Urban Real Estate and Development, Minor

This minor, co-sponsored by Real Estate (Wharton) and Urban Studies (Arts and Sciences), is designed to enable students to combine an interest in Urban Studies and Real Estate Development. Students take a total of seven Urban Studies and Real Estate courses, in consultation with the minor advisor.  

Prerequisite to taking any Wharton courses: ECON 0001 Introduction to Micro Economics and ECON 0002 Introductory Economics: Macro. Also, check prerequisites for Wharton courses and fulfill.)

Minor Requirements
Core Courses
Select two of the following URBS Core courses:2
Transformations of Urban America: Making the Unequal Metropolis, 1945 to Today
Urban Law 1
Urban Redevelopment
Transformations of Urban America: Making the Unequal Metropolis, 1945 to Today
Select two of the following REAL Core courses:2
Real Estate Law 1
Urban Real Estate Economics
Urban Fiscal Policy
Electives
Select 3 course units of URBS and REAL Electives 23
Total Course Units7
1

Take either URBS 2040 Urban Law or REAL 2040 Real Estate Law, not both.

2

See lists of approved electives on website.


The degree and major requirements displayed are intended as a guide for students entering in the Fall of 2023 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation.