Master of Science in Finance with a Specialization in Real Estate (MSF)

Program overview

The MSF program with a specialization in real estate at FSU is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the dynamic and challenging field of real estate finance. The program offers a comprehensive curriculum that covers core finance principles alongside specialized courses in real estate valuation, investment, development, and financing. Students gain valuable knowledge and practical skills through a combination of coursework, internships, and networking opportunities.

Last updated: February 5, 2024

Academic Information

Degree offered

Master of Science in Finance (MSF)

Length of program

1 Year

Number of Credits Required

Mode of learning

On campus

Unique real estate academic features

Real Estate Finance Lab: Provides hands-on experience with real estate financial modeling and analysis.
Industry Guest Speakers: Regular lectures and events featuring professionals from various real estate sectors.
Study Abroad Opportunities: Options to study real estate in international markets.
Real Estate Club: Active student organization focused on professional development and networking.

Courses and disciplines/concentrations offered

Introduction to Real Estate
Real Estate Law
Real Estate Finance
Real Estate Valuation
Real Estate Development
Real Estate Investment Analysis
Market Analysis for Real Estate
Property Management
Real Estate Ethics
Corporate Finance
Financial Markets
Investments
Electives in areas like sustainable development, international real estate, and real estate technology

Real Estate Extracurricular Opportunities

Notable traditions & events

Real Estate Case Competition: Annual competition where students analyze real-world real estate scenarios and present solutions to industry professionals.
Real Estate Career Fair: Connects students with potential employers in the real estate industry.
Guest Speaker Series: Regular events featuring experts from various real estate fields.

Real estate extracurricular activities available

Real Estate Club: Provides networking opportunities, professional development workshops, and industry field trips.
National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB): FSU chapter promotes diversity and inclusion in the real estate industry.
Urban Land Institute (ULI): FSU student chapter connects students with industry professionals and provides educational opportunities.

Networking opportunities

Real Estate Club events and career fairs
FSU Alumni Network: Connects students with alumni working in the real estate industry
Industry guest speaker events and conferences

Recruiting

General info on roles students fill after graduation

Real estate agent
Real estate appraiser
Real estate developer
Real estate investor
Real estate finance analyst
Property manager
Commercial real estate broker
International real estate consultant

Average salary post graduation

$133,000

Common employers

CBRE
JLL
Cushman & Wakefield
Colliers International
Ernst & Young
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Deloitte
KPMG
Bank of America
Wells Fargo

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

Stephen Bailey

Senior Lecturer

Mariya Letdin

Associate Professor

Chongyu Wang

Assistant Professor

Mention any recent real estate research achievements or ongoing projects

Faculty members are actively involved in research on various real estate topics, including sustainable development, affordable housing, and real estate technology.
The program publishes an annual research journal showcasing faculty and student research.