Real Estate Degree
Follow your passion for finance, economics and investment while gaining specialized, in-demand skills in financial modeling, market analysis and valuation.
Whether you’re aiming for a career in development, asset management, investment banking or commercial brokerage, this program equips you with the knowledge and hands-on expertise to excel. Prepare for diverse career paths, meaningful impact and strong wealth-building potential in the dynamic real estate industry.
- Program type:
- Major
- Format:
- On Campus or Online
- Est. time to complete:
- 4 years
- Credit hours:
- 120
Why earn a Real Estate degree at UND?
If you’re drawn to negotiation and deal-making and fascinated by finance and analytics, this program equips you with the skills to understand and influence the real estate landscape.
A B.B.A. in Real Estate at UND prepares you to evaluate investments, guide development decisions and navigate the financial forces that shape the market. You’ll gain the tools to excel in a fast-evolving industry, and play a meaningful role in creating the spaces where people live, work and grow.
- This program blends finance, economics and data-driven analysis to prepare you for high-impact careers in real estate investment, development and property management.
- A modern, industry-aligned curriculum lets you focus your studies on what interests you most, from financial modeling and market analysis to development or asset management, so your coursework stays practical and relevant.
- Small class sizes and direct access to expert faculty mean you’ll receive individualized mentorship, career guidance and meaningful support.
- You’ll gain real-world experience through internships, case competitions, industry treks, and hands-on learning with the NistlerEdge program, helping you graduate with a stronger resume and practical experience.
- As one of the first students in this new flagship program, you’ll enjoy unique leadership opportunities and enhanced visibility with faculty, employers and industry partners.
Through completion of this program, you will:
- Learn to analyze and value real estate assets using financial modeling tools, market data and professional valuation methods.
- Evaluate investment opportunities using core concepts such as discounted cash flow (DCF), internal rate of return (IRR), capitalization rates (cap rates), real estate investment trust (REIT) structures, and capital market dynamics.
- Assess development feasibility by examining site selection, zoning, project budgets, sustainability practice and public-private partnerships.
- Interpret and apply real estate law, including contracts, leases, land use regulations and transaction structures.
- Understand and manage income-producing properties, analyzing performance metrics such as leasing activity, operating expenses and net operating income.
- Communicate effectively in professional settings, preparing persuasive investment proposals and applying negotiation skills used in deal-making and client interactions.
AACSB Accredited
This program is housed in the Nistler College of Business & Public Administration, which is accredited by AACSB International, the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. Accreditation by AACSB International puts the Nistler CoBPA in the top 5% of business schools in the world.
Bachelor of Business Administration in Real Estate
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Compete in national real estate competitions like ICSC or Villanova, underwriting real-world development projects alongside top universities.
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Gain hands-on experiences by managing a student-run REIT investment fund, analyzing and investing real dollars in publicly traded real estate portfolios
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Join a dedicated Real Estate Club offering guest speakers, industry “treks” and networking opportunities with local developers and REITs.
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Earn skill-building badges through the NistlerEdge Program for case studies, leadership roles, and team projects, creating a digital portfolio that showcases your experience to employers.
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Access personalized support from the Pancratz Career Development Center to secure internships in development, brokerage and investment.
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Let our team of academic advisors help you plan your major. You'll also have access to personalized software to keep you on track to graduate in four years.
What can I do with a Real Estate degree?
Real Estate Courses You Can Take
Online Real Estate Degree
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In the classroom or boardroom, you'll gain the hands-on experience necessary to become a leader.