Real Estate and Infrastructure Capstone

2 Credits.

The Capstone course provides you with a mentored professional real estate industry experience that integrates all aspects of the MS in Real Estate and Infrastructure curriculum. You may choose one of three options:A real estate and/or infrastructure development project proposal. Students selecting this option work in teams to produce a state-of-the-art development proposal for a challenging site selected by Capstone faculty and judged by a project review board of faculty and industry professionals.A real estate and infrastructure research. Students selecting this option work individually or in teams to conduct original research and analysis of a critical issue in real estate and infrastructure development.An internship with a real estate company. Students selecting this option work on a portfolio of defined assignments mentored by an industry professional in a real estate company, agency, professional or industry association, or portfolio management company.Capstone choices will differ based on individual interests and career goals, but you are encouraged to choose experiences that provide an opportunity for growth and showcase your professional knowledge, skills and talent. Examples include a development proposal for a brownfield site; an analysis of weather-related risks in coastal infrastructure security; or a written participation/ observation report based on a supervised internship. The structure of deliverables may vary, but deliverables for all capstone experiences will include a written report, presentation slide deck, and oral presentation.<p>Students must receive approval and permission from their academic adviser before enrolling in this course.