Program Info
General Program Info
In the 21st century, Phoenix is the preeminent laboratory for the study of real estate development in the United States. Known for its climate and quality of life around the world, Phoenix has exhibited dramatic and sustained economic growth for the last half-century. The population of the Phoenix metro area has grown 66 percent between 1990 and 2004 with such growth trends expected to continue for another two to three decades. Commingled with new vibrant communities, retail and business centers, and places of recreation are many of the attributes of sprawl, transportation problems, and environmental degradation that are the by-products of rapid urbanization.
Given such rapid expansion, Phoenix is a crucible for real estate development, study, innovation, and knowledge creation. It is through strategic and pioneering approaches that Phoenix will continue to be important to our growing and changing regional and national society and serves as a significant learning platform. The Master of Real Estate Development program offers an industry relevant educational experience with real world linkages propelled by a rigorous exploration of the process and possibilities within contemporary real estate development.
Director's Message
Welcome to the Master of Real Estate Development (MRED) Program at Arizona State University!
It is an exciting time to be part of ASU's MRED Program. Comprised of a dynamic grouping of disciplines-design, law, construction, and business-the MRED Program is at the forefront of transdisciplinary education and advancement of both the leading theories and best practices in real estate development.
The program facilitates a meaningful and memorable connection with the fellow candidates, faculty, staff, and especially, with leading industry professionals who visit the program throughout the year. We are confident that MRED graduates having participated in this intense course of study, will become significant leaders within the real estate development industry wherever their careers may take them.
I again welcome you and encourage your full participation in this enriching and rigorous learning experience.
R. Nicholas Loope, FAIA
ASU MRED Director