One-Year Master of Science in Real Estate

One Life, One Year: Launch Yourself!

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Robinson’s One-Year MS in Real Estate is designed to receive students from diverse backgrounds and to set them on the pathway to a successful career in commercial real estate. The program is grounded by the business disciplines of finance, economics and management, and is ideal for working professionals and capable recent undergraduates who are interested in commercial real estate investment, asset management, lending/underwriting, consulting, and commercial real estate development.

Jump-start your career in commercial real estate! Put yourself on a trajectory to succeed with the skills necessary to make key real estate decisions.

The program is taught by the faculty of the college’s Department of Real Estate – ranked top ten in the nation by U.S. News & World Report (2013).

Beyond the classroom, students gain from the mentoring and expertise of the program’s advisory board – a core group of senior real estate executives who are committed to developing the next generation of leaders.

Commercial Real Estate Specialization

Program Highlights

Use capital markets to facilitate commercial real estate transactions

Develop leadership & negotiation skills

Strategize using real-world business cases

Build your network at industry events & site development tours

Be mentored by top real estate executives

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Graduates possess the ability to:

Develop and implement value-enhancing commercial real estate investment strategies

Anticipate and navigate through periods of changing economic conditions

Analyze and negotiate complex issues using cutting-edge data and technology

Influence real estate decisions with an advanced knowledge of industry dynamics

Lead management teams with superior decision-making skills

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Department of Real EstateJ. Mack Robinson College of BusinessGeorgia State UniversityPO Box 3991Atlanta, GA 30302-3991

StructureThe eleven-month, three-semester program is presented in an employer- and family-friendly schedule. Class size is limited and students proceed as a cohort.

CurriculumIn-depth commercial real estate knowledge in development, finance, investment and management covered in one-year from GSU’s globally-recognized Real Estate Department. Students benefit from extensive contact with leading real estate executives, guest speaker series and professional and social gatherings.

Schedule & LocationThe One-Year MS in Real Estate program is taught at GSU’s Buckhead Center – right in the heart of one of the most influential office, retail and residential submarkets of Atlanta (one of the largest real estate markets in the nation). Classes meet every Monday and Wednesday evening from 5:30 – 9:45 p.m, during Fall, Spring and Summer semester.

Candidate ProfileCandidates must hold a four-year undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university. Business experience is preferred, but is not required.

Admissions ProcessApplicants to Robinson’s One-Year Master of Science in Real Estate program must submit the online application, $50 application fee, resume, essays, one letter of recommendation, transcripts for all post-secondary education and GMAT/GRE scores.

Fees, Tuition & ServicesTuition is $37,500* and covers class materials, iPad, textbooks, parking, meals/snacks and professional development services offered by Robinson’s Career Management Center. A non-refundable orientation and program fee of $250 is due upon enrollment.

Professional BenefitsCCIM University Fast-track candidacyGeorgia Real Estate Sales License educational requirement GSU Real Estate Alumni Group – one of the largest real estate alumni networks in the worldArgus DCF University Certification program**

Commercial Real Estate Specialization Commercial Real Estate Development

Real Estate Research and Project

Corporate Real Estate Strategy

Real Estate Market Analysis

Advanced Investment Analysis

Case Studies in Commercial Real Estate

Debt Analysis in Commercial Real Estate

Equity Analysis in Commercial Real Estate

Leadership Development

Leadership

Negotiations

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TIffANY NELSONAssociate Director, Graduate Recruiting & Student Servicestnnelson@gsu.edu | 404.413.7041

One-Year Master of Science in Real EstateCommercial Real Estate Specialization

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For more information about Robinson’s One-Year Master of Science in Real Estate contact:

Program advisors:

KAREN GIBLERAssociate Professor, Department of Real Estate kgibler@gsu.edu | 404.413.7725

* Price is subject to Board of Regents approval.**Attain Argus Software Certified (ASC) designation