Chao-Hon Chen Institute for Global Real Estate Finance | Students

NYU Stern’s MBA specialization in Real Estate is internationally recognized as one of the most rigorous and respected programs of its kind. Ranked #2 in the United States by U.S. News & World Report, the program combines academic depth with unmatched industry access and experiential learning.

Students benefit from a broad range of curricular and co-curricular opportunities, beginning with foundational coursework in the functioning of real estate primary markets and capital markets, including investment, development, and structured finance. These core courses provide the analytical and institutional grounding essential for advanced study and professional practice. Building on this foundation, students may pursue immersive global field intensives in cities such as London, Abu Dhabi, and Dubai, which expose them to real estate markets in context and form part of the school’s broader commitment to global engagement and applied learning.

Stern also offers a first-of-its-kind course—Real Estate Data Science and Artificial Intelligence—which explores the implications of machine learning and big data for real estate analysis and investment. This innovative course exemplifies Stern’s forward-looking approach to curriculum design.

The MBA experience is further enriched through co-curricular programming hosted by the Chen Institute for Global Real Estate Finance, including conferences, executive speaker series, site visits, and specialized mentorship. Second-year students may apply to the Chen Institute MBA Fellowship, a selective program that offers small-group seminars and structured engagement with senior industry leaders.

Taken together, the real estate specialization at Stern prepares graduates for leadership in investment, development, and public-private real estate strategy—anchored by the resources of one of the world’s premier business schools.

To learn more about Stern’s MBA program offerings, visit the MBA program site.

The undergraduate Real Estate specialization at NYU Stern offers students a world-class education in the business of real estate, grounded in the academic rigor and global reach of one of the world’s premier business schools. Recognized internationally for its excellence, the program equips students with a comprehensive foundation in real estate finance, investment, valuation, development, and emerging technologies.

The curriculum emphasizes both conceptual and applied learning. Students explore a wide range of topics, including capital markets, REITs, land use and zoning, property valuation, sustainability, and the future of real estate technology and analytics. A dedicated global course—Global Real Estate Markets—offers students the opportunity to engage directly with international markets through highly focused field intensives.

Outside the classroom, students benefit from the resources and programming of the Chao-Hon Chen Institute for Global Real Estate Finance, including research initiatives, site visits, industry panels, and direct access to senior professionals. The Stern Undergraduate Real Estate Club further enhances student experience by offering peer networking, career development programming, and student-led events that connect undergraduates with alumni and industry leaders.

Through a combination of academic depth, real-world exposure, and strong industry engagement, Stern’s undergraduate Real Estate specialization prepares students to pursue successful careers in real estate investment, development, consulting, and related fields around the world.

To learn more about Stern’s undergraduate business program and real estate offerings, visit the BS in Business program site.