University

Portland State University

Master of Science in Real Estate (MSRE)

Program overview

The MSRE program at The School of Business prepares individuals for success in the commercial real estate industry. Tailored for professionals across sectors, it cultivates forward-thinking professionals with strong analytical and communication skills. Gain comprehensive knowledge, access industry experts, and fast-track careers. Customize specializations with electives and showcase expertise through graduate certificates in Real Estate Investment & Finance, Real Estate Development, or Affordable Housing.

A.CRE Accelerator Members at this University

Total members: 1

University rank: 26

Last updated: January 4, 2024

Deep Dive

A deep dive student's perspective of the Portland State University Master of Science in Real Estate program.

Academic Information

Degree offered

Master Of Science in Real Estate (MSRE)

Length of program

11 months (part time) and 15 months (full time)

Number of Credits Required

Mode of learning

Hybrid/Flex -> our courses are offered as hybrid, so the degree can be taken fully remotely, on campus or a mix between remote and on campus

Unique real estate academic features

Late afternoon and evening courses.
Remote learning opportunities provide more flexibility for work and school life.
The ability to complete the program in 11 months (part time) and 15 months (full time) .
Specialization allows you to add a Graduate Certificate at no extra cost.
Center for Real Estate scholarships.
A cohort start in Fall quarter.
Focus on experiential learning and real world application throughout the program
Fast-track professional designations (CCIM, MAI, CPM)
Career development support and networking opportunities
Active real estate alumni association
Specialization with choice of electives
- Real Estate Investment & Finance (MSRE + Graduate Certificate in Real Estate Investment & Finance)
- Real Estate Development (MSRE + Graduate Certificate in Real Estate Development)
- Affordable Housing (MSRE + Graduate Certificate in Affordable Housing Development)

Courses and disciplines/concentrations offered

Core courses:

Real Estate Finance I
Leadership Skills for Real Estate
Executive Perspectives in Real Estate
Real Estate Economics & Market Analysis
Real Estate Law
Real Estate Valuation
Real Estate Development I
Commercial or Multifamily Property Management
Community, Ethics & Planning
Capstone course

Real Estate Investment & Finance (Electives)

Real Estate Finance II
Real Estate Investment Analytics
Affordable Housing Finance
Financial Reporting
Managerial Finance

Real Estate Development (Electives)

Real Estate Construction
Development Project Design
Site Planning
Land Use: Legal Aspects
Transportation and Land Use

Affordable Housing (Electives)

Affordable Housing Finance
Affordable Housing Development Workshop
Storytelling and Impact Measurement for Social Innovation
Impact Ventures
Planning and Housing Markets

Recruiting

General info on roles students fill after graduation

Assistant Project Manager
Capital Market Associate
Commercial Property Manager
Construction Crew Lead
Development Manager
Fiscal Coordinator II
Housing Developer
Marketing and Business Development Manager
Operations Manager
Project Manager
Real Estate Analyst
Real Estate Broker
Research Manager
Underwriter
Vice President, Development

Average salary post graduation

$97,568

NAI ELLIOTT
NORTHMARQ
ONE CAPITAL MANAGEMENT
PORTLAND HOUSING BUREAU
RELATED NORTHWEST
RIVERVIEW COMMUNITY BANK
THE HANOVER
TOLL BROTHERS
UMPQUA BANK

Common employers

ADIDAS
APEX REAL ESTATE PARTNERS
CBRE
CUSHMAN & WAKEFIELD
ETHOS DEVELOPMENT
FORE PROPERTY
HACIENDA CDC
HOME FORWARD
LENNAR CORPORATION
MARCUS & MILLICHAP

Faculty and Research

Faculty & Staff for the Program

See a full list of faculty here.

Distinguished real estate faculty members or research areas

Julia Freybote

Associate professor of Finance and Real Estate and academic director of the Master of Science in Real Estate program

Specialized software needed

Excel
Argus
Tableau
ArcGIS
Esri
Costar
Bloomberg

Alumni Support

Successful real estate alumni

Jennifer Volbeda

Marcus Bush

Riley Henderson

Real estate alumni networks and associations

University Career Center resources and services:

Career workshops and events
Potential careers exploration
Internship information
Job search resources, including access to Handshake
Attend a PSU Career Fair
Book an appointment with a career counselor
Online networking opportunities by joining the Official PSU Alumni Association LinkedIn group

Financial Information

Tuition fees

31,545 — 38,745

Financial aid

Available.

Scholarships

Available.

Opportunities or support

Available.

General information

State of the art Facilities

Center for Real Estate: The Center for Real Estate is embedded in the real estate community, with cutting-edge learning models and research that help students, experienced instructors and real estate professionals connect and continuously develop their business mindset and tools for the greatest impact.