COURSE CURRICULUM

The Master of Science in Real Estate at DePaul University features a comprehensive and multidisciplinary curriculum designed to equip students with advanced knowledge and practical skills in real estate investment, finance, and development. The program requires the completion of 48 quarter credit hours, typically structured as 12 courses, including eight core courses and four electives. Core coursework covers essential areas such as quantitative methods or financial management, legal issues in real estate, real estate investment and finance, capital markets, market analysis and valuation, institutional real estate investment, advanced real estate analysis using industry tools like ARGUS, and a capstone real estate seminar.In addition to the core curriculum, students select elective courses that allow them to specialize in areas such as urban planning and public policy, real estate project management, structuring real estate transactions, multifamily housing policy and finance, real estate development, and applied real estate security analysis. The program integrates knowledge from related disciplines including marketing, law, economics, geography, and public policy, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of the real estate industry.A key feature of the curriculum is its emphasis on experiential learning through casework and teamwork, enabling students to develop communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills while working on real-world scenarios. Students gain expertise in areas such as real estate valuation, market analysis, investment decision-making, and risk assessment, preparing them to evaluate commercial real estate opportunities and respond to dynamic market conditions.The curriculum also focuses on ethical and global perspectives, helping students understand legal considerations, technological changes, and international market factors that influence real estate decisions. By combining rigorous academic coursework, applied learning, and flexible elective options, the program prepares graduates for leadership roles in real estate investment, development, finance, and related industries, equipping them with the analytical and strategic skills necessary to succeed in a complex and evolving global market.