Master of Science with Real Estate Concentration
The Master of Science in Management and Administrative Services Degree (MS-MAS) is a flexible degree that allows students to design a program of study that fits their needs. The Real Estate concentration provides students with both a practical and educational base to become leaders and skilled decision-makers within the industry.
Program Objectives
- Give students a thorough understanding of concepts unique to the real estate industry
- Develop the skills necessary to analyze real estate markets, investments, risk and financing
- Deploy world-class technology tools in market and investment analysis
Degree Requirements
The MS-MAS degree requires 36 credit hours of course work consisting of 10 credit hours of core curriculum and 26 hours of elective courses allowing the student to design a curriculum and pursue a specific area of interest. The Real Estate concentration within this degree program requires at least 15 hours of these electives to be directed toward approved courses in the real estate area.
Career Opportunities
The real estate industry offers numerous opportunities to pursue professional careers. These include roles such as real estate broker, property manager, appraiser, investment analyst, asset manager, developer and real estate credit underwriter. The Dallas area provides a rich base of national real estate enterprises in pursuit of talent. The emphasis UT Dallas places on finance, technology and practical skills provides the foundation for future leaders in this important industry.
Professional Certifications
The MS-MAS Real Estate concentration serves as a platform for pursuit of many of the designations within the real estate industry, including the Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) designation.
UT Dallas Real Estate Club
Both undergraduate and graduate students interested in careers within the real estate industry are encouraged to participate in the UT Dallas Real Estate Club. Through this organization, students are exposed to alumni within the industry and can develop networks to assist them now and in the future. The club also works to facilitate internships and employment opportunities. In addition, students have an opportunity to participate in national real estate competition projects which can add depth to their knowledge, skills and resume.
Technology
UT Dallas has licensed and developed leading technologies used in the analysis of markets and real estate investments. Students will have “hands-on” access to some of the most sophisticated tools in the industry including applications such as Argus™, CoStar™ and leading Geographic Information Systems (GIS). UT Dallas has developed world-class programs in GIS science and marries this expertise directly with real estate in this emerging industry application.
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The MS-MAS Real Estate program has been designed to provide the maximum amount of flexibility for a graduate student looking to pursue both general education goals and an in-depth real estate industry perspective. Within this special program, students can design their own course structure tailored to their goals. Finance, accounting, marketing and other objectives can be met while pursuing a deeper understanding of real estate issues. We have courses designed to meet your needs and bring you into the exciting world of real estate. Please join us. |
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George DeCourcy
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Core Recommended Courses for the Real Estate Concentration
Course Number |
Course Name |
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| FIN 6301 | Financial Management |
| FIN 6321 | Introduction to Real Estate |
| FIN 6322 | Real Estate Finance and Capital Markets |
| FIN 6323 | Real Estate Investment and Analysis |
| MAS 6V06 | Special Topics – Real Estate Law |
Additional Elective Courses Recommended for Real Estate Concentration
Course Number |
Course Name |
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| FIN 6324 | Real Estate Development |
| PA 5330 | Basics of Land Development |
| PA 6324 | Community Development |
| PA 6342 | Local Economic Development |
| GISC 6381 | Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Fundamentals |
| ACCT 6370 | Business Law |
| ACCT 6354 | Partnership Taxation |
| FIN 6306 or OPRE 6332 |
Quantitative Methods in Finance or Spreadsheet Modeling |
| FIN 6311 | Valuation Models and Practices |
| FIN 6357 | Corporate Restructuring & Turnarounds |
| MIS 6326 or ACCT 6337 | Data Management Systems |
| MKT 6301 | Marketing Management |
InternshipsEmployers active in the real estate industry are encouraged to consider UT Dallas students for internships. These programs provide area businesses with the opportunity to add resources to a project and create a sound evaluation process for potential new hires. Additionally, your firm can become part of the community supporting UT Dallas. Please contact career center. Permanent or Contract PositionsMany employers set up interview sessions at UT Dallas where we can assist in screening interviewees and make your hiring process efficient and effective. Please contact career center. MentorshipsEven if you are not ready to bring on an intern or employee, we encourage executives to get involved with an informal mentorship arrangement. This low-level commitment allows for senior real estate professionals to spend some time with a student considering a real estate career and share stories and experiences. It has proven to be very rewarding opportunity for many executives. Please contact George DeCourcy |
