NAIOP believes the future of the CRE industry lies in our student population and partners with several educational institutions to provide exposure to careers in commercial real estate, mentoring, and work experience to college students.

Arizona State University – W.P. Carey School of Business - Master of Real Estate Development (MRED)

The transdisciplinary W. P. Carey Master of Real Estate Development (MRED) degree is a 9-month program that prepares students to lead real estate development projects that are environmentally respectful, socially responsible, and artfully designed. Small class sizes provide opportunities for peer interaction and a number of synthesis projects cover the entire spectrum of development, preparing students for roles throughout the industry. 

The MRED program is a partnership between four highly regarded schools within Arizona State University:

• The W. P. Carey School of Business
• The Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law
• The Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts
• The Del E. Webb School of Construction​

NAIOP leads a practicum within the MRED program each semester. This practicum features a real project that is underway in the Valley and brings in NAIOP members as guest instructors for classes each month. 

University of Arizona – Eller College of Management - Commercial Real Estate Club

The Commercial Real Estate Club at Eller College of Management at the University of Arizona focuses on preparing students for careers in commercial real estate. The Club’s goal is to develop its members to excel in networking, analytical and interpersonal skills, and to position them to be the best possible candidates for long-term employment in the commercial real estate industry. Presenters from local commercial real estate companies volunteer to teach Club members about the industry and better prepare students for their future. Resume books are consistently sent to recruiters to set up members for job placement.

2023 University of Arizona - Phoenix Road Trip 

I wanted to express my sincere thanks for hosting the University of Arizona Commercial Real Estate Club's networking event in Phoenix. It was an incredible experience, and we appreciate the effort you and your team put into planning such an amazing event. The opportunity to connect with various companies and professionals in the commercial real estate industry was invaluable for our members. Your commitment to helping us pursue our career goals is greatly appreciated, and we look forward to future opportunities to collaborate.
Thank you again for yor generosity and support.
Best regards,
Shannon Bauer
​Club president 2023