Careers
An Abbey MRED+D degree opens the door to a host of exciting career opportunities. Our goal is not only to prepare graduates with professional education and training, but also to expand their vision for the future.
Diverse career options for graduates of the Nancy and Douglas Abbey Master of Real Estate Development + Design program allow them to contribute to our society, economy, and planet – whether by starting new, innovative companies, financing net-positive real estate projects, designing climate resilient developments, or helping cities craft more inclusive and affordable neighborhoods. Program graduates enjoy a dual edge, offering employers and clients expertise in real estate finance and development along with a knowledge base in design and the built environment.
Components of the MRED+D Career Program
- Team of Industry Career Advisors
- Career Counseling
- Career Development Workshops
- Industry Panels
- Alumni Mentorship Program
- Membership in Professional Organizations Across Asset Classes: Urban Land Institute, NAIOP, and ICSC
- Travel to ULI Fall Meeting
- Career Fair
In addition, the Berkeley Real Estate Club provides a chance to meet a wide range of other graduate students interested in real estate, and offers a variety of professional development opportunities. Post-graduation, Abbey MRED+Ds will join the Berkeley Real Estate Alumni Association, an extensive network of Berkeley alumni in the Bay Area, across the country, and around the world who have graduated from CED, the Haas School of Business, Berkeley Law, and other related programs.
Abbey MRED+D students also benefit from the program’s exceptional practitioner faculty and guest lecturers, industry experts who play a vital role in course instruction.
Placement Statistics
Placement Rate: 100% within 6 months of graduation
Average Starting Salary: ~$122,000
- typical range: ~$100,000 to ~$155,000
Average Starting Annual Bonus : ~$14,000
- typical range: ~$10,000 to ~$25,000
Average Starting Compensation: ~$135,000
Sample Job Titles: Development Manager, Development Associate, Associate, Real Estate Asset Manager, VP of Development, Project Manager, Director of Development & Construction, Associate Development Manager, Investment Analyst, Real Estate Finance Associate, etc.
Sample Companies: