The MS in Real Estate program is offered as a nine-month degree for traditional full-time students. The degree keeps students and professionals up-to-date with industry-focused technical skills, necessary for today and the future of where the real estate industry is headed. As technology continues to redefine the real estate industry, data-driven insights on the use of commercial and residential space are critical to maximizing value and impact. With this degree, students will develop analytical skills and innovative thinking, expertise in quantitative financial analysis, basic business concepts and leadership skills. World-class faculty, along with industry influencers, draw from in-depth knowledge of the latest industry trends and business applications giving students an edge in a rapidly advancing field.
This program also incorporates co-curricular opportunities including market treks, case competitions and networking events.
Bachelor's–Accelerated Master's Degree Program
Students may earn this degree as part of the bachelor's–accelerated master's (BAM) degree program, which allows currently enrolled CU Boulder undergraduate students the opportunity to earn a bachelor's and master's degree in a shorter period of time.
For more information, see the Accelerated Master's tab for the associated bachelor's degree(s): Business Administration - Bachelor of Science (BS).
Requirements
Admission Requirements
For additional information, please visit Leeds School's Graduate Programs webpage or email leedsgrad@colorado.edu.
Required Courses
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| MSBC 5610 | Real Estate Finance and Investment | 3 |
| MSBC 5032 | Real Estate Data Analysis | 3 |
| MBAX 6630 | Real Estate Economics | 3 |
| MSBX 5615 | Real Estate Modeling | 3 |
| MBAX 6640 | Real Estate Law and Practice | 3 |
| MBAX 6650 | Real Estate Case Studies | 3 |
| MSBC 5635 | Real Estate Industry Academy 1 | 3 |
| Elective Courses | ||
| Choose at least six credits: | 6 | |
| Real Estate Project Competition | ||
| Sustainable Real Estate | ||
| Real Estate Investment and Risk Management | ||
| Choose at most three credits: 2 | 3 | |
| Digital Marketing | ||
| Project Management | ||
| Commercializing Sustainable Energy Technologies | ||
| ESG Reporting and Analysis | ||
| Sustainable Finance | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |
| 1 | MSBC 5635 delivers as 1.5 credits in the fall semester & 1.5 credits in the spring semester. |
| 2 | Additional electives may be available. Students are encouraged to check with program academic advisor. |
Sample Plan of Study
| Year One | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall Semester | Credit Hours | |
| MSBC 5032 | Real Estate Data Analysis | 3 |
| MSBC 5610 | Real Estate Finance and Investment | 3 |
| MSBX 5615 | Real Estate Modeling | 3 |
| MBAX 6630 | Real Estate Economics | 3 |
| MBAX 6640 | Real Estate Law and Practice | 3 |
| MSBC 5635 | Real Estate Industry Academy 1 | 1.5 |
| Credit Hours | 16.5 | |
| Spring Semester | ||
| MBAX 6650 | Real Estate Case Studies | 3 |
| MSBC 5635 | Real Estate Industry Academy 1 | 1.5 |
| Nine Elective Credits (see requirements tab) | 9 | |
| Credit Hours | 13.5 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |
| 1 | MSBC 5635 delivers as 1.5 credits in fall & 1.5 credits in spring. |
Learning Outcomes
Upon completing the program, students will be able to:
- Recognize the legal and economic foundations of real property markets.
- Describe and compare the features of different forms of real estate financing.
- Apply economic concepts and frameworks to analyze development and transaction opportunities.
- Recognize the legal, ethical and social responsibilities of property market participants.
- Assess how real estate developers and owners can maximize the useful economic life of a property and reduce its carbon footprint.
- Communicate data-driven insights and arguments clearly and effectively to stakeholders, both in writing and orally.
- Build and utilize real estate financial models to aid in valuation when developing or acquiring a property.
- Find, manage, statistically analyze and interpret real estate data to inform decision-making.
- Understand current trends and topics in the real estate industry, applying knowledge to address contemporary challenges.