the option to defer completing the summer thesis until the following fall term for a 16-month program option. The MSRED Program offers an internship elective during the summer term, which may be counted toward degree requirements. The CRE, through its professional partnerships, has a robust program offering of quality career development and experiential learning opportunities. MSRED students participate in experiential learning through winter externships, summer internships, and project-based learning. Career development opportunities include skills workshops, individual counseling, industry presentations, access to alumni network, networking contacts, and panel and conference events.
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NOTRE DAME FITZGERALD INSTITUTE FOR REAL ESTATE PROGRAM TITLE AND OVERVIEW The newly launched Notre Dame Fitzgerald Institute for Real Estate is dedicated to educating and inspiring the next generation of real estate professionals and focused on fundamental questions about how we invest, build, and develop contributes to the common good. Building upon Notre Dame’s world-class faculty, global alumni network, and distinctive Catholic mission, the Institute is committed to
CONTACT INFORMATION MANAGING DIRECTOR Jason Arnold jasonarnold@nd.edu PROGRAM DIRECTOR Eugenio Acosta eacosta2@nd.edu FACULTY DIRECTOR Daniel Kelly daniel.kelly@nd.edu General program information realestate.nd.edu realestate@nd.edu 574-631-6242
• interdisciplinary curriculum combining theory and practice while emphasizing ethics, integrity, and moral dimension; • rigorous research that engages with industry and public policy; and • the idea that real estate involves a call to create places of lasting value. Minor in Real Estate: Students enrolled in the new Minor learn the fundamental aspects of real estate, network with industry professionals, and gain exposure to a wide range of career paths. The 15-credit Minor is open to all Notre Dame undergraduates and prepares them for internships and full-time jobs while developing the critical skills for future leadership roles in the real estate industry. Graduate Programs: Graduate and professional students have access to MBA-level real estate classes through the Notre Dame Mendoza College of Business, as well as classes through the Program of Study in Real Estate Law at the Notre Dame Law School. Given high demand from our alumni and employers, the Institute is developing additional graduate and executive programs.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS In partnership with Notre Dame’s Mendoza College of Business—ranked as one of the nation’s top undergraduate business schools—the Institute’s new Minor in Real Estate was opened to all undergraduates beginning in fall 2019. The interdisciplinary curriculum requires 15 credits, and the structure is sequenced across three areas that combine theory, applied learning, and skills training: Introductory Course: Real Estate Fundamentals provides an introduction to real estate including land use patterns and regulation, real estate finance, valuation, real estate law, brokerage and transfers, urban economics, and development. Electives: Students must complete 9 credits (with at least 3 credits in business and at least 3 credits outside of business) from nearly 20 interdisciplinary electives across the following university colleges and schools: • • • •
STUDENT DEMOGRAPHICS Located in South Bend and near Chicago, Notre Dame has an enrollment of 8,617 undergraduate students and 3,990 professional and graduate students. The Minor cohort is composed of over 100 undergraduate students with 34 percent women and 66 percent men. Minor students have interdisciplinary backgrounds across finance 40 percent economics 20 percent architecture 10 percent and a wide variety of other degrees 30 percent.
College of Arts and Letters College of Business College of Engineering School of Architecture
Industry Colloquia: Students must complete two 1.5-credit industry-based seminars to learn about the various fields and professional opportunities within real estate: Finance, Investment, and Law + Development, Design, and Construction. To learn more about this and our other educational programs, visit: realestate.nd.edu/education.
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS For more information on admissions, including tuition and fees, visit: admissions.nd.edu.
