Dubai Business School Undergraduate

BBA in Real Estate Management

4 Years
120 hours Credit Hours
English
Fall & Spring

Overview

Build a career in one of the UAE’s most dynamic industries—real estate. The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Real Estate Management at the University of Dubai equips students with a strong foundation in property valuation, real estate finance, and urban development.

This program blends academic theory with real-world experience through partnerships with top real estate firms in Dubai. Students gain:

  • In-depth knowledge of property investment, appraisal, and sales

  • Practical skills in real estate law, urban planning, and asset management

  • Exposure to market trends, zoning regulations, and smart city development

  • Access to internships, field visits, and expert guest lectures

With Dubai’s ever-evolving skyline and investment opportunities, this program prepares students to thrive in a high-growth, high-impact industry—whether in residential, commercial, or mixed-use developments.

Admission Requirements

English
High school grade in English 80% or pass the UD EPT

Who Is This Program For?

This program is designed for students who are passionate about real estate, urban development, and investment strategy. It is ideal for:

  • High school graduates seeking a career in property development, brokerage, or valuation

  • Aspiring real estate entrepreneurs and developers

  • Individuals interested in urban planning, land use, or sustainable city design

  • Future professionals who want to work in real estate finance, asset management, or investment advisory

  • Students looking to join or launch family businesses in real estate

  • Young professionals aiming to understand both the business and regulatory sides of the property market

Whether you want to manage a real estate portfolio, become a licensed broker, or develop residential and commercial projects, this program will provide you with the skills and credentials to succeed.

Study Plan

Year 1
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Year 2
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Year 3
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Year 4
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Year 1
Semester 1
Course Code Course Title Prerequisite Co-requisite C.H.
BMAT 102 Business Mathematics None None 3
BBUS 103 Digital Skills For Business None None 3
BESP 101 Business English None None 3
BBUS 200 Introduction to Responsible Business None None 3
BACC 205 Principles of Financial Accounting None None 3
Semester Credits 15
Accumulated Credits 15
Semester 2
Course Code Course Title Prerequisite Co-requisite C.H.
BECN 100 Microeconomics BMAT 102 or GMAT 110 or GMATC 110; BESP 101 or ENGL 100 or ESPUC 200 None 3
BBUS 202 Business Innovation and Entrepreneurship None None 3
BMNG 200 Management & Organization Behavior BESP 101 or ENGL 100 or ESPUC 200 None 3
BSTA 200 Statistical Analysis BMAT 102 or GMAT 115 or GMATC 110 None 3
BMRK 200 Principles of Marketing None None 3
Semester Credits 15
Accumulated Credits 30
Year 2
Semester 3
Course Code Course Title Prerequisite Co-requisite C.H.
BBUS 205 Quantitative Analysis in Business BSTA 200 or BSTAC 200 None 3
BBUS 305 Business Law BESP 101 or ENGL 105 or ESPUC 200 None 3
BECN 225 Macroeconomics BECN 100 or BECNC 100 None 3
BBUS 225 Research Methods BSTA 200 or BSTAC 200 None 3
BMNG 315 International Business Management BESP 101 or BBUS 200 None 3
15
Accumulated Credits 45
Semester 4
Course Code Course Title Prerequisite Co-requisite C.H.
BBUS 201 Business Analytics BSTA 200 or BSTAC 200 None 3
BBUS 345 AI in Business BBUS 103 or GITB 120 or GITBC 120 None 3
BBUS 405 Strategic Management Capstone "45 CH " None 3
BMNG 310 Operations Management BBUS 205 None 3
BFIN 200 Principles of Financial Management BACC 205 None 3
Semester Credits 15
Accumulated Credits 60
Year 3
Semester 5
Course Code Course Title Prerequisite Co-requisite C.H.
BREA 401 Real Estate Finance and Investment 60 CH 3
BREA 402 Property Valuation and Appraisal 60 CH 3
BREA 403 Real Estate Law and Regulatory Framework 60 CH 3
Minor 1 3
Minor 2 3
Semester Credits 15
Accumulated Credits 75
Semester 6
Course Code Course Title Prerequisite Co-requisite C.H.
BREA 404 Urban Planning and Sustainable Development 60 CH 3
BREA 405 Facilities and Property Management 60 CH 3
Minor 3 3
Minor 4 3
Minor 5 3
Semester Credits 15
Accumulated Credits 90
Year 4
Semester 7
Course Code Course Title Prerequisite Co-requisite C.H.
BREA 406 Real Estate Marketing and Sales 60 CH 3
BREA 407 Global and Regional Real Estate Markets 60 CH 3
BREA 408 Real Estate Risk Management 60 CH 3
BREA 409 Digital Transformation in Real Estate 60 CH 3
Minor 6 3
Semester Credits 15
Accumulated Credits 105
Semester 8
Course Code Course Title Prerequisite Co-requisite C.H.
BEMG 307 Emerging Issues in Real Estate Management 60 CH None 3
BBUS 301 Professional Certification None None 3
BBUS 302 Career and Personality Development None None 3
BREA 467 /473 Internship / Industry Project 99 CH None 6
Semester Credits 15
Accumulated Credits 120

