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Drexel’s BSBA in Real Estate Management and Development prepares students to lead in diverse areas of the real estate industry, blending theory with practical, career-focused training. With a curriculum that spans finance, sustainability, law, asset management, and urban development, students gain both broad and specialized knowledge.
The program is completed over 180-186 quarter credits and offers flexible pathways: Three Co-op (5 years), One Co-op (4 years), or No Co-op (4 years). Located in Philadelphia, students benefit from access to one of the country’s most dynamic real estate markets through internships, site visits, and networking with industry leaders.
Course overview
Year 1: Introductory courses in Business, Economics, Math, English Composition, and Civic Engagement. Students begin completing business flexible core requirements.
Year 2: Core courses in Accounting, Business Law, Finance, and Statistics. Students start major-specific classes such as Real Estate Law and Introduction to Real Estate Management.
Year 3: Advanced topics including Real Estate Finance, Sustainability in the Built Environment, Urban Finance and Environmental Planning. Students also complete major electives and participate in co-op (if applicable).
Year 4/5: Final-year students complete their Senior Capstone (REMD 491), Real Estate Investment and Asset Management, business impact electives, and free electives, along with their final co-op placements if in the three co-op track.
Co-op program:
Up to 18 months of paid, full-time work in real estate development firms, asset/property management companies, and investment organizations.
Internships & projects:
Students not in the co-op track are encouraged to complete internships or capstone consulting projects.
Industry connections:
Students benefit from site visits, networking events, and guest lectures with real estate professionals across Philadelphia.
87% of Drexel undergraduates are employed or in graduate school within 6 months of graduation.
Graduates may pursue:
Graduate programs: MS in Real Estate, MBA, JD (Law), MS in Urban Planning.
Certifications: Real Estate License, LEED Accreditation, Urban Land Institute (ULI) membership.
Employment sectors: Residential/commercial real estate, urban development, investment banking, asset/property management, real estate consulting.
CO-OP details: At Drexel, cooperative education—or co-op—gives students a unique chance to alternate between classroom learning and full-time, real-world work experience with university-approved employers. Typically, co-op terms last six months, followed by six months of academic study, allowing students to apply what they learn in real time. Drexel offers two co-op pathways: A five-year program with three co-op experiences, A four-year program with one co-op experience Most majors give students the flexibility to choose between the four-year or five-year option, depending on their career goals and interests. Link: https://drexel.edu/scdc/co-op/undergraduateFinancial Aid details: To be considered for financial aid at Drexel, students must submit both the CSS Profile and FAFSA. However, international applicants only need to complete the CSS Profile for need-based aid. Key Deadlines: Early Action / Early Decision: CSS Profile by Nov 15, 2024 | FAFSA by Feb 15, 2025 Regular Decision: Both CSS Profile & FAFSA by Feb 15, 2025 Winter (January) Entry: Both forms due by Oct 8, 2024 For full details, visit: drexel.edu/admissions/financial-aid-affordability/undergradSAT/ACT Update: Drexel is continuing its Test-Optional policy for first-year applicants, giving students the flexibility to decide whether or not to submit standardized test scores. Key Highlights: Choosing not to submit scores will not affect admission chances. Students can indicate their test preference on the Common App or Coalition App. You can change your choice later via the Discover Drexel portal or by contacting your admissions rep. Applying test-optional won’t affect eligibility for merit scholarships or financial aid. If you choose to submit scores, Drexel also follows a Test-Flexible policy—check their website for accepted exams.English Language Proficiency: If English isn’t your first language and you haven’t completed at least 3 full years of instruction in English, you’ll need to submit scores from an approved English proficiency test. This may also apply to permanent residents whose first language isn’t English. Accepted Tests: TOEFL iBT / TOEFL Essentials (Drexel code: 2194) IELTS Duolingo English Test (DET) Pearson PTE Cambridge C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency. Exemptions apply if: English is your first language You’ve studied in English for 3+ years You scored 600+ on SAT ERW or 27+ on ACT English Drexel reviews your best section scores across all test dates (including TOEFL MyBest™ Scores). If you believe you’re exempt, email: [email protected]School Report, Counselor Recommendation, Final Report & 1 Teacher Evaluation RequiredCommon App personal essay requiredApplicants who select certain first choice majors in the Academics section will be required to complete an additional writing question using the prompt below: "Reflect on your experiences, personal characteristics, and unique traits that have prepared you for the challenges and opportunities associated with your chosen major. How have these things shaped your goals, aspirations, and potential contributions to your field of study?"AACSB-accreditedReal Estate AnalystProperty ManagerDevelopment AssociateInvestment AnalystLeasing SpecialistProject ManagerUrban PlannerAsset Manager
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