ADDITIONAL PROGRAM/CAMPUS DETAILS Students: Over 250 students across three real estate clubs (undergraduate, MBA, and Law School) participate in experiential learning, skills training and workshops, panel and conference events, career treks, and global professional experience, and with other university institutes and centers as well as local industry and government. Alumni: Our students are connected with industry professionals in all major U.S. markets, that include over 1,000 top Notre Dame alumni at leading firms, such as Rockefeller Group, J.P. Morgan, Eastdil Secured, CBRE, JLL, RAMSA, Blackrock, Jaguar Growth Partners, Annaly Capital, Heitman, Toll Brothers, Related Midwest, and many more. Research: The Fitzgerald Institute brings together over 40 affiliated faculty from multiple disciplines across the university including Architecture, Arts and Letters, Business, Engineering, and Law. Our faculty pursue research and scholarly projects using cutting-edge theoretical and empirical analysis to understand real estate and real estate markets. Our research seeks to inform the academy, industry, and public policy in these critical impact areas: Investment & Markets | Housing & Communities | Technology & Construction | Church Properties
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Creating Places of Lasting Value Real Estate is fundamental to Global Prosperity & Human Flourishing R E A L E S TAT E . N D . E D U
PENN STATE SMEAL COLLEGE OF BUSINESS PROGRAM TITLE AND OVERVIEW Master of Science in Real Estate Analysis and Development (MS-READ) A STEM-Designated Degree that Prepares You for the Commercial Real Estate Industry
CONTACT INFORMATION
Gain the special analytical tools and techniques unique to the real estate industry with a STEM-designated master’s degree from the AACSB-accredited and internationally ranked Penn State Smeal College of Business. In just one year, emerge with the skill set to succeed in careers such as commercial real estate analyst, real estate portfolio management, real estate researcher, commercial lender, and more.
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN REAL ESTATE ANALYSIS & DEVELOPMENT
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
Smeal College of Business The Pennsylvania State University 220 Business Building University Park, PA 16802-3603 Phone: 814-863-0474 Email: msread@smeal.psu.edu
This 32-credit master’s program will provide students a solid foundation in the concepts associated with real estate finance, investment, and development analysis as well as quantitative research methods that are needed to solve problems in the real estate industry. The program starts with web resident courses in the summer and spans two academic semesters divided into seven-week modules to provide an immersive study of course content.
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS The Penn State Smeal MS-READ Program features a multistep application process, during which you will be asked to submit the following:
ANNUAL TUITION AND FEES Tuition is determined by Penn State University and is based on the graduate rate for students in the category of Business, EMS, Science, IST, and Engineering. The rate for Pennsylvania residents in 2019–2020 is $23,424 per academic year, and the rate for non-Pennsylvania residents is $39,216. Tuition rates for the upcoming academic year are set by mid-summer. For more information, visit tuition.psu.edu.
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Letters of Recommendation (2) $65 Application Fee Visa Application (International Candidates) Official English Language Proficiency Exam Scores (International Candidates)
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Financial Aid
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STUDENT DEMOGRAPHICS Penn State Smeal MS-READ students benefit from a wide variety of perspectives and experiences that strengthen the culture, community, and learning environment. Our current class is made up of a mix of men and women with an average age of 28 and with educational backgrounds in accounting, engineering, and finance.
ADDITIONAL PROGRAM/CAMPUS DETAILS • World-Class Faculty: Faculty in the Smeal Department of Real Estate are accomplished educators and leading researchers, ranking among the top five globally for academic excellence. • Exclusive Access: As a student of the MS-READ Program, you will benefit from Smeal’s Institute for Real Estate Studies, a privately sponsored research institution that fosters discussion and research between academicians and business professionals in the area of real estate and provides a focal point for real estate education at Penn State, including real estate investment boot camps and internship opportunities. • No. 1 Alumni Network: Penn State has the largest Alumni Association in the country. In whatever organizations you join—in whatever industries—there will undoubtedly be a network of Penn Staters there as well, ready to lend a hand and open the doors to future opportunity. • Dual Degree: Combine your MS-READ degree with a secondary master’s in areas such as accounting, finance, or management. By waiving overlapping courses, you can earn two degrees and two graduate certificates in only two years. • Voted Best College Town: The Penn State Smeal MS-READ Program is based in the Business Building on the Penn State University Park campus in State College, Pennsylvania. State College has been ranked as one of the nation’s most livable communities by Kiplinger’s and among the best college towns by the American Institute for Economic Research.
