The purpose of the program is to bring together the private (decision-making) and public (policy) aspects of real estate development and to help students develop the skills needed to develop land in metropolitan areas. The program is interdisciplinary and covers all major aspects of the development process including design, feasibility analysis, land use regulation, market and location analysis, and negotiation. Thus, graduates from the program would bridge the gap between land use professional with training in fields such as city planning, government, and public policy and those trained in business administration. Graduates from this program should be able to understand the constraints and incentives faced by both the private and public sectors when making land use recommendations and decisions.

The program is accredited by the prestigious American Assembly of Collegiate Schools of Business, as well as by regional accrediting agencies.

You can view a video about urban sprawl featuring ULD/PPA Professor Rob Wassmer.