Real Estate
Why Study Real Estate at U of G?
Graduates of the Real Estate program will have the analytical, conceptual and managerial skills needed to succeed in the high-growth real estate industry. Students will develop a strong foundation of core business skills, including finance, marketing and economics, while obtaining a specialized education in real estate. You’ll explore new uses for different types of real estate while considering the economic, social and environmental variables that factor into decision-making.
Engage In a Truly Unique Degree
The Real Estate major in the Bachelor of Commerce program is one of only a few undergraduate programs in Canada that specialize in the real estate sector. It takes a multi-disciplinary approach to the study of residential and commercial/investment real estate.
Take Part In Interdisciplinary Studies
Topics such as the development, financing, valuation, market analysis and management of real estate are taught in the context of economic, legal, political and social factors affecting the large and growing field of business of real estate in Canada and the world.
Build Your Career Foundation
Students graduate with a degree that can lead to a variety of professional positions in the private or public sectors of the Canadian real estate industry, or they can continue on to graduate work in business, planning or the social sciences.
To see all courses offered in the Real Estate program, visit our Academic Calendar.
Gain Valuable Experience Through Co-op
Our Real Estate co-op provides over 20 months of real-world co-op experience, designed to facilitate the transition of students from academic studies to a professional career improving students’ job search skills, work performance and networking abilities, and boosting resume experience. Learn more about the Real Estate co-op program.
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Hear From A Real Estate Student
My experiences at Lang, including my co-op terms, transformed me and gave me the leadership skills to launch my career in the commercial real estate industry. I started my role at Allied, one of Canada’s leading real estate firms, while I was still a student.
With a fantastic and supportive community, caring professors, and engaging material, I've built a solid foundation that will support me as I begin my career in the world of Real Estate! I've spent the past two summers at RioCan, applying what I've learned at Lang daily.
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Students considering Real Estate may also be interested in Management, Economics and Finance, Government, Economics and Management, Marketing Management, or other majors.
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