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Become a Data Expert in Commercial Real Estate Earn your Master of Science in Real Estate Analysis & Development from the Penn State Smeal College of Business in one year and gain the institutional knowledge and research methods to solve today’s industry challenges.
Institute for Real Estate Studies
STEM Designated
Engage with real estate leaders in real estate investment boot camps and internship opportunities
Attract employers and extend your work in the U.S. by 24 months for international graduates
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Dual Degree
Learn from faculty who rank among the top 5 globally for academic excellence
Combine your degree with a secondary master’s in accounting, finance, or management at Smeal
Apply today to begin in May 2020: smeal.psu.edu/realestate Master of Science in Real Estate Analysis & Development Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Nondiscrimination: https://policy.psu.edu/policies/ad85 U Ed BUS 20-55. LD0919
THOMAS JEFFERSON UNIVERSITY PROGRAM TITLE AND OVERVIEW College of Architecture and the Built Environment Our graduate students benefit from a wide variety of program offerings as they work toward personalized and specialized degrees. Our curricula emphasize specialized knowledge unique to each discipline, paired with interprofessional collaboration that prepares students for practice in the global market. Our graduate programs include the following:
CONTACT INFORMATION JAIMIE PARTRIDGE Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions Jaimie.Partridge@Jefferson.edu 215-951-0196
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Master of Architecture MS in Architecture MS in Construction Management MS in Geospatial Technology for Geodesign MS in Historic Preservation MS in Interior Architecture MS in Real Estate Development MS in Sustainable Design
We also offer dual degree programs, certificates, and online options for some disciplines at the graduate level.
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS Our graduate programs require the following:
ANNUAL TUITION AND FEES Currently, our graduate programs are billed on a per credit basis. The per credit cost for the 2019 year was $1,310. Total credits for our various programs range from 30 to 100, and programs can be completed in one to three-plus years depending on the student’s preferred course load and background education. Graduate assistantships are available and applicants with a GPA of 3.25 or above are encouraged to apply.
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All official undergraduate transcripts (including proof of degree) Résumé or CV Personal essay Two letters of recommendation Some programs also require or encourage a portfolio
STUDENT DEMOGRAPHICS Our student body is as unique as our program offerings. We host graduate students from the region, the nation, and the world. They tend to be recent college graduates or professionals who are eager to advance or change their careers.
ADDITIONAL PROGRAM/CAMPUS DETAILS The College of Architecture and the Built Environment at Jefferson is dedicated to educating future leaders in the architecture, interior architecture, historic preservation, sustainable design, construction management, geodesign, and real estate development fields. Our lush, green campus, adjacent to the historic Fairmount Park system, is just minutes from Center City. We use Philadelphia—the only designated UNESCO World Heritage City in the United States—as our urban lab, giving students collaborative, hands-on experience in a major metropolitan area with thriving design and construction industries.
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CREATING THE NEXT GENERATION OF GREAT DEVELOPERS College of Architecture and the Built Environment
At Jefferson, we prepare students to be leaders in the real estate profession, and to address the significant built environment challenges of the 21st century— sustainability, gentrification, the decline of brick and mortar retail, and more. Learn more about our graduate certificates and masters programs including Architecture, Real Estate Development, Geodesign, and Sustainable Design.
