Master of Science in Real Estate Development

Real estate trends are ever-changing. Growing populations demand new locations, new experiences, and new work styles. Tackling these complex demands requires knowledge of all facets of real estate development. If you want to be an industry leader, you need to understand the physical (design, development and construction), the financial, and the legal tenets of the industry.Under the guiding philosophy of the Advisory Board, Nova Southeastern University’s Master of Science in Real Estate Development (M.S.R.E.D.) will prepare you to meet the challenges of the real estate market so you can grow your career or quickly start a new one. As an NSU student, you’ll receive hands-on experience in what it's like within the real estate development industry through personalized, real-world knowledge, such as:A dedicated mentor to help you get the most from your investmentOn-site tours of actual development projectsA full-immersion curriculum taught by industry professionals with in-depth knowledge gained from years of actual real estate experienceExposure to current industry-standard software such as ARGUS and ArcGISClasses, in-field case studies and personal interaction with noted professionalsUpon graduating, you’ll have a portfolio to demonstrate your first-hand knowledge of the real estate industry. Through NSU's M.S.R.E.D. program, you will be prepared for mid- and senior-level responsibilities in commercial and residential development, including urban and suburban real estate development, economical and environmentally sustainable real estate development, management, investment, sales and marketing, finance, investment, banking and asset management.

An earned bachelor's degree with a GPA of at least 2.5 from a regionally accredited institution and with an appropriate major. (see program-specific admission requirements under individual programs). Lower GPA scores must be accompanied with a supplemental letter explaining why the low GPA does not reflect inadequate potential for success in the program.Sealed official transcripts from all institutions attended.Applicants whose native language is not English are required to demonstrate English proficiency. The following standardized tests satisfy the university's English requirement for nonnative English speakers. Minimum scores must be met. Official test results must be sent directly from the testing agency to Nova Southeastern University. Institution codes for sending official scores are listed respectively.An applicant can qualify for an exemption from taking an English proficiency examination if one of the following criteria is met:Successful completion of at least a bachelor's degree at a regionally accredited U.S. institution of higher education.Passing Level 5 with at least 85% at Talk International Language School.