Directed Group Study
This one-unit elective offers intensive, team-based experience in real estate development analysis through an approved development competition. Depending on the competition, students analyze development, investment, design, planning, housing, finance, construction, technology, policy, or other real estate challenges and develop integrated recommendations. The course emphasizes applied problem-solving, interdisciplinary decision-making, development analysis, teamwork, and professional communication. Preparation may include faculty-guided workshops, practice exercises, case studies, critiques, and presentations. Once the competition begins, students must follow all rules, including restrictions on faculty coaching and outside assistance.
Topics
- 1. Analyze a complex real estate development or investment opportunity under significant time constraints. 2. Integrate market, financial, design, entitlement, development, and implementation considerations into a coherent strategy. 3. Evaluate alternative development and investment scenarios using quantitative and qualitative analysis. 4. Develop and defend a clear investment and development recommendation supported by evidence. 5. Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary real estate development team. 6. Communicate complex analysis through concise, professional written, visual, and oral presentation materials. 7. Apply professional judgment, time management, and team accountability in a competitive real estate case environment.
Official catalogue course objectives and student learning outcomes
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027