Real Estate: Development & Finance
Major, Minor
Program Overview
Almost half of all business investments in the United States involve real estate. When you study real estate: development & finance at Central Michigan University, you’ll learn the ins and outs of development, investment and management.
Program Snapshot
Why This Program & What You'll Learn
Do you want to buy or sell real estate, develop commercial or residential property, or invest in large real estate projects? As the only undergraduate real estate Major in Michigan, you will learn business development, finance and law for property. Our faculty, industry leaders and network of real estate professionals will teach you the skills you'll need to invest and plan for real-world development
In our unique real estate program you'll receive a solid business foundation in finance and economics. You'll consider urban planning, investment decisions, debt financing and valuation metrics.
If you're interested in construction, entrepreneurship or sales, consider a major in real estate: development & finance.
Program Highlights
As a real estate: development & finance major at CMU, you will:
- Learn industry trends at CMU's Real Estate Conference, where you will meet industry leaders.
- Gain networking opportunities through the Professional Real Estate Society.
- Study in Michigan's only real estate development major.
Careers & Outcomes
Majoring in real estate: development & finance opens the door to a career in brokerage & leasing, land development, urban planning and dozens of other fields. Some careers you might consider include:
| Career | Projected Salary |
|---|---|
| Appraiser/Accessor | $57,606 |
| Property Manager | $76,110 |
| Loan Officer | $63,380 |
| Real Estate Agent | $52,030 |
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