Real Estate

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    Associate Degree of Applied Science
    Program Number: 
    101941
    Program Courses offered at the following Campuses: 
    For more information contact:
    Business & Marketing Program Cluster
    Phone: 
    (800) 322-6282 Ext. 6003 or (608) 246-6003

    About

    There are numerous career opportunities in residential, commercial and industrial real estate for trained men and women. You may become a broker, appraiser, property manager, or mortgage lender. Real estate includes the planning and developing of office buildings, industrial complexes, farms, planned recreational developments, public land acquisitions, shopping centers and the complex field of mortgage lending and finance.

    This program explores the basics of the real estate market, property rights, ownership, construction, financing and brokerage as they relate to the American consumer.

    Admissions

    Requirements for Program Application

    The following is required to process your application:

    • High School transcript - or
    • Completed COMPASS - or
    • HSED/GED Test Scores - or
    • College transcript showing an Associate Degree, Bachelor's or higher Degree
    Admission Processing Deadlines: 
    Spring 2010

    For this program applications must be received by January 15, 2010 to be considered for the spring semester.  All supporting documentation (transcripts, test scores, etc.) must be received by February 2, 2010.

    Fall 2010

    MATC begins collecting applications for the following year's Fall term on September 1st.  The Admissions Office will then begin processing those applications on the 3rd Monday in October. (Effective for the fall of 2010).

    Program Outcomes

    Program Outcomes: 
    1. Qualify for Wisconsin Real Estate and Brokers license and fulfill real estate continuing education requirements.
    2. Apply sales and marketing techniques to deliver successful real estate sales presentations.
    3. Apply technical knowledge and skills to use computer applications for real estate marketing and analysis.
    4. Present professional image by communicating effectively and confidently through presentations and written, electronic, verbal and nonverbal communication.
    5. Exhibit professional interpersonal skills by providing quality customer service, maintaining positive customer relations and demonstrating respect for client confidentiality.
    6. Develop and use business planning and management skills to guide and operate a successful real estate business.
    7. Apply appropriate real estate laws to draft enforceable contracts and forms, pass license exams, and practice legal real estate business.
    8. Demonstrate professional business skills through realistic goal setting, creative problem solving, practicing ethical behavior and applying appropriate teamwork skills in the work environment.

    Employment

    Graduation Requirements: 

    A grade of "C" or higher is required for all core (program specific) courses to graduate.

    Career Potential: 
    • Assessor/Home Inspector
    • Property Manager
    • Real Estate Appraiser
    • Loan Officer
    • Real Estate Broker
    • Real Estate Salesperson
    • Rental Agent

    Additional Info

    Additional Info about the Program: 

    For further program information, please contact Anne Blood at

    608-258-2416 or email:

    ablood@matcmadison.edu

     

    Please see the following link(s) for certificates related to this program:

     

    Property Management Certificate

     

     

    Last Modified: October 26, 2009