University

The University of Baltimore

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Real Estate with a Specialization in Real Estate and Economic Development

Program overview

The Real Estate and Economic Development program offers students a foundation in building, development, management, lending, appraising, investment, and legal oversight.

Last updated: May 29, 2024

Academic Information

Degree offered

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Real Estate with a Specialization in Real Estate and Economic Development

Length of program

4 years

Number of Credits Required

120 credits

Mode of learning

On Campus

Unique real estate academic features

The University of Baltimore’s emphasis on Real Estate and Economic Development provides students with thorough expertise in these fields. Whether students aim for careers in the public or private sectors within the vast realm of real estate, the program offers courses that encompass all facets.

Courses and disciplines/concentrations offered

Introduction to Economic Development (GR-GD)
Real Estate Principles & Transactions
Real Property Law
Property Management
Real Estate Finance (Capstone) (GR-CAP)
Approved REED Elective

Real Estate Extracurricular Opportunities

Notable traditions & events

Real Estate Fellows and Venture Competition
Pitch for a Million Competition

Real estate extracurricular activities available

Site Tours

Networking opportunities

Real Estate Fellows
Real Estate & Economic Development Association
Real Estate and Economic Development Advisory Board

Recruiting

General info on roles students fill after graduation

Business Analyst
Commercial Lender
Community Manager
Developer
Property Manager
Data Analyst

Common employers

Banks and Investments firms
Government agencies
Health-care organizations
Insurance companies
Mortgage and Title firms
Nonprofit organizations
Small/mid-size firms
Global corporation

Faculty and Research

Faculty & Staff for the Program

See full list of faculty here

Distinguished real estate faculty members or research areas

Nafeesa Yunus

Associate Professor of Finance and Real Estate

Martin Skolnik

Director-Real Estate and Economic Development program (REED)

John C. Weiss III

UBalt's Coordinator of Real Estate Development, Senior Lecturer

Alumni Support

Successful real estate alumni

Cher Barnes

CEO/CO-Founder Asset Management -FinishLine Real Estate Development FRED, LLC

Brendan Ferrara

Principal at Carm Capital

Mike Culp

Asset Manager-Continental Realty Corporation

Real estate alumni networks and associations

The University of Baltimore Alumni

Accreditations and Rankings

Awards or recognition

Three Walls Development alumni team wins third annual “Pitch for A Million” real estate competition. (n.d.). https://www.ubalt.edu/news/news-releases.cfm?id=3977