Now accepting applications for Fall 2020! Apply today at Jefferson.edu/JoinCABE
TULANE UNIVERSITY PROGRAM TITLE AND OVERVIEW Master of Sustainable Real Estate Development (MSRED)
CONTACT INFORMATION CASIUS PEALER MSRED Director Shane Professor of Practice cpealer@tulane.edu 504-865-5389
The Master of Sustainable Real Estate Development (MSRED) degree is an interdisciplinary one-year graduate program that prepares students from diverse backgrounds to become effective and influential participants in the fields of real estate finance, design, and development. We equip our graduates with a blended education in business, economics, sustainable design, urbanism, and legal issues. The MSRED degree is practice-oriented and emphasizes opportunities for students to gain experience and build a professional network in innovative forprofit, nonprofit, and public settings.
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SRED 6100 Introduction to Real Estate Finance & Economics SRED 6140 Introduction to Real Estate Finance Products SRED 6210 Legal Issues in Real Estate Development SRED 6220 Sustainable Urbanism SRED 6230 Real Estate Finance SRED 6240 Applied Urban Economics SRED 6740 Directed Research (capstone)
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Additionally, students choose two or three elective courses to enhance their understanding of specific topics, including:
Total program cost (2019–2020): $72,900
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Summer: $16,000, including fees and Urban Field Study Fall/Spring: $28,450 per semester, including fees and ULI trip
SRED 6540 Building Performance & Energy Benchmarking SRED 6550 Community Development Finance SRED 6560 Business of Real Estate ARCH 6212 Construction Materials & Methods ARCH 6764 New Orleans Geography
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS Applications open September 15; first round applications close January 15; decision letters sent by March 1. Required materials: completed online application, GRE or GMAT scores, current résumé, statement of interest, two letters of recommendation or mentor interviews. International students + TOEFL and online interview. Application fee: $0
STUDENT DEMOGRAPHICS Student demographics for the 2019–2020 academic year (19 students enrolled): • 42% female; 58% students of color; 27 average age; 50% from outside Louisiana; 15% international students • 3.32 undergraduate GPA; 154 Verbal GRE; 153 Quantitative GRE • Approximately 40% of our students come from design/planning, 40% from business/management, and 20% other.
ADDITIONAL PROGRAM/CAMPUS DETAILS Tulane’s MSRED program includes two domestic field study trips (summer and fall), an optional fall semester paid internship with local firms, and a final capstone research project in coordination with an external partner. Two-year dual degree programs exist with both the MBA and M.Arch degree programs, and part-time enrollment in MSRED is possible. Classes are held on Tulane’s historic Uptown campus, across the street from 350-acre Audubon Park and with easy access to the St. Charles Avenue streetcar.
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UNIVERSITY COLLEGE LONDON (UCL) PROGRAM TITLE AND OVERVIEW MSc Healthcare Facilities
CONTACT INFORMATION MSc Healthcare Facilities e.chrysikou@ucl.ac.uk +44 (0) 203 108 6461 MSc Learning Environments j.boys@ucl.ac.uk +44(0)20 3108 5921
You’ll gain valuable insight and expertise on how the architectural, engineering, technological, economic, social, and policy dimensions come together in successful health care facilities planning, design, delivery, and management. You’ll develop multidisciplinary skill sets, critical thinking, and a deeper understanding of how the health care environment is planned, designed, and managed. The MSc will prepare you for an important and rewarding career in the sectors related to health care facilities, such as health care planning, architecture, construction, or in the capital/estates and facilities departments of health care services. • It is the only multidisciplinary programme of its type available in the UK. • This course will provide you with the opportunity to visit health care facilities, learn from experts, and interact alongside other experienced students to gain insights into the planning, designing, delivery, and managing of health care facilities. You’ll build a unique network as you learn amongst your international peers.
MSc Learning Environments This is an innovative programme that focuses on the creation, renewal, and management of sustainable learning environments for positive educational and social outcomes. Educational places from early years, primary and secondary schools, to college, universities, through to learning on the job and lifelong learning, are the focus.
ANNUAL TUITION AND FEES Tuition fees (2020/21) UK/EU: £14,320 (Full Time) £7,090 (Part Time) Overseas: £26,890 (Full Time) £13,390 (Part Time) Fees for flexible, modular study are charged pro rata to the appropriate full-time Master’s fee taken in an academic session.
