Chapman’s MSRE Program Launches Next Generation of Real Estate Professionals; Proves Competitive in Region

Chapman University’s Masters of Science in Real Estate program provides a unique opportunity to learn the fundamentals of real estate development, finance and investment in the heart of one of the country’s most dynamic real estate landscapes.

“There has never been a more important time, or a more opportune time, to become a part of the real estate industry in Southern California,” says Henrik Cronqvist, dean of Chapman’s Argyros School of Business and Economics. “We designed this program for people who want to make a real impact on the economy and how people live their lives. Whether they come from a real estate background or not, they will find the connections and knowledge they need to be successful.”

The rigorous curriculum in the MSRE program is supplemented by frequent industry guest speakers – 90 so far – who offer real-world expertise and guidance for students who are just starting out. Students also visit ongoing development projects in the Orange County area.

In April 2022, five students from the program bested the University of California, Irvine in a competition held by a national commercial real estate association. The Real Estate Challenge was held in Orange County for the first time by NAIOP, which has pitted USC against UCLA in a Los Angeles contest for 25 years.

“Taking the ‘Orange Cup’ was a great signature accomplishment for the program,” said Chris Lowe, director of real estate programs at the George L. Argyros School of Business & Economics.

The Chapman team – Isabella Zelinger, Darrah Shaygan, Robert Bond, Cole Fleming and Asher Friedman – is part of the second cohort in the history of the new program at Argyros.

“It was an honor to be able to represent Chapman and show what the MSRE program is all about,” said Shaygan, who graduated from Chapman with a finance degree in 2021.

For more information about the MSRE program, please visit www.Chapman.edu/msre