Graduate Certificate in Real Estate Finance

Program overview

The Fordham Advanced Certificate in Real Estate Finance empowers individuals with the specialized knowledge and practical skills to navigate the multifaceted world of real estate finance. The program delves into key areas like investment analysis, valuation, capital structuring, and debt and equity financing, preparing graduates for success in various finance-related real estate careers.

Last updated: February 6, 2024

Academic Information

Degree offered

Graduate Certificate

Length of program

6 Months

Number of Credits Required

Mode of learning

On campus

Unique real estate academic features

Designed for professionals seeking to enhance their real estate finance knowledge and skills.
Practical, case-study based learning approach.
Experienced industry professionals as instructors.
Flexible schedule with evening and weekend classes.
No GRE/GMAT required.

Courses and disciplines/concentrations offered

Principles of Real Estate Finance
Real Estate Investment Analysis
Real Estate Valuation
Real Estate Development Finance
Real Estate Capital Markets
Real Estate Credit Analysis and Underwriting

Real Estate Extracurricular Opportunities

Notable traditions & events

Fordham Real Estate Institute (REI) Annual Symposium
Fordham Real Estate Club networking events and speaker series
Fordham MSRED student development competition

Real estate extracurricular activities available

Real Estate Student Association (RESA)
National Association of Industrial and Office Properties (NAIOP)
Urban Land Institute (ULI)
Society of Industrial and Office Realtors (SIOR)

Networking opportunities

Career fairs and networking events
Industry mentorship program
Alumni network

Recruiting

General info on roles students fill after graduation

Real Estate Investment Analyst
Real Estate Finance Analyst
Mortgage Broker
Loan Underwriter
Asset Manager
Development Finance professional

Common employers

Real estate investment firms
Commercial banks
Mortgage lenders
Development companies
Real estate investment trusts (REITs)

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

Joshua Harris

Executive Director

Accreditations and Rankings

National Universities (2023 - 2024)

Ranking: 89

Financial Information

Tuition fees

$1,551 per credit

Financial aid

Available.

Scholarships

Available.

General information

Where is the program housed on campus?

Fordham School of Professional and Continuing Studies 113 W 60th St, New York, NY 10023, USA

Campus Size

Fordham University is a private research university located in the Lincoln Center area of New York City, encompassing an urban campus of 85 acres.