Themes covered include the expanding investment in education worldwide, innovative modes of teaching and learning, the changing impact of digital technologies on learning environments, and the interplay of teachers, pupils/students, and physical facilities in improving learning, shaping communities, and advancing the institutional mission. It • Develops an advanced interdisciplinary knowledge of learning environments, bringing together policy, design, estates, and pedagogic perspectives and agendas • Offers a variety of routes, for adapting to your own personal and career interests and intentions; and • Enables you to deal effectively with complex issues by honing your problem-definition and problem-solving abilities.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS MSC HEALTHCARE FACILITIES Normal minimum qualifications are a 2:1 Bachelor’s degree from a UK university or an overseas qualification of equivalent standard. A second acceptable qualification is a second-class bachelor’s degree or lower, with substantial knowledge, demonstrable competence, and a skill set related to management, policy, investment, or design practice in health care investment, design, or management, in addition to their academic qualification. MSC LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS Normally a minimum of a second-class UK bachelor’s degree in an appropriate subject, or an overseas qualification of equivalent standard. Candidates who hold a professional or other qualification obtained by written examinations and approved by UCL together with at least three years of appropriate professional experience may also be admitted.
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS 1. Completed application form with an application fee. 2. Two references from people who are able to comment on your suitability for the programme for which you are applying. 3. Transcripts (in English) for all qualifications that are relevant to your application. 4. English language certificate (if applicable). 5. Personal statement expressing your interest in the program and reasons for applying.
ADDITIONAL PROGRAM/CAMPUS DETAILS Studying with us is about the bigger picture. It’s about excelling at an individual discipline within the context of many others, and discovering specialisms, themes, and passions that take you where you want to be, wherever you are in your education or career. Studying at The Bartlett means studying the built environment in one of the most exciting and inspiring cities. London is home to many of Europe’s leading built environment employers, and a laboratory for new ideas in design, planning, development, and sustainability. It’s close to world-leading architectural, engineering and creative practices, and the centre of real estate development, finance, and investment activity.
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Study at one of the top institutions in the world for Architecture & Built Environment subjects in London The Bartlett Real Estate Institute is a new global institute that is rethinking the traditional view of real estate. We offer MSc programmes, short courses and research opportunities that will enable you to critically evaluate real estate within its wider societal, economic and environmental context. Running new courses focusing speciďŹ cally on learning environments and healthcare facilities. Immerse yourself into how they contribute to a better community, society and economy.
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UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI PROGRAM TITLE AND OVERVIEW Master of Real Estate Development + Urbanism (MRED+U)
CONTACT INFORMATION CHARLES BOHL, PHD Director cbohl@miami.edu, 305-284-4420 NATALIE BIXBY Manager nbixby@miami.edu, 305-284-4420 NICOLE HEJAZI Graduate Adviser nhejazi@miami.edu, 305-284-3060
For more information visit our website: miami.edu/mredu
ANNUAL TUITION AND FEES For current tuition and fees please refer to the Office of Student Account Services website (https:// osas.miami.edu/). The MRED+U program offers competitive tuition scholarships to full-time students admitted to the MRED+U program. Scholarships vary in amount and are awarded based on the qualifications of applicants and the recommendations of the MRED+U Admissions Committee. Priority will be given to applications received prior to the December 1st deadline. All full-time students are also eligible for Graduate Assistantships, which provide experience in the form of teaching assistantships, research initiatives, publications, or other program activities.
