Program Overview

Real Estate, Associate of Science (AS)

Overview

The Real Estate curriculum is designed to provide the student with the courses necessary to master the basic facets of the real estate industry. The curriculum appeals to all students interested in the real estate business, but it also is designed to prepare students for professional certification as real estate salespersons and brokers.

Requirements

• Complete all of the following:
  • All Department Requirements listed below with a “C” or better or “P” in each course (at least 20% of the department requirements must be completed through SBCC).
  • A minimum of 18 units of SBCC General Education Requirements (Areas A-D) and Institutional Requirements (Area E) and Information Competency Requirement (Area F)
  • A total of 60 degree-applicable units (SBCC courses numbered 100 and higher).
  • Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better in all units attempted at SBCC.
  • Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better in all college units attempted.
  • A total of 12 units through SBCC.

Course List

Learning Outcomes

• Analyze common real estate problems, apply appropriate solutions, and interpret outcomes.
• Meet career preparation goals, as well as prepare for a state licensing exam.
• Explain the process for making home purchase or sale decisions and completing real estate transactions.
• Demonstrate mastery of program-specific concepts and skills. (e.g., understand theory and application in real estate finance, investments, property management and financial institutions).