Year 1

Semester 1
Course Code Course Title Prerequisite Co-requisite C.H.
BMAT 102 Business Mathematics None None 3
BBUS 103 Digital Skills For Business None None 3
BESP 101 Business English None None 3
BBUS 200 Introduction to Responsible Business None None 3
BACC 205 Principles of Financial Accounting None None 3
Semester Credits 15
Accumulated Credits 15
Semester 2
Course Code Course Title Prerequisite Co-requisite C.H.
BECN 100 Microeconomics BMAT 102 or GMAT 110 or GMATC 110; BESP 101 or ENGL 100 or ESPUC 200 None 3
BBUS 202 Business Innovation and Entrepreneurship None None 3
BMNG 200 Management & Organization Behavior BESP 101 or ENGL 100 or ESPUC 200 None 3
BSTA 200 Statistical Analysis BMAT 102 or GMAT 115 or GMATC 110 None 3
BMRK 200 Principles of Marketing None None 3
Semester Credits 15
Accumulated Credits 30

Year 2

Semester 3
Course Code Course Title Prerequisite Co-requisite C.H.
BBUS 205 Quantitative Analysis in Business BSTA 200 or BSTAC 200 None 3
BBUS 305 Business Law BESP 101 or ENGL 105 or ESPUC 200 None 3
BECN 225 Macroeconomics BECN 100 or BECNC 100 None 3
BBUS 225 Research Methods BSTA 200 or BSTAC 200 None 3
BMNG 315 International Business Management BESP 101 or BBUS 200 None 3
15
Accumulated Credits 45
Semester 4
Course Code Course Title Prerequisite Co-requisite C.H.
BBUS 201 Business Analytics BSTA 200 or BSTAC 200 None 3
BBUS 345 AI in Business BBUS 103 or GITB 120 or GITBC 120 None 3
BBUS 405 Strategic Management Capstone "45 CH " None 3
BMNG 310 Operations Management BBUS 205 None 3
BFIN 200 Principles of Financial Management BACC 205 None 3
Semester Credits 15
Accumulated Credits 60

Year 3

Semester 5
Course Code Course Title Prerequisite Co-requisite C.H.
BREA 401 Real Estate Finance and Investment 60 CH 3
BREA 402 Property Valuation and Appraisal 60 CH 3
BREA 403 Real Estate Law and Regulatory Framework 60 CH 3
Minor 1 3
Minor 2 3
Semester Credits 15
Accumulated Credits 75
Semester 6
Course Code Course Title Prerequisite Co-requisite C.H.
BREA 404 Urban Planning and Sustainable Development 60 CH 3
BREA 405 Facilities and Property Management 60 CH 3
Minor 3 3
Minor 4 3
Minor 5 3
Semester Credits 15
Accumulated Credits 90

Year 4

Semester 7
Course Code Course Title Prerequisite Co-requisite C.H.
BREA 406 Real Estate Marketing and Sales 60 CH 3
BREA 407 Global and Regional Real Estate Markets 60 CH 3
BREA 408 Real Estate Risk Management 60 CH 3
BREA 409 Digital Transformation in Real Estate 60 CH 3
Minor 6 3
Semester Credits 15
Accumulated Credits 105
Semester 8
Course Code Course Title Prerequisite Co-requisite C.H.
BEMG 307 Emerging Issues in Real Estate Management 60 CH None 3
BBUS 301 Professional Certification None None 3
BBUS 302 Career and Personality Development None None 3
BREA 467 /473 Internship / Industry Project 99 CH None 6
Semester Credits 15
Accumulated Credits 120