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REAL ESTATE
Real Estate majors prepare themselves to advice clients in the process of buying and selling property, both commercial
and residential. Good business sense and an understanding of the market are necessary to succeed in real estate. (UNI
Real Estate Major)
POSSIBLE OCCUPATIONS
(Some of these occupations may require additional education and experience)
Assessor
Asset Manager
Auctioneer
Building Inspector
Building Superintendent
Claims Adjuster
Commercial lender
Construction Manager
Credit Counselor
Development Specialist/Assistant
Financial Analyst
Financial Examiner
Land Development
Land Use Planner
Leasing
Agent/Management/Specialist
Manager
Market Analyst
Mortgage Loan
Officer/Lender
Project Manager
Property advisors
Property Manager
Realtors
Right-of-way agent
POSSIBLE AREAS OF INTEREST
Appraisal
Asset Management
Government
Corporate Real Estate
Counseling and Advising
Sales/Brokerage and Leasing
Title Research and Examination
Development
Research and Education
Property Management
SELECTED WEB RESOURCES
(NOTE: Links to non-UNI Internet sites are provided for your convenience and do not constitute an endorsement)
Exploring Careers
UNI Career Services
UNI Business
QuinCareers: What Can I do with a Major in Real Estate?
Real Estate Job Options
Job Hunting
UNI Career Service – Job Board
Indeed – Real Estate
Professional organizations/associations
Iowa Association of Realtors
National Association of Realtors
National Association of Real Estate Brokers
Commercial Real Estate Development Association
National Association of Real Estate Editors
SEARCH THE INTERNET
Use keywords such as the name of the field plus careers or jobs – e.g. “careers in Real Estate” or “Real Estate jobs” or
jobs in “Real Estate.” Use phrases such as “what can I do with a major in…” with the name of the field of interest – e.g.
“what can I do with a major in Real Estate.”
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