The real estate management and development program provides you with the critical-thinking, communication, decision-making and problem-solving skills needed to succeed in the evolving real estate industry. At Drexel University’s LeBow College of Business, coursework integrates financial modeling, market analysis, case studies and project-based assignments, while equipping you with a core understanding in property valuation, real estate finance, portfolio management, sustainability and more.
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Whether you’re interested in developing commercial properties, evaluating investments or managing real estate portfolios, Drexel LeBow prepares you to navigate the opportunities and challenges of today’s real estate industry. Through applied coursework, project-based learning and Drexel’s renowned cooperative education program, you’ll gain practical experience solving real estate challenges before graduating.
Drexel LeBow’s BSBA in Real Estate Management and Development:
Students in the REMD major develop a strong understanding of how real estate assets are evaluated, managed, financed and developed within dynamic market environments. The curriculum builds analytical and quantitative skills used to assess investment performance, analyze market conditions, interpret financial statements and support data-driven real estate decisions.
Coursework integrates financial modeling, market analysis, case studies and project-based assignments that mirror professional real estate practice. Students evaluate development opportunities, analyze property cash flows, assess risk and explore strategies for creating and preserving long-term asset value.
This course examines the financial principles and decision-making processes underlying real estate investment and development. Students explore sources of funding, interest rates, leverage, and taxation while analyzing mortgages, capitalization rates, and secondary markets. Emphasis is placed on valuation using the income approach, risk and feasibility analysis, lease valuation, and portfolio management. Through pro-forma modeling and case studies, students learn to evaluate financing strategies and enhance property value.
This course will cover real property laws and the various rights, obligations, and limitations pertaining to land ownership. Students will analyze the problems, procedures, and documents involved in the acquisition, mortgaging, and transfer of real property. By the end of the course, through the use of problem sets and real world examples, students will be familiar with types of ownership of real property, and how real property is transferred and financed. As an elective, it provides additional depth for interested students.
This course introduces students to valuation and forecasting in institutional real estate investment. It explores the role of valuation in lending, litigation, and investment management. Through lectures, case discussions, modeling with leading industry software platforms, and professional development modules, students will build an underwriting model and gain a practical understanding of how valuation supports investment decisions. The course also includes exposure to real-world materials such as investment committee memos, offering memoranda, and fund profiles.
This course explores the integration of sustainability and resiliency into real estate planning, development, and management. Students examine energy efficiency, water and waste management, and environmentally responsible design practices across the property lifecycle. Topics include green building standards, rating systems, and the triple bottom line of people, planet, and profit in a real estate context. The course emphasizes how sustainable and resilient practices affect property values, operational costs, and community development, as well as their role in shaping city planning and long-term asset performance. Students gain the tools to critically evaluate sustainable strategies in real estate investment and management.
This course offers students an intensive grounding in mortgage theory, regulation, and practice, tailored to the Nationwide Licensing Mortgage System (NMLS) Mortgage Exam. Students will master federal laws, ethics, origination processes, loan products, calculations, and state-level content. Through case studies, quizzes, and mock exams, graduates are positioned to pass the licensing exam and launch careers in mortgage finance.
Through the Drexel Co-op program, students alternate classroom learning with full-time professional experience through University-approved employers. With plans of study that allow for up to three co-ops, you can gain as much as 18 months of practical experience while building professional networks, developing career clarity and applying classroom knowledge in real-world settings.
Graduate with as much as 18 months of experience in the workplace
LeBow Class of 2024
Our students have done their LeBow co-ops in a variety of organizations, both locally and around the world.
Toll Brothers, Urban Outfitters, PMC Property Group
Co-op is just one way to gain real-world experience at LeBow. Many students also expand their experience through consulting courses, case competitions, research projects, international residencies, industry events, alumni mentorship and other hands-on learning opportunities.
Many of these opportunities are made possible through the Dana and David Dornsife Office for Experiential Learning, where students work on real and simulated projects with industry partners. Partners have included organizations such as Unilever, the Philadelphia 76ers, Boeing, PwC, and nonprofit and governmental agencies.
The Institute supports Drexel’s efforts to leverage real estate development for civic engagement and to train current and future real estate professionals.
The Advisory Board is made up of proven, highly qualified real estate professionals who represent a diverse set of backgrounds and experiences.
My real estate industry experience that I gained through co-op definitely helped me stand out in the interview process. There wasn’t a learning curve for me and they didn’t have to spend time training me.
Isaac Singleton ’19
Senior Project Analyst
The HOW Group
Watch Isaac's storyGraduates are prepared for careers in property management, real estate finance, development, investment and asset management, brokerage and related fields. The program also provides a strong foundation for graduate study in real estate, urban development, finance or business.
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Students who enjoy solving business problems, analyzing data and understanding how finance, markets and communities intersect often thrive in this major. It’s a good fit if you’re interested in commercial or residential real estate, investing, development or property management and want to combine analytical thinking with strategic decision-making. Strong communication, collaboration and problem-solving skills are valuable, but you’ll continue developing them throughout the program.
Philadelphia’s diverse real estate market serves as an extension of the classroom. Through coursework, industry engagement and connections with the Henderson Real Estate Institute, students gain exposure to real-world projects, professionals and market trends while studying in one of the nation’s largest metropolitan areas.
All undergraduate applications are processed through Drexel University’s central admissions portal. Have questions about applying to LeBow? Our undergraduate enrollment team is here to help.
Find the information you need to plan for your education through Drexel Central. Review tuition and fees, estimate the cost of attendance, and explore financial aid resources, including scholarships, grants, loans and payment options.
Our staff is ready to help you with any questions you may have about the application process, including which program is right for you. We look forward to hearing from you.
Caitlin Brady
Director, Undergraduate Programs and Recruitment
(215) 571-3570 cem398@drexel.eduGerri C. LeBow Hall 333