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The Master of Real Estate Development + Urbanism is an immersive one-year interdisciplinary graduate program that blends the fundamentals of real estate development with livable community design. The curriculum draws on the strengths of the University of Miami’s Schools of Architecture, Business, Engineering, and Law, combining coursework and case study projects in real estate development, finance, market analysis, construction, architecture, urban design, law, and entrepreneurship. Students are immersed in one of the world’s most dynamic real estate markets through a rigorous curriculum enriched by a wide range of events and initiatives, including speaker series, study tours, the annual Real Estate Impact Conference, research initiatives and networking events. The prestigious MRED+U Advisory Board connects students with 60 industry leaders who are directly engaged in the program as lecturers, mentors, and advisers, providing access to dozens of cutting-edge projects from every real estate sector, internship and employment opportunities.
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS • Completed application form with an application fee. • A letter or statement expressing your interest in the program and reasons for applying. • A bachelor of arts or equivalent degree with a 3.0 cumulative grade point average. Official transcripts of all college and university courses taken. • Official GRE (minimum 300) or GMAT (minimum 550). Waiver requests will be considered with five or more years of relevant work experience. • For international applicants and/or those whose native language is not English: 80 TOEFL score or 6.5 IELTS. • Two letters of recommendation (at least one academic and one professional). • Current résumé.
STUDENT DEMOGRAPHICS On average, 70% of incoming MRED+U students are from the United States with the remaining 30% from South America, Asia, and Europe. MRED+U students come from a variety of educational and professional backgrounds including business, finance, law, architecture, planning, and related fields. All have a keen interest in real estate development and the challenges and opportunities for creating livable communities.
ADDITIONAL PROGRAM/CAMPUS DETAILS The MRED+U Program is based in the School of Architecture on the beautiful University of Miami campus in Coral Gables, celebrated as “The City Beautiful.” The MRED+U Mentorship Program provides students with a one-on-one advisory relationship and dialog with senior industry professionals. The MRED+U Internship Program provides students with opportunities to explore different areas of the real estate industry while gaining valuable, practical experience. With the active support of the MRED+U Advisory Board, the internship program provides a high-quality, structured experience for students. MRED+U students are presented with an extensive range of opportunities to participate in major conferences, events, and networking opportunities made possible through the MRED+U Advisory Board. Students have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with Advisory Board members, their colleagues, and our growing network of alumni through office and site visits, in class lectures, and the MRED+U Lecture Series. Dual degree and certificate options are available combining the MRED+U with degree programs in Construction Management, Architecture, and Urban Design.
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UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON PROGRAM TITLE AND OVERVIEW Master of Science in Real Estate
CONTACT INFORMATION PROF. SOFIA DERMISI Director of Graduate Programs Email: sdermisi@uw.edu Telephone: (206) 543-0756 MELISSA BEST Program Manager Email: redept@uw.edu Telephone: (206) 685-8020
The program focuses on preparing students for future leadership roles within the real estate industry. The program combines academic rigor with commercial relevance and is taught by leading real estate faculty and accomplished affiliate instructors with significant professional experience. This is an 18-month program that allows students to specialize in corporate real estate, development, or finance and investment, or jointly in corporate real estate and finance as well as development and finance. Small class sizes allow for heightened interaction with faculty and a number of opportunities to participate in intercollegiate competitions. Students are required to complete an internship if they have no relevant experience in the past or currently. Students are provided support in their internship pursuits although placement is not done through the department per se.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS Program length: 18 months = 5 quarters Total credits Single Specialty Option: 60 Total credits Dual Specialty Option: 75 Students can specialize in a Single Specialty Option: Corporate Real Estate, Development, and Finance and Investment or in a Dual Specialty Option: Corporate Real Estate and Finance or Development and Finance
ANNUAL TUITION AND FEES Resident: $6,159 per quarter, 5 quarters = $30,795 Nonresident: $12,565 per quarter, 5 quarters = $62,825
The credit breakdown includes: Core courses: 33 credits Single Specialty Option: 15 credits Dual Specialty Option: 30 credits Electives (Real Estate & interdisciplinary): 12 credits Internship is required for those not working currently in the real estate industry
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS Our admission decisions are based on a comprehensive review of all the material provided by an applicant (transcripts, goal statement/statement of purpose, letters of recommendation, résumé, and work experience if they have been in a relevant industry) and not exclusively on their transcript. GPA—over 3.0; TOEFL ibt—92 or higher recommended; GRE—minimums are not set, but consistency and high scores across all subject areas are recommended.
