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University of Cincinnati

Bachelor in Business Administration Real Estate

Program overview

The University of Cincinnati's Bachelor in Business Administration (BBA) program in Real Estate equips students with a comprehensive understanding of the field, preparing them for diverse career opportunities such as brokerage, investment banking, finance, property management, appraisal, and urban planning. Through a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical application, graduates gain the skills necessary to navigate the complexities of the real estate industry and succeed in their chosen careers.

Last updated: April 13, 2024

Carl H. Lindner College of Business

University of Cincinnati 2600 Clifton Ave Cincinnati, OH 45221, USA

Academic Information

Degree offered

BBA Real Estate

Length of program

4 Years

Number of Credits Required

120

Mode of learning

On campus

Unique real estate academic features

The Bachelor of Business Administration in Real Estate at the University of Cincinnati is designed to provide students with a robust foundation in various critical aspects of the real estate sector. This includes specialized training in real estate financing, appraisal, investment analysis, asset management, and market research. The Lindner College of Business enhances this education with a focus on practical consulting and feasibility analysis, equipping graduates to handle contemporary challenges in the real estate industry effectively.

Courses and disciplines/concentrations offered

First-Year Non-Business Coursework

  • Business Communication
  • English Composition (C- min)
  • Applied Calculus I
  • Applied Calculus II

First-Year Business Coursework

  • Business Pathways I
  • Business Pathways II
  • Introduction to Microeconomics
  • Essentials of Innovation and Entrepreneurship
  • Introduction to Macroeconomics
  • Essentials of Business

Lower Core Coursework

  • Financial Accounting
  • Managerial Accounting
  • Business Analytics I
  • Business Analytics II
  • Legal Environment of Business
  • Intermediate Composition
  • Digital Technologies for Business
  • Introduction to Marketing

Upper Core Coursework

  • Design Thinking, Inclusion & Ethics in Business
  • Business Finance
  • Global Environment of Business
  • Management
  • Operations Management

BBA Capstone

  • Business Strategy

Real Estate Major Coursework

  • Real Estate Principles
  • Real Estate Finance
  • Real Estate Law
  • Estate Electives

Co-op and Career Development

  • Career Success Strategies (FYE)
  • Career Success Strategies
  • Lindner Co-op (Full-time)
  • Lindner Co-op (Part-time)
  • Lindner International Co-op (Full-Time)
  • Lindner International Co-op (Part-Time)

Foreign Language, Study Abroad, or Cultural Courses

  • Foreign language:
    • Students complete six hours of approved Foreign Language courses.
  • Study Abroad:
    • Students complete six hours of approved Study Abroad courses.
  • Cultural Courses:
    • Students complete six hours of approved Cultural courses.
  • Course Mixture:
    • Students complete one course from two of the areas listed above for a total of six hours.

General Education

  • Natural Science
  • Students complete six hours of NS courses.
  • BoK Courses–FA/HP/HU/SS
  • Students complete a total of six hours from FA/HP/HU/SS.

Free Electives

  • Student complete 18 hours of free electives.

Real Estate Electives

  • Introduction to Econometrics
  • Urban and Regional Economics
  • Economic Development
  • Advanced Corporate Finance
  • Financial Markets and Institutions
  • Study Abroad Europe: Real Estate/Finance

Real Estate Extracurricular Opportunities

Real estate extracurricular activities available

  • Real Estate Club
  • Internship Opportunities
  • Real Estate Seminars and Workshops
  • Case Competitions
  • Professional Development Workshops
  • Volunteering

Networking opportunities

  • Monthly Roundtable Programs
  • Industry Outreach

Recruiting

General info on roles students fill after graduation

  • Brokerage and leasing
  • Property management
  • Urban planning and administration
  • Corporate real estate management
  • Land development and construction
  • Real estate financing
  • Appraisal
  • Investment analysis
  • Asset management
  • Consulting
  • Market research
  • Feasibility analysis

Average salary post graduation

$55,000

Faculty and Research

Faculty & Staff for the Program

See a list of Current Faculty here.

Distinguished real estate faculty members or research areas

Michael Ferguson

Department Head and Associate Professor

Charles Appeadu

Associate Professor - Educator and Director of Undergraduate Programs in Finance

Greg Bergman

Adjunct Instructor

Accreditations and Rankings

Best Global Universities (2023 - 2024)

Ranking: 142

Financial Information

Tuition fees

$31,187

Financial aid

Available.

Scholarships

Available.

General information

Where is the program housed on campus?

Carl H. Lindner Hall, Room 1352 Cincinnati, OH 45221-0020

Campus Size

The University of Cincinnati is a public institution with a campus size of 254 acres

Contact Information

Admissions Office

University of Cincinnati PO Box 210091 Cincinnati, OH 45221-0091, USA

513-556-1100

UC Real Estate Association

6533 Madeira Hills Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45243, USA

8599120448

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