Master of Science in Real Estate Development (MSRED)

Program overview

The Master of Science in Real Estate Development (MSRED) offered by the State University of New York (SUNY) system stands out as the sole real estate-focused degree in the SUNY repertoire. Positioned in the heart of one of the world's most dynamic industries, the program prepares students for impactful careers in real estate development and investment. With an exclusive faculty comprising seasoned developers and industry experts, the curriculum provides a comprehensive understanding of the field. The unique advantage lies in the program's integration with the resurgent City of Buffalo, offering students a vibrant laboratory for applied study and proximity to global financial and employment centers in New York, Boston, and Toronto. This strategic positioning enriches their education by bridging theory with practical insights in a dynamic real-world environment.

A.CRE Accelerator Members at this University

Total members: 50

University rank: 6

Last updated: January 9, 2024

Deep Dive

In this video, we conducted an interview with a current student at the University of Buffalo, Mythea Mazzola. A huge thank you to Mythea for contributing her time and experience to help others better understand what Buffalo has to offer real estate students!

Academic Information

Degree offered

Master of Science in Real Estate Development (MSRED)

Length of program

1.5 Years

Number of Credits Required

48 credits

Mode of learning

On Campus

Unique real estate academic features

The MSRED at UB is a three-semester, 48 credit hour program for full-time students. Flexible part-time study is also available. Courses combine “learning” with “doing,” focus on real world challenges and opportunities, and take place in state-of-the-art facilities.

Courses and disciplines/concentrations offered

Semester 1: Fall

Processes of Real Estate Development
Financing Development Projects 1
Financing Development Projects Lab
Construction Management
Elective
Elective

Semester 2: Spring

Financing Development Projects 2
Market Analysis
Technology Colloquium
Structuring Deals and Transactions
Design for Development
Elective

Semester 3: Fall

Capstone Practicum Real Estate
Colloquium
City and Environment in Real Estate Development
Building Technology
Elective

Recruiting

Newmark
PathStone
Property Markets Group
Royal Oak Realty Trust
RP Oak Hill
SAA|EVI
Savarino Companies
Schneider Development
Smart Centres REIT
Timbers Company
TM Montante Development
Turner & Townsend
Uniland

Common employers

Arbor Realty Capital
Buffalo Urban Development Corporation
Ciminelli Real Estate Corporation
Collier Companies
Community Preservation Corp.
Conifer Realty
Cushman & Wakefield
Durst Organization
Equity Multiple
Hamister Group
Jones Lang Lasalle
M&T Bank
McGuire Development

Faculty and Research

Faculty & Staff for the Program

See a list of current faculty here

Alumni Support

Real estate alumni networks and associations

Career Advisement: The School of Architecture and Planning offers career advisement services to assist newly graduating students in their employment search and to guide current students looking for summer/future internships.

Find Professional Opportunities: Connect with UB’s Bullseye to start and manage your job and internship search; connect with us on LinkedIn to find additional opportunities. Students meet with alumni at a networking event in New York City.

Build Your Network: From in-house presentations by top employers and weekly public lectures by distinguished practitioners to our alumni-driven mentoring program and student leadership organizations, you’ll find plenty of opportunities here to establish valuable, meaningful professional connections.