Real Estate Design & Development, Certificate
The Certificate in Real Estate Design and Development is open only to Master’s degree students already enrolled at the Weitzman School of Design in Architecture, City Planning, Historic Preservation, or Landscape Architecture. Certificate students must complete five course units from the following list of courses; with at least one course each from Architecture, City Planning, and Wharton.
For more information: https://www.design.upenn.edu/all-degrees-certificates/real-estate-design-and-development-certificate
Curriculum
| Code | Title | Course Units |
|---|---|---|
| Select 5 of the following: 1 | 5 | |
| Project Management I | ||
| Introduction to Property Development | ||
or ARCH 7610 | Introduction to Real Estate Development for Architects | |
| Progressive Development 2 | ||
| Design and Development | ||
| Implementation of Urban Design | ||
| Real Estate Investment: Analysis and Financing 3 | ||
or REAL 7050 | Global Real Estate: Risk, Politics and Culture | |
| Real Estate Law | ||
| Real Estate Development 4 | ||
| Total Course Units | 5 | |
Real Estate Design and Development Certificate for MCP-PPD Students
In addition to the four courses taken to meet the PPD concentration requirements in the Master of City Planning program, students must take 3 additional courses from the above list to also receive the REDD certificate. Courses may not double count for the PPD concentration and the REDD certificate.
The degree and major requirements displayed are intended as a guide for students entering in the Fall of 2026 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation.