Real Estate, M.S.R.E.

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The Master of Science degree in Real Estate (MSRE) is designed to provide students with the skills necessary to analyze, evaluate and execute complex real estate investment and development transactions. The curriculum draws from academic disciplines such as architecture, engineering, finance, and geography to emphasize the multidisciplinary nature of the real estate industry and the diverse skill set required for success. Students graduating from the program will have the skills necessary to qualify for positions such as development associates, underwriters, brokers, asset and property managers, acquisition specialists, and financial analysts.

MSRE courses are scheduled to accommodate both full-time and part-time students. The program is structured to allow full-time students to complete the curriculum within one calendar year. All courses required to complete the curriculum are offered in the evening at UNC Charlotte’s Center City Campus.

Admission Requirements

In addition to the general requirements for admission to the Graduate School, the following are required for graduate study in Real Estate:

A general satisfactory undergraduate record from a college or university accredited by an accepted accrediting body and an undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0
A satisfactory score on the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or the Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
A satisfactory score on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) for applicants from non-English speaking countries
A full resume or a description of significant work experience

GMAT/GRE Waiver

To be eligible for a GMAT/GRE waiver, candidates must fully satisfy the requirements of one of the following options:

Option A

Minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA (graduate or undergraduate) from an accredited institution
Only candidates with significant quantitative coursework will be considered

Option B

Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA (graduate or undergraduate) from an accredited institution
Candidates must possess 5 years of professional in a relative field or military experience that demonstrates applied and analytical skills (significant leadership experience is a plus)

Degree Requirements

The MSRE degree requires the completion of a 32 graduate credit hours. Necessary preparatory work will be determined during the admissions process and students will be advised accordingly. All students in the program must meet the Graduate School’s requirements for a Master’s Degree.

Required Core Courses (21.5 credit hours)

MSRE 6100 - Real Estate Seminar Fall (1)
MSRE 6101 - Real Estate Seminar - Spring (1)
MSRE 6102 - International Real Estate Study Tour (3) **
MSRE 6120 - Real Estate Law (1.5)
MSRE 6158 - Real Estate Finance and Investment (3)
or MBAD 6158 - Real Estate Finance and Investment (0 to 3)
MSRE 6160 - Real Estate Capital Markets (3)
or MBAD 6160 - Real Estate Capital Markets (0 to 3)
MSRE 6220 - Financial Analysis of Real Estate Investments (1.5)
MSRE 6245 - Real Estate Market Analysis (1 to 5)
MSRE 6258 - Site Feasibility Analysis (3)
MSRE 6999 - Real Estate Capstone (3)

Notes:

* MSRE 6100 and MSRE 6101 are one credit hour courses, offered in the Spring, that students must complete before graduation. Students enrolled in each course will be required to participate in real estate trade organization meetings, engage in leadership and negotiation training, attend guest lecturers covering emerging trends in real estate and ethical business practices, and complete professional development seminars.

** MSRE 6102 is a study abroad experience that requires students to travel to an international real estate market and examine local real estate development practices over the course of one week.

*** Students may also elect to take MSRE 6258 in lieu of MSRE 6238 . All other courses included in the functional component of the curriculum must be completed by MSRE students unless otherwise stated.

Elective Courses (10.5 credit hours)

Select from the following:

MSRE 6130 - Site Planning (1.5)
MSRE 6152 - Financial Management (3)
or MBAD 6152 - Financial Management (0 to 3)
MSRE 6159 - Real Estate Development (3)
or MBAD 6159 - Real Estate Development (0 to 3)
MSRE 6210 - Student Managed Real Estate Investment Fund I (3)
MSRE 6211 - Student Managed Real Estate Investment Fund II (3)
MSRE 6230 - Construction Management (1.5)
MSRE 6238 - Real Estate and Urban Economics (3)
MSRE 6240 - Real Estate Valuation Methods (3)
MSRE 6242 - Asset Management (3)
or MSRE 6310 - Land Use Policy (1.5)

Degree Total = 32 Credit Hours

Advising

Advising is provided by the Graduate Program Director of the MSRE program and Belk College Graduate Programs Office.

Transfer Credit

Up to six hours of appropriate graduate credit may be accepted for transfer from another AACSB-accredited (or equivalent) graduate program. Only courses where grades of B or above have been earned will be considered. Approval of the Program Director and the Graduate School is also required. All other Graduate School policies regarding transfer credit apply.

Program Certifications/Accreditation

The MSRE Program and all degree and certificate programs offered by the Belk College of Business are accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB-International).