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Description of Real Estate Program

The real estate concentration prepares graduates for opportunities in all areas of Real Estate including commercial and residential brokerage, appraisal, asset management, investments, analysts and many more. The real estate industry brings together professionals who thrive in ac competitive work environment. If you are a hard-working person with solid analytical skills and a strong desire for success, real estate is the career for you.

Click on the link below for a pdf copy of a sample degree plan for a degree in Real Estate.

All students should first consult with their academic advisors for assistance in completing this document.

Sample Degree Plan for Real  Estate – Spring 2024

Click on the link below for a copy of a recommended course sequence for a degree in Real Estate.

Suggested Course Sequence for Real Estate – Spring 2024

Why Concentrate in Real Estate?

Real  Estate touches all aspect of life. Individuals and businesses are buying, selling, and leasing property every day and they need well-educated, out-going professionals to help them meet their goals. Approximately one in six jobs in the United States are in real estate and the career options are numerous. Real estate is everywhere and so are the career possibilities.

In 2019, commercial real estate contributed more to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in Texas than any other state as reported by the Dallas Business Journal (DBJ). The commercial real estate industry contributed $54.15 billion to Texas’ economy in 2019, according to a new report from industry group NAIOP.

Career Opportunities in Real Estate

There are many job opportunities for individuals who choose the field of real estate. Career options include:

  • Appraiser
  • Real Estate Broker
  • Real Estate Analyst
  • Risk Analyst
  • Asset Manager
  • Investment Analyst
  • Property Manager