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Ashford University Launches Online Bachelor’s Degree in Real Estate Studies
Posted April 18, 2011 04:43 PM
Overall employment of real estate brokers and sales agents is expected to grow by 14% through 2018, which is faster than the average rate for all other occupations, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. A license is required to practice in every state and the District of Columbia.
In an effort to help more adults earn credentials in this field, Ashford University recently announced in a press release that it will launch an online bachelor's of arts (BA) degree in real estate studies. This program covers the theory and business of real estate as well as the laws and regulations that govern it.
"Ashford
Online Bachelor’s Degree in Real Estate Studies Program Launched University's BA degree in real estate studies equips those students seeking any number of careers in real estate, investment and real estate support services, preparing them to be professionals in this critical field," said Steve McQueen, program chair for economics and quantitative methods in the school's College of Business and Professional Studies.
University officials note that this track was created in order to meet the potential growth in real estate careers that is predicted to occur over the next several years.
