Career Development and Mentoring

Unparalleled Opportunities

A critical component of the MRED program is informal learning, career development and mentoring, which is curated by MRED’s career coach. Our graduates enter the real estate field with state-of-the-art knowledge, skills and connections to make an immediate, lasting impact. Students will emerge prepared for positions around the world in:

• Private industry, including development, management and investment
• The nonprofit sphere, including affordable housing projects, land acquisition and financing
• The public sector, including strategic planning, community development and asset management

Leading industry experts are deeply involved in training MRED students and teach 70% of the courses. Beyond-the-classroom learning is also a key component of students’ educational experience, including the following informal learning opportunities:

• Field trips and site visits
• Guest lectures and panel discussions
• Mentorship opportunities
• Industry networking events
• Real estate competitions
• Mock interviews
• Practice pro forma interview tests
• Engagement with the UCLA Real Estate Alumni Group (REAG)

Career Connect

Kris Hergert
Director of Career Development & Industry Engagement
khergert@luskin.ucla.edu