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Real Estate and Urban Action Transforming Communities and Increasing Access to Opportunity

6 Credits听

Freshman Only

Professors: Neil McCullagh and Geoff Sanzenbacher听

The course explores how interaction among housing, labor markets, and wealth accumulation leads to social, economic, and racial inequality. Housing will be examined through a study of affordable housing history, an exploration of the transformation of Columbia Point public housing development into Harbor Point, and an applied simulation. Economic theory on housing markets will also be covered. Labor markets will be explored at the theoretical level (e.g., labor supply/demand, human capital), before diving into data and literature on how changes over the last 40 years have expanded inequality. The course will include in-depth discussions of how the lack of both affordable housing and quality labor market opportunities can interact to restrict intergenerational wealth accumulation and opportunity. The course will challenge students to explore and test solutions for transforming distressed communities into safe, desirable neighborhoods that produce better outcomes for all residents through field projects, simulations, and a practical final project.

New Courses听

BSLW2025: Transit - Oriented Development

3 Credits

Wednesday at 4:30pm

Professor: John Hersey

Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) is a multi-use urban design strategy that clusters high-density housing, jobs, and services within walking distance of public transport hubs to reduce car dependency and promote sustainable urban growth. TOD promotes pedestrian-scale design, local economic vitality, and a diverse range of uses in pursuit of convenient, low-impact sustainability, while equitable transit-oriented development (eTOD) prioritizes inclusive community development that aims to manage gentrification, mitigate displacement, and encourage transit ridership. This course outlines and compares the tenets of TOD and eTOD, showcases exemplary TOD and eTOD projects from across the United States, and considers opportunities to improve development paradigms in the years to come as climate change compels more sustainable growth models.

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BSLW2700:听Engaging the City: Real Estate and Large-Scale Development

1 Credit

Monday's from 9:00-12:00pm

Professor: Tom O'Brien

This course provides a first-hand guided exploration of large-scale real estate development through the lens of a 162-acre mixed-use project. Students will examine how historical land use鈥攆rom transportation and entertainment to highway infrastructure鈥攕hapes contemporary development opportunities and constraints. The course addresses the critical human element of real estate, emphasizing relationship-building, partnership development, and stakeholder collaboration as foundational to project success. Students gain practical knowledge of capital markets and financing structures, evaluate climate change impacts and coastal resilience strategies in planning, and gain insight into the complexities of construction processes and union relationships. Through this integrated approach, students learn to navigate the technical, financial, environmental, and interpersonal dimensions of transforming underutilized parcels into vibrant, resilient communities.

BSLW2210:听Commercial Real Estate Market Analysis

1 Credit

Monday's at 4:30pm

Professor: Phil Mobley

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of analyzing commercial real estate (CRE) markets, highlighting the role of market analysts in shaping development, investment, and occupancy decisions. Students will explore the unique challenges of analyzing commercial real estate, including how it differs from other sectors. The course covers key components of market analysis, including economics, research, and communication, using real-world illustrations. It also employs practical exercises to introduce students to the skills, tools, and data sources that industry professionals depend on. Students will get a taste of what it means to synthesize quantitative and qualitative inputs into insights that inform decisions for an array of real estate practitioners, from developers and investors to brokers and corporate strategists. By the end of the course, students will understand how market analysis drives value in the commercial real estate industry and be aware of the various career opportunities available to CRE market analysts. This course is best suited for students who have already been in the program for a year or two.

BSLW2260: Commerical Real Estate Leasing: Strategies and Best Practices听

1 Credit

Monday at 6:00pm

Professor: Robert Nahigian

This one-credit course, taught by industry veteran Robert J. Nahigian, provides students with comprehensive insight into commercial real estate leasing from both landlord and tenant perspectives. Drawing from over five decades of experience and $7.1 billion in transactions, Mr. Nahigian will guide students through the essential elements of lease negotiations, market analysis, financial considerations, and deal structuring. Students will examine real-world case studies from his extensive portfolio of industrial, office, and retail properties, learning how to evaluate lease terms, understand key clauses, navigate common pitfalls, and develop effective leasing strategies. The course combines practical application with industry best practices, equipping students with the knowledge and skills necessary to represent clients effectively in commercial lease transactions. Whether pursuing a career in brokerage, corporate real estate, property management, or development, students will gain invaluable expertise from one of the nation's most awarded and respected commercial real estate educators and practitioners.

BSLW2300:听Decarbonization and Deep Energy Retrofits in Housing Development

1 Credit

Tuesday at 3:00pm

Professor: Caitlin Robillard听

This course examines how community development corporations are leading sustainable, affordable housing development through Allston Brighton CDC's ambitious goal to achieve net-zero energy by 2040. Students will explore the historical roots of CDCs in the Civil Rights Movement and the War on Poverty, understanding how they evolved from grassroots activism into sophisticated developers navigating complex financing tools such as Low-Income Housing Tax Credits. The course focuses on ABCDC's data-driven approach to decarbonization, driven by the urgency of the climate crisis, resident health concerns, and the mission to normalize deep energy retrofits in affordable housing. Through detailed case studies comparing two contrasting projects. Students will learn how energy audits, strategic partnerships, public policies such as BERDO, and green certification programs converge to make ambitious sustainability goals achievable within budget constraints. The course concludes with emerging frameworks such as decarbonization roadmaps and the "Zero Over Time" approach, offering actionable strategies to advance both environmental justice and housing equity.

