Kickstart a Career in Commercial Real Estate

The Reichard Real Estate Academy (RREA) is Gies' premier commercial real estate program designed to prepare students for careers in real estate finance. The Academy's five-semester curriculum includes real estate-specific financial modeling courses and detailed analyses of real-world transactions, equipping members with both technical skills and industry-relevant knowledge.

RREA trains its students to develop a well-rounded knowledge base in commercial real estate through case studies, case competitions, market/industry discussions, and software training (Microsoft Office, Costar, Argus).

The Reichard Real Estate Academy offers students the opportunity to engage in private alumni networking, Chicago firm treks, guest lecturer events, and mentorship to support them in acquiring internship /fulI-time roles. Within RREA, students are able to form a robust finance network with Iike-minded individuals, experienced faculty, and alumni from a wide variety of career paths and firms.

RREA is seeking motivated sophomore students who have a strong passion for commercial real estate finance. The Academy has a strict focus on finance and requires students to take several finance courses within the Gies College of Business.