This graduate certificate prepares students for high-level managerial positions within the real estate industry. The program delivers a multi-disciplinary approach to real estate with a focus on development, finance, investment, valuation, regulatory law, and entrepreneurship. It is designed to serve industry leaders from the National Capital Region as well as enrolled graduate students within SOM who seek to enhance their position as current or future program leaders in the field.
Admissions Requirements
Completion of a four-year curriculum resulting in a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and/or current graduate students. Applicants should have two years of professional work experience and demonstrate a language proficiency in English.
•Online application and fee
•Official copies of transcripts from all colleges and universities attended
•One professional letter of recommendation
•A current resume
•A brief personal statement related to post-certificate career goal
Certificate Requirements
Required Courses
Students are responsible for familiarization and compliance with the University’s Graduate Policies contained in this catalog. The graduate certificate requires successful completion of the following courses for a total of 18 hours.
•GSOM 610 - Methods and Uses of Financial Accounting Credits: 3
•GSOM 640 - Finance for Managers Credits: 3
•GSOM 660 - Economics for Managers Credits: 3
•GSOM 746 - Real Estate Analysis and Valuation Credits: 3
•GSOM 747 - Real Estate Finance Credits: 3
•GSOM 748 - Real Estate Investment Credits: 3
Program Note
Students who have completed MBA 746, MBA 747 and MBA 748 previously are not eligible for this certificate program.
Applicants interested in obtaining additional information about the Graduate Certificate in Real Estate Finance should contact the Executive Programs office at 703-993-1662.
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