Undergraduate programs
The Toulan School of Urban Studies and Planning offers an undergraduate major in community development. Community development is a process in which people act together to promote the social, economic, political, and physical well-being of their communities. Career opportunities are available in not-for-profit organizations, private consulting firms, and state, regional, and local governments. Community development practitioners work on a range of issues including housing, community organizing, transportation, the environment and economic development. The major prepares students for postbaccalaureate employment or graduate work in a professional or academic field.
Real Estate Development Minor
Requirements
The development and management of real estate is a vital function of the urban economy. The real estate development minor will provide education to students wanting to enter the industry. Students in the program will develop skills to evaluate real estate development proposals and understand how real estate development fits into regional planning and economic processes.
Courses
Electives (6)
RE 439 | Real Estate Valuation I | 4 |
USP 325U | Community and the Built Environment | 4 |
USP 326U | Neighborhood Conservation and Change | 4 |
USP 360 | Real Estate Finance I | 4 |
USP 427 | Downtown Revitalization | 3 |
USP 428 | Concepts of Community Development | 4 |
USP 451 | Community Economic Development | 3 |
USP 455 | Land Use: Legal Aspects | 3 |
USP 468 | Oregon Land Use Law | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 32