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IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY
PROGRAM TITLE AND OVERVIEW
Iowa State University's Master of Real Estate Development
College of Design
The Ivy Master of Real Estate Development (MRED) program will give you the skill set to
take control of your future and accelerate your career in this evolving real estate landscape.
Built for working professionals, our flexible program can be completed in as little as
15 months, or you can complete the courses at your own pace to accommodate your
schedule. The MRED curriculum provides a strong foundation in market analysis, finance,
investments, leadership, negotiation, and urban planning-everything you need to know to
be successful in the real estate industry.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
PROGRAM CONTACT
INFORMATION
James Spiller, AIA, NCARB, Program Director
Iowa State University Ivy College of Business
www.ivybusiness.iastate.edu/degree/
masters-mred
jspiller@iastate.edu
515-294-2220
The 30-credit program includes a customized learning experience with online courses and
two in-person components, including an on-site field study to companies and real estate
development projects.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Preferred applications hold a bachelor's degree and have professional work experience.
Application materials include a résumé, transcripts, two letters of recommendation, and a
statement of purpose. No GRE or GMAT required.
STUDENT DEMOGRAPHICS
ANNUAL TUITION AND FEES
$752/credit, plus fees
Credits: 30
The Iowa State University MRED program attracts students from across the country,
including commercial brokers, financial analysts, investors, architects, city planners,
construction engineers, and development managers. The Iowa State University Ivy College
of Business is proud to educate a diverse community of students who have or are seeking
real-world experience. Ivy supports students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community
constituents to build a model of equity and inclusion that affects every aspect of campus life
and gives voice to all members of the Iowa State community.
ADDITIONAL PROGRAM/CAMPUS DETAILS
The Iowa State University MRED program is perfect for working professionals. You will
learn alongside other experienced real estate professionals and receive academic and
practical training in current industry trends. Our program has elements of MBA training
in leadership, negotiation, and business communication while focusing on the real estate
industry. The program has a dedicated advisory council that includes industry leaders who
are engaged and enthusiastic mentors for each student.
With the expertise of internationally known faculty from both the nationally ranked College
of Design and the Ivy College of Business, you will acquire a deeper understanding of the
real estate development process and the skills necessary to be successful. This program
will enhance your skills, enabling greater return and productivity in your current work, as
well as build your skill set to take your career to new heights. It will provide you with the
personal and professional achievement of earning a master's degree, while still working in
your profession.
Once you are admitted, you have personal access to a team of support professionals to
help you be successful in the program. The MRED is a full-service program; each student
receives class registration assistance, support from our graduate career services office, and
access to mentoring and networking opportunities.
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