Business Management (429)
Real Estate Broker

Southern State Business Banner, Business Management Real Estate Broker

This program can be completed entirely Online.

Nature of Profession

Managerial personnel oversee, direct and plan the work of others as well as determine business policy. Real Estate agents and brokers will have a thorough knowledge of residential and commercial property in a given community. Real Estate professionals must determine which properties best fit the needs and budgets of their clients. This will require a working knowledge of local zoning and tax laws as well as where to obtain financing for purchase is required in this field. Agents and brokers also act as a medium for negotiations between the buyer and seller. Successful completion of specific courses within this program will qualify you to sit for the "Ohio Real Estate Salesperson" Exam. In addition, the successful completion of this program along with other Ohio Division of Real Estate requirements will qualify you to sit for the "Ohio Real Estate Brokers License" Exam.

To view current Job Postings related to the Business Management - Real Estate Broker Program visit:

OhioMeansJobs.com

After successful completion of the Business Management - Real Estate Broker Degree (or 60 semester credit hours) students will be required to complete a criminal records check of both state & FBI records at a cost of about $60, exact cost may vary by location. Information on performing a background check can be found on the Broker Examination Application. Students will be required to submit a completed Broker Examination Application with a $135.00 fee. Additional details and requirements can be found on the following websites:

Requirements for an Ohio Real Estate Salesperson's License | Ohio Department of Commerce

Requirements for an Ohio Real Estate Broker's License | Ohio Department of Commerce

Transfer Agreements

Southern State has articulation/transfer agreements with many four-year institutions. Find the transfer agreements for Business Management below.

  • Franklin University
  • Miami University
  • University of Phoenix
  • WGU Ohio
  • Wilmington College
  • Wright State University

Earn Industry Certifications

In this program students will have the opportunity to achieve industry level certifications. Our curriculum aligns with the certification content. Below are certifications that students can obtain as they move through the program. To learn more about the Microsoft Office Specialist certification visit the Test Centers. To learn more about the Ohio Real Estate Salesperson Exam visit the Ohio Department of Commerce

  • Ohio Real Estate Salesperson Logo
  • Microsoft Office Specialist Logo

Interested in a Certificate Program?

Are you only interested in taking the three classes that qualify you to sit for the "Ohio Real Estate Salesperson" Exam? View our Real Estate Certificate Program.

Program Outcomes

Graduates of this program should be able to:

  • Demonstrate understanding of real estate negotiation complexities and legalities of both a seller and a buyer.
  • Demonstrate a working knowledge of zoning and tax laws related to real estate sales.
  • Demonstrate the ability to be proficient in the mathematical concepts required of the Real Estate Industry.

Graduates of this program should be able to demonstrate proficiency in:

  • Critical Thinking - Students will evaluate business problems from the perspective of multiple business disciplines.
  • Analyzing Reports - Students will calculate, analyze and interpret financial information, and use financial data for business decision- making. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the accounting process and prepare basic financial statements.
  • Problem Solving - Analyze a business situation and recommend a course of action.
  • Communication - Prepare a written business report that is logical, concise, grammatically correct, and clear to the target audience. Present an oral presentation that is logical, clear, and well organized.
  • Professionalism / Technology - Employ technology to efficiently analyze reflective, strategic, and analytical skills in making business decisions to resolve business issues.
  • Culture & Context - Combine critical thinking, teamwork, collaboration, problem-solving, and decision-making skills that optimize business outcomes.

Courses

Fall Semester | First Year

Course # Course Title Credits
ACCT 1101 Principles of Financial Accounting 3
REST 1171 Principles of Real Estate 3
REST 1173 Real Estate Law 3
REST 2275 Real Estate Finance and Appraisal 3
ENGL 1101 English Composition I 3

Spring Semester | First Year

Course # Course Title Credits
ACCT 1102 Principles of Managerial Accounting 3
CSCI 2218 Excel 3
BADM 2272 Business Communications 3
ENGL 1102 English Composition II 3
*MATH 1115 or MATH 1125 or Higher Math for the Business & Social Sciences or Quantitative Reasoning or Higher 3-4

Fall Semester | Second Year

Course # Course Title Credits
BADM 2204 Principles of Marketing 3
BADM 2220 Human Resources Management 3
BADM 2251 Business Law I 3
ECON 2205 Principles of Microeconomics 3
– – – – – – Arts & Humanities Elective 3

Spring Semester | Second Year

Course # Course Title Credits
BADM 2208 Supervision & Leadership 3
BADM 2216 Business Ethics 3
BADM 2222 Business Finance 3
BADM 2290 Problems in Business 3
ECON 2206 Principles of Macroeconomics 3
Program Total: 60-61

*MATH 1125 or higher is required for most transfer institutions.

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