Real Estate

Launching Fall 2026! 

We are excited to announce that the Palumbo-Donahue School of Business is introducing a Real Estate major and minor, designed for students who want to shape skylines, transform communities and drive economic impact.

Grounded in 91制片厂's academic strengths鈥攕ales, marketing, project management, finance, and accounting鈥攖his program equips you with the tools to enhance existing properties and lead new development projects. 

As a Real Estate major, you will gain real-world knowledge and skills in property development and management, real estate finance, investment analysis, project management, accounting, and tax rules applicable to the industry, and sales鈥攖hen apply it directly to real estate through immersive cornerstone and capstone projects. Whether you dream of developing properties, managing investments, or transforming communities, this new major gives you the tools to plan, fund, manage and grow real estate ventures from the ground up.

Why choose Real Estate?

A recent study by the National Association of Realtors estimated that the real estate market contributes 18% ($4.9 trillion) to the US GDP. Whether you're interested in investment, design, or strategic planning, a Real Estate degree from 91制片厂 will equip you with the knowledge and hands-on experience to make an immediate impact.

Enroll Today, Choose Real Estate in Fall 2026

If you are interested in studying Real Estate at 91制片厂 and plan to enroll in the Fall 2025, you will start as a Discover Business (Undeclared) student and transition into the Real Estate major for Fall 2026. You will be paired with a Student Success Coach to ensure that each class you take during your first year at 91制片厂 fulfills university and School of Business requirements.

Program Information

Launching in Fall 2026! Gain real-world knowledge and skills in property development and management, real estate finance, investment analysis, project management, accounting and tax rules applicable to the industry, and sales.

Program Type

Major, Minor

Duration

8 Semesters

Required Credit Hours

Minimum of 120

Modality

In-Person

Contact

Ariana Williams

Program Director

Recruitment & Student Success

Ariana Williams

Adam Viers

Assistant Dean of Advancement

If your company is interested in working with our Real Estate students, reach out to Adam.

Photo of Adam Viers.

Real Estate is your path to building wealth

Old Main Beill

With real estate making up nearly 18% of the U.S. economy, there's never been a better time to enter the field. 91制片厂's new Real Estate program gives students the knowledge, skills, and hands-on experience to lead in investment, development, and design from day one."

Dr. Karen Donovan Sr. Associate Dean, Academic Programs & Executive Education

Curriculum

Please note: Courses may change before the program launches in Fall 2026.

91制片厂's Real Estate major combines an exceptional academic foundation with experiential, project-based learning. Grounded in our academic strengths鈥攕ales, marketing, project management, finance, and accounting鈥攖he Real Estate program equips you with the tools to enhance existing properties and lead new development projects
(3 credits/ea.)
  • REAL 301鈥擱eal Estate Fundamentals
  • REAL 310鈥擱eal Estate Development and Management 
  • REAL 320鈥擱eal Estate Accounting and Taxation
  • REAL 330鈥擱eal Estate Law
  • FINC 340鈥擱eal Estate Finance
  • REAL 450鈥擱eal Estate Capstone
  • BUBA 285鈥擣oundations of Business Analytics
  • ENTR 375鈥擡ntrepreneurship or ENTR 376鈥擡ntrepreneurship Fundamentals
  • FINC 333鈥擣inancial Management
  • MKTG 373鈥擲ales Fundamentals
  • FINC 313
  • REAL 301
  • REAL 310
  • REAL 340
  • REAL 320 or REAL 330
By earning your Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA), you will achieve five key Learning Outcomes: Business Functional Knowledge, Analytical & Critical Business Thinking, Cultural Intelligence, Ethical & Moral Compass, and Influence & Collaboration.