Finance With Real Estate
TCU finance majors have the opportunity to pursue a concentration in real estate.
If your interests include mortgage lending, real estate development, asset management,
appraisal or real estate management, consider this path to prepare for a career in
the real estate industry.
You'll cultivate the skills to manage portfolios, perform risk analysis and study
capital market trends as they relate to real estate principles, valuation, law and
finance/ investment analysis. Learn to appraise and develop real estate and evaluate
real estate investments. Plan, implement and analyze real estate finance instruments,
including mortgage markets, credit analysis and real estate lending. Develop discounted
cash flow models for potential real estate investments.
Programs Offered
Sample Courses
- Real Estate Principles
- Real Estate Valuation
- Real Estate Finance and Investment Analysis
- Real Estate Law
Special Admission Requirements
TCU’s Neeley School of Business recently changed its admission requirements and is now direct admission. Explore for the Neeley School of Business.
Our Faculty
Our instructors are foremost experts on real estate markets and property valuation. They bring to the classroom a wealth of experience as both successful real estate professionals and professors. They rank highly for mentorship, academic experience and teaching quality. Their research and insights into real estate matters are featured in prestigious publications and media outlets.
What Sets Us Apart
Center for Real Estate – The DFW Metroplex is one of the foremost real estate hubs in the country, making TCU the perfect place to bring together students and industry leaders to connect, evaluate and innovate solutions that will transform the future of real estate. The center empowers students through a multidisciplinary approach, focusing on ethics, research and analytics, real-world business practices, industry trends, mentorship and outreach.
TCU Real Estate Club – Network with successful real estate professionals, Attend speaker events, local tours and career fairs, collaborate on project with our advisory board, or find internships.
Real Estate Mentorship Program – The student-led mentorship program builds powerful one-on-one relationships with top industry professionals and leaders, helping you enhance your professional network and career pathways.
Career Prospects
Career opportunities include real estate portfolio manager, appraiser, brokerage and leasing, real estate developer, mortgage banker, insurance appraiser, property manager, real estate inspector, real estate analyst and more.