What to do after a Bachelor's degree in real estate

Do you have a Bachelor's degree in real estate or are you about to get one? Congratulations! This 3-year post-baccalaureate course opens many doors for you in a dynamic and constantly evolving sector. There are several options open to you, ranging from direct entry into the job market to continuing your studies.

Let's find out more about the professional and academic opportunities that await you.

What is a real estate Bachelor's degree and what skills does it develop?

The Real Estate Bachelor's degree is a bac+3 level course that enables students to acquire essential skills in the real estate sector. Unlike a university degree, this business school diploma has a strong professional and practical focus. It combines theory (law, finance, taxation) with operational skills (negotiation techniques, rental management, property transactions).

Bachelors in real estate are generally available after a 2-year higher education qualification, such as a BTS in real estate professions or a business course. The latter option offers the advantage of significant professional experience and an already-established network.

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By the end of your training, you will have mastered the fundamentals of property management, property administration, property transactions and property development. These versatile skills will enable you either to enter the job market directly, or to continue your studies towards a 5-year higher education qualification.

What careers are available after a Bachelor's degree in real estate?

The real estate sector offers a wide range of career opportunities for holders of a Bachelor's degree. Here are the main areas in which you can work:

In property transactions, you could become :

• Property negotiator, an intermediary between buyers and sellers, responsible for canvassing and selling properties;
• Estate agent, once you have obtained your professional licence;
• estate agency manager, supervising a team of negotiators.

Opportunities in property management include :

• Co-ownership manager, responsible for the administration of apartment blocks;
• Rental manager, dealing with tenants and landlords;
• Property administrator, managing property assets on behalf of owners.
• In property development, you could work as a :
• Customer and marketing manager
• Property sales manager;
• Land prospector, identifying land suitable for new projects.

You can also work in the property consultancy sector as a property investment adviser or property asset manager.

What further study is possible after a Bachelor's degree in real estate?

If you want to develop your skills further and move into positions of greater responsibility, there are several courses available at bac+5 level:

Specialised Masters in real estate allow you to specialise in a specific field such as property management, property development or transactions. These two-year courses prepare you for management or expert positions.

Master of Science (MSc) programmes offer a more international approach, often with a focus on digital technology. IPAG Business School offers specialised MSc courses such as Digital Entrepreneur & Project Manager and Digital Marketing & Data Analysis, giving you the dual skills that are in great demand on the job market.

MBAs (Master of Business Administration) offer a more global vision of management applied to the real estate sector. At IPAG, for example, you can opt for the MBA International Business Development or the MBA Energy & Sustainability Transformation, recognised courses that combine managerial expertise with sector specialisation.

How do you choose between entering the world of work and continuing your studies?

This decision depends on a number of factors.

Your career goals: if you are aiming for managerial or executive positions, further training will often be necessary. On the other hand, if you want to put your skills into practice quickly, you may prefer to enter the job market straight away.

Your experience: if you did your

work-linked Bachelor's degree, you already have significant experience that can make it easier for you to enter the job market.

Opportunities: the real estate sector has a constant need for qualified professionals. An interesting opportunity can justify an immediate entry into working life.

Work-linked training remains a preferred option, even for those continuing their studies, enabling you to combine the acquisition of advanced skills with professional experience.

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To develop your career after a real estate Bachelor's degree, IPAG Business School offers a range of excellent courses that meet the needs of the market. These include

The Master of Science with specialisations in Digital Entrepreneur & Project Manager, Digital Marketing & Data Analysis or Digital Transformation Manager: these dual-skill courses will help you stand out in an increasingly digital job market;

The Master of Business Administration with specialisations in International Business Development, Finance & Investments, Digital Strategy Design & Transformation or Energy & Sustainability Transformation: these programmes prepare you for international management positions by giving you recognised sector expertise.

These courses, which can be taken after a Bachelor's degree, are a real springboard for your career in real estate and property.