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Real Estate and Development, Graduate Certificate

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Program Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Real Estate and Development is tailored for individuals aiming to advance their expertise in commercial real estate. Participants will gain specialized skills that enhance their ability to navigate and excel in the complex landscape of real estate finance and development, making it an ideal choice for professionals seeking to deepen their knowledge and advance their careers.

While a graduate degree is not required for admission, this certificate program is most often utilized by individuals that have previously obtained a graduate degree and are looking for additional coursework in commercial real estate and finance.

Program Contact

Kimberly McLaurin

Assistant Director, Belk College of Business Graduate Programs

kmclaur8@charlotte.edu

704-687-6197

Real Estate and Development, Graduate Certificate at a Glance

The Graduate Certificate in Real Estate and Development requires completion of 15 credit hours (one core and four elective courses) of 6000- level courses in real estate finance and development. Transfer credits are not accepted into the Graduate Certificate in Real Estate Finance and Development program.

On-Campus
In-person, evening classes at the Dubois Center
Credits
15 credit hours
Duration
Average 1-2 years

Note: MBA students concentrating in real estate finance and development are ineligible to enroll in the Graduate Certificate in Real Estate and Development program.

Real Estate and Development

Curriculum

Students must earn a grade of B or above in all five courses that make up the certificate program.

Core Course (3 credit hours)
  • MBAD 6152 – Financial Management
Elective Courses (12 credit hours)

Select four of the following:

  • ECON 6250 – Advanced Urban and Regional Economics
  • MSRE 6158 – Real Estate Finance and Investment
  • MSRE 6159 – Real Estate Development
  • MSRE 6160 – Real Estate Capital Markets
  • MSRE 6258 – Site Feasibility Analysis

Accreditation

UNC Charlotte was the first university in the Charlotte region to earn accreditation by AACSB International, and has now held that distinction for more than 30 years. UNC Charlotte is also accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degrees.