Real Estate Banner
Career & Academic Pathways >> Business & Hospitality
Contact Information
Becky Jones (Department Chair)
(831) 645-6130
bejones@mpc.edu

For Additional Info
• Download our Info Sheet 
 • Visit MPC Real Estate
• Connect with a Counselor

Program Overview

Explore the many facets of real estate and build industry knowledge, whether to become a licensed real estate salesperson, lender, or appraiser, or for personal knowledge and growth. MPC’s Real Estate program provides the opportunity to study California real estate practices, basic principles, property management, finance, and appraisal.

Job Outlook

The National Association of Realtors recently surveyed why and how people decide to go into real estate. Nearly half said real estate was their second career and 34% stated it was their third. Flexible hours and a general interest in real estate, followed by working with people and being an entrepreneur, were the most attractive reasons for working in the industry. The most important skills for success were people skills, self-motivation, negotiation, and problem-solving.

Potential Careers

Real Estate Sales Agents

$32,120 - $127,800

*Real Estate Brokers
(may require additional training)

$33,070 - $208,000+

*Loan Officers
(may require additional training)

$28,490 - $141,320

*Real Estate Appraisers
(may require additional training)

$45,270 - $129,120

*Property Managers
(may require additional training)

$28,610 - $134,690

MPC Degrees and Certificates

  • Real Estate : Associate in Science (AS) 

Suggested Course Sequence (AS) 

Year 1

FALL
 UNITS
 SPRING UNITS  Summer   Units

ENGL 1A 

 3 

Area A2 

 4-5 REAL 56 3 

REAL 50

 3

   MATH 16 rec.
   Summer Only Course  

REAL 51

 3

LIBR 50

 1    

REAL 57A

 3 REAL 52 3    

Area C

 3

REAL 53

 3    
    ECON 1, 2, or 4  3    
           
Total Fall Units
 15
 Total Spring Units
 14-15
  Total Summer Units  3

Year 2

FALL
 UNITS
 SPRING UNITS

BUSI 18

 3 BUSI 42 3

BUSI 20

 3

Area B & Lab

 4

BUSI 70

 3

MPC Elective

 3

Area F

 3

   SPCH 1, 2, or 3 rec. 

   HIST 12, 24, or 25 rec.

   MPC Elective  2-4

MPC Elective

 3

   BUSI 1A rec. for transfer
   ENGL 2 Rec. for transfer      
       
Total Fall Units
 15
 Total Spring Units
 12-14

This is a suggested sequence of coursework and is one pathway for students to earn their degree/certificate. This is not an official educational plan. A counselor is able to assist you with creating a personalized education plan based on your academic, career, and personal goals. For more information about counseling and up-to-date program requirements, please visit www.mpc.edu/counseling. 

Testimonials 

Jacqueline Adams

The program was a key ingredient to my successful real estate career. Becky Jones was a top-notch, knowledgeable, excellent instructor.