Why study Real Estate
Real estate is a prominent sector in every economy, with growing opportunities available for students. Adding a real estate concentration to a traditional finance degree gives graduates a competitive edge in the job market.
Students will learn and analyze phases of real estate development, the practical application of market analysis, key metrics in real estate underwriting, and financial analysis. They will also examine trends in real estate development.
Program Highlights
- Experiential learning opportunities include guest lectures from industry leaders and community experts.
- Students can participate in academic conferences such as the Financial Planners Association Conference of Middle Tennessee and the Tennessee Bankers’ Credit Conference in Nashville.
- Funding and scholarships allow students to participate in community events, professional/academic conferences, and networking functions.
- Gain valuable career preparation and job search advice through direct access to the College of Business’s career readiness coach.
Faculty in this degree program have a Ph.D. or DBA in finance, and some have extensive expertise in real estate. They regularly publish in top academic journals in real estate and related disciplines. In addition, professional realtors and business owners take turns delivering seminar-style lectures to students on the current state of affairs and best practices in the real estate sector.
What will I learn
- Analyze the key phases of real estate
- Evaluate real estate financial data.
- Conduct a site selection analysis and make location decisions.
- Critically examine key metrics in real estate underwriting and investments.
- Explain recent trends and regulations in real estate development.