Real Estate Development is the business of making neighborhoods, shopping districts and recreation areas happen. Real estate developers work with banks, architects, city leaders, and property owners to ensure projects generate profits and enhance communities. Skilled real estate developers are in demand and command high salaries.
An example of real estate development can be found at the southern edge of Ball State's campus where developers worked closely with university officials to craft the Village Redevelopment Plan, which will generate nearly $200 million of public and private investment. Developers must be excellent problem solvers with a strong understanding of construction and design, market analysis, project financing and investment, and negotiation to successfully turn ideas into reality.
The Department of Urban Planning's Certificate in Real Estate Development is newly revised, updated with help from Ball State alumni working in the field, some of whom are teaching these classes now. Does Real Estate Development sound like a good match for your skills? Talk to your advisor today to see how it fits in with your degree program!
The RED Certificate requires 15 credit hours in ...
· PLAN 587 introduction to Real Estate Development (3 credit hours)
· PLAN 588 Advanced Topics in Real Estate Development (3 credit hours)
· PLAN 511, 543, and 544: classes in property law, contract law, and management law (1 credit hour each)
· A variety of electives
A RED certificate can lead to a career in...
· land/property development
· land conservation or environmental protection
· recreation and community development
· property and energy management
· urban and regional planning
Need more information? Contact planning@bsu.edu