Program Overview

Introduction to the Real Estate Certificate

The Real Estate Certificate is designed to provide industry-specific credentials to individuals interested in entering the real estate profession. This certificate covers fundamental principles of both commercial and residential real estate, with a focus on investing and finance.

Program Details

• The Real Estate Certificate can be completed on-campus, online, or a combination of both.
• The program requires completion of five courses (three credit hours each) with a grade of C or better in each course, including a required internship.
• The courses include:
  • FN 370: Principles of Real Estate
  • FN 460: Finance Internship
  • FN 470: Real Estate Finance
  • FN 475: Real Estate Investment Analysis
  • MK 330: Professional Selling

Admission and Requirements

• Learn more about admission requirements for the Real Estate Certificate program.
• Upon successful completion of two of the five required courses, students can be certified to sit for the Alabama Real Estate Salesperson License Examination.

Who Can Benefit

• Individuals interested in preparing for a career in real estate and obtaining an Alabama Real Estate Salesperson License.
• Students wanting to enhance their resumes with industry-specific credentials for a potential real estate career.

Curriculum and Courses

Courses and Program Requirements

The Real Estate Certificate requires completion of the following five courses:

• FN 370: Principles of Real Estate
• FN 460: Finance Internship
• FN 470: Real Estate Finance
• FN 475: Real Estate Investment Analysis
• MK 330: Professional Selling Visit the UAB undergraduate catalog for course descriptions.

UAB and Collat School of Business Resources

• The Collat School of Business offers various resources, including academic advisors, faculty, staff, and advisory boards.
• UAB provides additional resources, such as the ability to apply, view degrees, give, and stay updated on news and events.

Nondiscrimination Statement

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex, genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status.