University

Auburn University

Master of Real Estate Development

Program overview

Auburn University's MRED program is a collaboration between the College of Architecture, Design, and Construction and the Harbert College of Business. It is designed for working professionals and emphasizes real estate development projects focusing on sustainability, economic resilience, social responsibility, financial feasibility, and design excellence. The program combines online learning with on-campus residencies and field study trips, both domestic and international.

Last updated: January 16, 2024

Academic Information

Degree offered

Master of Real Estate Development

Length of program

21 Months

Number of Credits Required

Mode of learning

Hybrid

Unique real estate academic features

Collaboration between the College of Architecture, Design, and Construction and Harbert College of Business.
Focus on sustainability, economic resilience, and social responsibility.
Field study trips to significant cities and development projects.

Courses and disciplines/concentrations offered

Principles of Real Estate Development
Real Property Analysis
Field Study – Philadelphia, PA
Real Estate Investment Analysis
Building Design and Construction Principles
Real Estate Development Law
Real Estate Project Management

Real Estate Market Analysis
Field Study – West Coast
Site Planning and Infrastructure Development
Real Estate Capital Markets
Capstone Project
Contract Negotiations
Field Study – Global Experience

Real Estate Extracurricular Opportunities

Notable traditions & events

CityBuilders Symposium & Industry Networking Event: An annual event bringing together students, alumni, and real estate professionals for learning and networking

Networking opportunities

Opportunities for networking and learning through the Institute for Real Estate Development’s programs such as the CityBuilders Symposium and other events

Recruiting

General info on roles students fill after graduation

Finance
Architecture
Planning
Construction
Law
Market Analysis

Average salary post graduation

$72,300

Faculty and Research

Faculty & Staff for the Program

A list of current faculty can be found here

Distinguished real estate faculty members or research areas

Justin Benefield

Faculty Director, Master of Real Estate Development

Kim Kuerten

Administrative Director for the Institute for Real Estate Development

Alumni Support

Successful real estate alumni

David Walker

CEO - EBSCO

Robin Baggs

Home Depot

Real estate alumni networks and associations

Auburn Alumni Association

Accreditations and Rankings

National Universities (2023 - 2024)

Ranking: 93

Best Business Schools (2023 - 2024)

Ranking: 78

Financial Information

Tuition fees

$37,050

Financial aid

Available.

Scholarships

Available.

General information

Where is the program housed on campus?

Raymond J. Harbert College of Business, Auburn University, 405 W Magnolia Ave, Auburn, Alabama 36849, USA.

Campus Size

Auburn University is a public, land-grant university with a total campus size of approximately 1,841 acres across all of its campuses and locations