University

George Mason University

Master of Science in Real Estate Development (MSRED)

Program overview

The George Mason MSRED equips individuals with the analytical, financial, and legal skills necessary to succeed in the real estate development industry. The program offers a multidisciplinary curriculum covering finance, project management, sustainability, public policy, and more, preparing graduates for diverse career paths in development, construction, and investment.

Last updated: February 7, 2024

Academic Information

Degree offered

Master of Science in Real Estate Development

Length of program

Part-Time: 2 Years
Full-Time: 1 Year

Number of Credits Required

36

Mode of learning

On campus

Unique real estate academic features

Multidisciplinary curriculum integrating business, engineering, and public policy perspectives.
Industry professionals as guest speakers and project advisors.
Capstone project applying learning to real-world development challenges.
Optional international study trip.
No GRE/GMAT required for most applicants.

Courses and disciplines/concentrations offered

Core Courses:
- Real Estate Development Fundamentals
- Real Estate Finance and Investment
- Real Estate Law and Regulations
- Market Analysis and Feasibility Studies
- Site Planning and Design
- Sustainable Development Practices
- Real Estate Development Project Management

Elective Courses (examples):
- Affordable Housing Development
- Historic Preservation and Adaptive Reuse
- Real Estate Technology and Innovation
- Public-Private Partnerships in Development
- International Real Estate Development

Real Estate Extracurricular Opportunities

Notable traditions & events

Mason Real Estate Society (student group) networking events and speaker series.
National Association of Industrial and Office Properties (NAIOP) student chapter events.
Urban Land Institute (ULI) student chapter events.
Real Estate Development Case Competition.

Real estate extracurricular activities available

Participate in student groups like the Mason Real Estate Society and ULI student chapter.
Attend industry conferences and events.
Volunteer with real estate-related organizations.

Networking opportunities

Industry professionals involved in the program as guest speakers and advisors.
Alumni network of program graduates.
Career fairs and networking events organized by the School of Business.

Recruiting

General info on roles students fill after graduation

Real Estate Developer
Development Associate
Project Manager
Construction Manager
Real Estate Investment Analyst
Urban Planner
Public Sector Development Specialist

Common employers

Real estate development firms
Construction companies
Architecture and engineering firms
Government agencies
Non-profit organizations involved in development

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

Kat Grimsley

Former Director

Brian Grindall

Adjunct Faculty

Alex Gross

Adjunct faculty

Accreditations and Rankings

National Universities (2023 - 2024)

Ranking: 105

Financial Information

Tuition fees

Res: $13,132
Non-Res: $29,584

Financial aid

Available.

Scholarships

Available.

General information

Where is the program housed on campus?

School of Business, George Mason University, 4400 University Dr, Fairfax, VA 22030, USA

Campus Size

George Mason University is a public research university located in Fairfax, Virginia, encompassing a suburban campus of 520 acres.

Contact Information

George Mason University Admissions

4400 University Dr., MSN 4C8, Fairfax, VA 22030

703-993-2000

[email protected]

Real Estate Association

Fairfax Virginia

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