BSLW2600:听Centering Real Estate Development in Health and Sustainability

1 Credits

Thursday's at 3:00pm

Professor: Kim Vermeer

What makes a place healthy?听 What can we do as citizens and leaders to create conditions for better health?听 Students will work in 4-5-person teams to develop a proposal for redeveloping a large vacant parcel. The redevelopment will be designed to address historical health, environmental, and economic disparities experienced in this community. The proposals will be grounded in sustainability and healthy-living principles.听

BSLW2525:听Real Estate Accelerator Financial Modeling in Practice

1 Credit

Tuesday's at 7:00pm

Professor: Michael Lane

This course develops practical, career-oriented skills for students exploring or preparing to enter real estate or a related industry. Particular emphasis is placed on utilizing Microsoft Excel to create functional financial models. Additionally, this course focuses on the valuation of real property and the decision-making process around determining the highest and best use. Led by an industry professional, undergraduate students participate heavily in the course's operations, culminating in a case study presentation.

Existing 3 Credit Courses听

BSLW: 1125 Real Estate Fundamentals (New Section)

3 Credits

Tuesday / Thursday at 10:30am

Professor: Taylor Perkins

This course introduces real estate, covering acquisition, development, financing, leasing, and management of income-producing properties. Topics include real estate terminology, Excel and financial modeling, various lease types, property cash flow analysis, design, market research, project identification, the entitlement process, financing, tenant decision-making, distressed properties, risk identification and mitigation, and neighborhood improvement.

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BSLW2700:听Urban Design: Introduction to Contemporary Issues

3 Credits

Wednesday at 4:30pm

Professor: Matt Littell

The course explores the changing demands on urban environments in the twenty-first century and the latest policies, technologies, and design approaches being developed to address them. Topics will include analyses of the factors that shape cities' physical form, including zoning and regulatory contexts, real estate development patterns, transportation infrastructure, environmental challenges, and aesthetics. The material will be introduced as case studies and surveys, with presentations by design professionals, city officials, and real estate developers. Students will gain literacy in zoning, real estate metrics, planning, and issues related to architectural design and large-scale urban design. The semester will conclude with a final project synthesizing many of the topics covered.

BSLW2208: Urban Action Lab

3 Credits

Thursday's at 10:00am

Professor: Ed Frechette听

Urban Action Lab is a semester long class that provides students with first hand experience within the field of real estate and urban action, working on projects that advance affordable housing and access to opportunity. Students pursue research projects in partnership with mission driven organizations from across the City of md传媒国产剧. Each project is completed in collaboration with a partner organization and are selected based on their potential for high-impact contribution to the organization. Project components include research, evaluation, interviewing, and writing. Students will work in close collaboration with partner agencies and fellow students. The class will meet once per week and will occasionally require students to attend meetings off-campus.听

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Existing 1 Credit Courses听

BSLW:2200 Real Estate Colloquium: Leadership and Innovation in Real Estate

1 Credit

Tuesday at 4:30pm

Professor: Neil McCullagh

Real Estate Colloquium provides an overview of the field of real estate. Each session welcomes real estate professionals to present on finance, investment, law, planning, and public policy. The course offers insight into diverse topics, including Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs), capital markets, leasing, brokerage, and development. Industry leaders provide a comprehensive view of the intricate world of real estate and the multiple disciplines that shape it. Students will gain an immersive experience that goes beyond theoretical concepts and develop a foundation in the fundamentals of various topics and career paths. The course meets seven times over the semester, beginning with an introductory session and followed by seven guest speakers and one panel of real estate professionals.

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BSLW2402: Real Estate Case Competitions

1 Credit

Professor: Taylor Perkins

What does it take to solve one of our most pressing challenges, the affordable housing crisis? In this immersive 9-week course, you'll find out. Working in teams, students will learn to tackle a real-world affordable housing development challenge from start to finish. Students will research sites, analyze market conditions, build a financial model, and ultimately present a development proposal to seasoned industry professionals. The course culminates with students participating in the Corcoran Center Annual National Affordable Housing Case Competition, competing directly with top students from universities across the country, and interacting directly with stakeholders and employers from real estate and related industries. This course focuses on high-impact skills that define successful real estate and related industry professionals, such as rigorous analysis, creative problem-solving, persuasive presentation, and the ability to perform under pressure. Students create a tangible portfolio, in the form of a completed development proposal, that serves as a valuable differentiator throughout the recruiting process and future professional endeavors. This course is offered in a hybrid modality.

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