Associate of Arts in Real Estate Studies

The Associate of Arts in Real Estate Studies examines the basic experience, education, licensing requirements, and personal attributes required to succeed in the real estate field. This online associate degree provides a good foundation in real estate topics for both aspiring and current real estate professionals including: salesperson; agent or broker; residential property inspector or appraiser; mortgage broker or loan officer; and property manager. Knowledge from this online associate program can also serve as a springboard to a bachelor's degree.

This program has been designed in consultation with industry business leaders and is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP®).

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In addition to the institutional and degree level learning objectives, graduates of this program are expected to achieve these learning outcomes:

• Discuss the real estate industry and the various trends & stages of property development.
• Identify broad perspectives on the principles, practices, legal and ethical issues that are important to successful practitioners of each type of real estate career.
• Apply specific skill sets to each area of real estate practice, including financial analysis, property appraisal, internet based marketing, contract negotiation, investment evaluation, personal marketing, and organizational skills, etc.
• Discuss the requirements to qualify for any licensing exams and/or other entry requirements (in the state(s) they plan to practice) pertinent to the area of real estate.