MBA - Real Estate

Program overview

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) program at VCU aims to equip individuals with the skills and knowledge necessary for effective management roles. Students enrolled at VCU will learn about management functions, techniques, and the impact of environmental and economic factors on organizational decision-making. The program ensures that students are well-prepared to navigate future challenges within their firms or organizations. An MBA from VCU offers benefits to individuals at different stages of their careers. Recent graduates can enhance their business skills, while experienced professionals may find it instrumental for career advancement or transition. Ultimately, the program caters to students who understand the importance of continuous learning in preparing for an uncertain future.

Last updated: January 31, 2024

Academic Information

Degree offered

MBA with a concentration in Real Estate

Length of program

1.5 Years - 2 Years

Number of Credits Required

Mode of learning

Online
On Campus
Hybrid

Courses and disciplines/concentrations offered

Required courses:

ACCT 507 – Fundamentals of Accounting
ACCT 608 – Managerial Accounting Concepts
ECON 610 – Managerial Economics
FIRE 520 – Financial Concepts of Management
FIRE 623 – Financial Management
INFO 661 – Information Systems for Managers
INFO 664 – Information Systems for Business Intelligence
MGMT 641 – Leading People and Organizations
MGMT 642 – Business Policy and Strategy
MKTG 671 – Marketing Management
SCMA 524 Statistical Fundamentals for Business Management
SCMA 675 Operations Management

Electives:

FIRE 615 – Foundations in Real Estate
FIRE 627 – Real Estate Development
FIRE 629 – Cases in Real Estate
FIRE 630 – Real Estate Valuation
FIRE 658 – Real Estate Finance and Investments

Real Estate Extracurricular Opportunities

Notable traditions & events

Real Estate Trends Conference (RETC): This annual conference is one of the leading forums in the region for the exchange of ideas and information about real estate, plus unsurpassed networking opportunities.

Networking opportunities

Around The Region Newsletter: This is a newsletter that is emailed every three weeks about events and career opportunities in the area.
The Kornblau Institute: Connecting scholars on research related to commercial and residential real estate and the social, cultural and economic sides of the real estate business.
Kornblau Real Estate Industry Talks: Virtually connect with real estate professionals from various industry sectors such as law, finance, construction, development, brokerage and appraisal, to share and learn about trends, issues, and current events impacting our industry.
The Real Estate Circle of Excellence: Real estate executives support students through scholarship, internship, and mentoring programs.

Faculty and Research

Faculty & Staff for the Program

See a list of current faculty here:

Alumni Support

Real estate alumni networks and associations

Association for Real Estate Alumni (AREA): is comprised of more than 600 alumni and friends of the Kornblau Real Estate Program. Opportunities include professional development, networking and a student mentoring program.

Financial Information

Financial aid

Available.

Scholarships

Available.

General information

State of the art Facilities

The Kornblau Institute: Founded by Richmond businessman and philanthropist Sam Kornblau. It offers scholars the chance to conduct influential research on both commercial and residential real estate subjects. The institute employs an interdisciplinary approach, addressing topics like land use, housing, and commercial development while examining the social, cultural, and economic aspects of the real estate industry. The overarching objective is to establish a network of researchers and a scholarly community dedicated to advancing the knowledge base in real estate and providing policymakers with evidence-based insights.

Campus Size

Virginia Commonwealth University, located in downtown Richmond, is a public institution that encompasses both the Monroe Park Campus and the MCV Campus, spanning a total of 198 acres.