STUDENT DEMOGRAPHICS Average Age: 29; Average work experience in real estate: 3 years; Geographical distribution: Washington state 50%, US 20%, and International 30%; Educational background, BA & BS: Business, Econ & Finance (31%), Built Environments (27%), Arts & Humanities (18%), STEM (16%), and Law (8%)
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CORENET GLOBAL INC. PROGRAM TITLE AND OVERVIEW Corporate real estate (CRE) professionals have strategic responsibility for their corporations’ total real estate footprint of owned and leased space. They are charged with anticipating and responding to a corporation’s property needs as a result of business growth, expansion, or contraction. Wherever someone finds themselves on their career journey—from students (or those who teach them) to early-, mid-, and experienced-stage—CoreNet Global has resources to help.
CONTACT INFORMATION www.corenetglobal.org 404-589-3200 learning@corenetglobal.org
Having literally written the book on corporate real estate, The Essential Guide to Corporate Real Estate, and developed a lecture series and several case studies aligned to the book, there is no greater resource for those who are new to corporate real estate. For those with more experience, CoreNet Global offers designation programs that are recognized globally as marks of distinction and excellence in the corporate real estate profession and consist of proven content delivered by seasoned practitioners. The curricula are designed to expand CRE knowledge as well as performance and productivity.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS Requirements vary.
ADDITIONAL CERTIFICATION INFORMATION Specific designation programs for professionals include:
ANNUAL TUITION AND FEES Fees vary by program.
DEMOGRAPHICS CoreNet Global membership spans the globe with 73 percent in North/ Latin America; 12 percent in EMEA; 15 percent in AsiaPac. About 22 percent of members are under the age of 35.
Qualified Professional of Corporate Real Estate (QPCR)–A virtual, self-paced program designed to help you build a strong foundation in corporate real estate, enhance your business and leadership skills, and develop your professional network. This unique designation gives you what you need to succeed (best for those new in their career or to the real estate profession and professionals with less than five years of CRE experience). Master of Corporate Real Estate (MCR)–CoreNet Global’s MCR designation is well recognized throughout the real estate profession for outstanding faculty, high-quality instruction, and current content. The MCR designation provides essential skills that focus on critical business issues and the mission of the corporate real estate organization in relation to enterprise goals (designed for those with five or more years of experience, MCR participants gain a deeper understanding of CRE, with the ability to immediately apply learnings to their everyday jobs). Additional professional development is available outside of specific designation programs through these programs and through CoreNet Global Summits and chapter events.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REGARDING YOUR ORGANIZATION’S EDUCATION OPTIONS Real-World Value for Participants Delivered by experienced practitioners and leading experts, CoreNet Global education provides participants with the ability to • understand how CRE fits into the corporate enterprise; and
• apply CRE best practices and practical approaches to their current or future work.
In addition, employees with experience can: • Select specialized professional development seminars or Summit sessions to hone skills unique to specific roles within CRE; and
• solve problems in small groups with peers and faculty from various roles across the CRE profession.
Real-World Value for Employers Supporting employee involvement in the CoreNet Global professional designation programs provides unparalleled benefits to organizations. Employers are able to • ensure their CRE staff have state-of-the-art knowledge of proven approaches to supporting business strategy, reducing costs, mitigating financial and other risks, and leveraging real estate to attract and retain employees; • develop employee skill sets, enabling them to utilize practical approaches successfully applied elsewhere;
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• ensure CRE staff have a common language and understanding of the profession yielding consistent communications between service providers and end users/occupiers; and • utilize highly focused curriculum content to supplement or replace the development of in-house training courses.
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