Both undergraduate and graduate
students interested in careers in
real estate are encouraged to
participate in the Weitzman
Institute Real Estate Club at UTD.
A Real Estate Concentration at UT Dallas Prepares You for Success
Julie Lynch welcomes students to the Real Estate Programs at UT Dallas.
The Jindal School of Management at UT Dallas developed innovative Real Estate programs at both the undergraduate and graduate levels to prepare the next generation of leaders to meet the unique and complex demands of the commercial and residential industries.
Graduates from our programs go on to obtain roles as financial analysts, lenders, development associates, corporate asset managers, property management, brokerage, lease administration and appraisal professionals.
The UTD Real Estate programs curriculum prepares students to enter the real estate industry by teaching the fundamentals of real estate and leading industry technology applications such as ARGUS and CoStar.
Top Three Benefits of the Real Estate Finance Concentration:
1
Strategic Location & Industry Connections
Access to the growing Dallas-Fort Worth real estate market, top firms, and exclusive networking events.
2
Comprehensive & Career-Focused Curriculum
Hands-on learning in finance, investment analysis, and real estate fundamentals with case studies.
3
Strong Alumni & Professional Network
Mentorship, guest speakers, and connections with top industry organizations.
Five reasons to study real estate:
1. The real estate industry is complex and requires advanced critical thinking and analysis, which students learn through JSOM’s Real Estate Finance courses. Learn practical skills, such as cash flow modeling using ARGUS and Excel, perform market and investment analysis, and apply these fundamentals to real-world case studies.
2. A career in Commercial Real Estate offers a blend of financial rewards, professional growth, and personal satisfaction, making it an attractive option for many. There are a number rewarding and lucrative career opportunities in the real estate industry to explore.
3. With a concentration in Real Estate Finance, students are on their way to earn additional credentials like the Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) designation and/or a Real Estate License.
4. Real estate career positions are not traditional desk jobs. These careers involve site visits, meeting with stakeholders, and engaging in on-site activities to ensure an investment’s success.
5. Commercial real estate is a significant driver of economic growth, and your work as a real estate professional plays a role in shaping the landscape of cities and communities.
Jobs within Real Estate
Companies provide comprehensive appraisal services, helping clients understand the value of their real estate assets.
Real estate brokerage firms facilitate transactions between buyers and sellers, offering opportunities in both commercial and residential sectors.
Oversees the development of new properties from concept to completion.
Property management companies handle the day-to-day operations of real estate properties, ensuring they are well-maintained and profitable.
Financial Analyst is responsible for conducting financial analysis and modeling to support real estate investment decisions. This role involves evaluating property performance, market trends, and financial metrics to provide actionable insights and recommendations.
Conducts market research and financial analysis for real estate investments.
Plans and develops land use policies and projects.
Certified Commercial Investment Member Designation (CCIM)
The Real Estate Finance concentration courses are approved towards the education requirements for the real estate
industry association CCIM designation.
Professional Certifications for Real Estate Students
UT Dallas Herbert D. Weitzman Institute for Real Estate serves as a platform for pursuing many of the designations within the real estate industry, including a partnership with the CCIM designation (Certified Commercial Investment Member). For more than 50 years, the
CCIM designation remains the gold standard for commercial
real estate professionals. CCIMs complete a rigorous program of
advanced coursework and training in financial and market analysis
and demonstrate extensive experience in the commercial real
estate industry. With a UTD Real Estate Finance Concentration students are well on their way to meeting the
educational requirements to sit for the examination for the CCIM
designation.
Being a part of UTD’s Real Estate Program has been an eye-opening experience. My advice to anyone interested in the program is to join the Real Estate Club. The club first exposed me to the program and has not only allowed me to network with industry professionals but also taught me the fundamentals of both residential and multi-family real estate. Read More
I joined the Real Estate Club at UT Dallas out of curiosity during my Sophomore year. The more I became involved with the club, the more I was exposed to the many great careers within the real estate industry. Through speaker panels, property tours, and even one-on-one networking sessions facilitated by the club, I developed a strong interest to pursue a career in real estate. Read More
The Real Estate Concentration offered at the Graduate and Undergraduate level is one of the best, if not, the best concentration to choose from. Aside from the transferability of skills and knowledge between different career paths in real estate. The program director along with the associate director and adjunct professors have copious years of experience in the industry that allows them to tailor their respective course material to single out the most beneficial topics for students. Their ability to bring in their personal expertise into class examples helps to learn new topics with ease by knowing that what they are teaching you will be helpful in practice not just in theory. Read More
For years, I had been wanting to return to school and focus on real estate studies. While spending the last decade in restaurants I dreamed of working in the real estate industry. I had no clue where to start but knew completing my bachelor’s would be the best launching pad. Looking at the regional options, the Jindal School of Management (JSOM) at UTD was by far the wisest choice for its national and global ranking. To top it off it came with the perks of being a public institution. Read More
I have been interested in real estate for the majority of my life now. I grew up in awe of my mother’s career as a broker. When it came time to pick a college, UT Dallas was my first choice because of its great reputation and high rankings. Soon after being admitted to the School of Management, the Herbert D. Weitzman Institute for Real Estate was established. When I heard the news, I immediately joined the real estate program, pursuing a degree in Business Administration with a concentration in real estate. Read More
A career in real estate can be a rewarding and engaging pursuit. As a real estate professional, you work with high-dollar investments in an interconnected market. Our concentration is designed to educate students with industry-specific knowledge that will enable them to succeed in real estate.
Undergraduate students earning a degree in Business Administration, Finance or Global Business can earn a concentration in real estate investment management and develop a comprehensive understanding of the real estate industry. Through our program, students learn how to leverage real estate technology to analyze markets, perform financial underwriting, assess real estate investments and identify risks.
Contact me with any questions you have about our exceptional Real Estate Concentration at UT Dallas.
