About the Real Estate Minor
The real estate market is constantly evolving. That’s what makes it such an exciting
career path for many UW students. UW’s real estate minor provides students with a
comprehensive understanding of real estate concepts, including investment strategies,
underwriting analysis and property valuation techniques. As you delve into real-world
investment scenarios, you’ll learn to analyze property data, evaluate investment opportunities
and develop investment strategies.
Here at UW, we’re committed to continuous learning and improvement. We always incorporate
the latest industry insights and research into our discussions to ensure you're well-prepared
to thrive in today's dynamic real estate landscape.
Students must be actively pursuing an undergraduate degree at the University of Wyoming to declare a minor in real estate.
What can you do with a minor in real estate?
A minor in real estate can open doors to a wide range of careers in property management, development, finance and investment. You might work as a real estate agent, appraiser or property manager or pursue roles in commercial leasing, mortgage lending or real estate law. This minor also adds value to majors like finance, marketing, construction management and pre-law by giving you specialized knowledge of property markets, valuation and transactions—skills that are useful in both the public and private sectors.
- Real estate agent or broker
- Property manager
- Real estate appraiser
- Leasing consultant
- Mortgage loan officer
- Real estate analyst
- Commercial real estate associate
- Real estate investor or developer
- Title or escrow officer
- Urban or regional planner (with additional qualifications)
Absolutely. UW’s real estate minor teaches students key concepts in real estate, finance, investment banking and law. So although many of our students pursue careers in real estate, many also use their knowledge and skills to pursue careers in finance and other business fields.
Notable UW College of Business alumni employers:
- Amazon
- Vail Resorts
- Kroenke Sports & Entertainment
- Hyatt Vacation Ownership
- US Radiology Specialists
- Northwestern Mutual
- Starwood Hotels & Resorts
- Danone
- AllTrails
Yes, a real estate minor is useful—especially if you're interested in business, finance, construction, law or entrepreneurship. It gives you foundational knowledge of property markets, investment strategies and real estate law, which can give you a competitive edge in a variety of industries. Even if you don’t pursue a career directly in real estate, the skills you gain—like market analysis, negotiation and financial literacy—are highly transferable and valuable in many professional settings.
