Overview

Innovative strategies and methodologies

The Real Estate sector is one of the vital sectors in Palestine especially because of its role in the economy in raising the individuals’ income and being a main part of the national income, in addition to providing the needed buildings for housing and economic activities. The official statistics show that the high demand for apartments has reached 25 thousand housing units annually. Also, the housing units that need to be rebuilt in Gaza after the last war in 2021 were estimated to reach 140 thousand housing units. Despite the growth that is happening in the real estate sector in Palestine, the gap between demand and supply is still great, and according to statistics published by the Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics, there is a clear increase in real estate with a rate of 10% annually. This in turn increased the real estate prices not only in the main cities but also in the lands and areas far away from the overpopulation areas.

During the COVID pandemic, the real estate sector was affected clearly. The prices were changing during the last year, and this caused trust issues between buyers and sellers because of the many closings that happened and the not-so-clear economic situation in the world and Palestine in particular. Thus many owners refused the direct installment and preferred selling through the banks, in addition to the credit facilitates that many banks gave to the different categories of society during the pandemic.

From this came the need for specialized programs in valuation and property management in Arab American University to meet and fulfill the needs of the real estate market and provide the market with efficient and experienced people in selling, buying, managing, and pricing the lands and properties. This program also aims to provide the labor market with experienced and skilled graduates who can manage the real estate organize them and put basics and standards for buying and selling. When the commercial movement, the economic activities, and the overpopulation increase, then the demand for shops, apartment buildings, and lands will increase as well, and so this program is a main factor in raising investment awareness in the real estate sector in Palestine.

The program is dedicated to providing high-quality education in real estate sciences, with a mission to develop skilled professionals and ethical leaders who can contribute meaningfully to the global real estate industry. Through a comprehensive curriculum, it emphasizes fostering research, innovation, and industry collaboration, ensuring students are well-prepared to navigate the dynamic real estate sector.

Students will gain in-depth knowledge in key areas such as property valuation, real estate investment, urban development, sustainable design, and advanced real estate management. The program also places a strong focus on ethical practices and regulatory frameworks, cultivating a professional and inclusive environment that promotes diversity and excellence.

The learning experience combines classroom lectures, hands-on simulations, research projects, and industry exposure, equipping students with practical skills and critical thinking. With a commitment to lifelong learning and career development, the program ensures graduates are ready to embrace technological advancements and excel in the evolving real estate landscape.

Programs

The department is dedicated to offering a diverse range of academic programs designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed to excel in their chosen fields. Each program is carefully structured to provide a balance between theoretical foundations and real-world applications, ensuring graduates are prepared to meet the challenges of a dynamic and competitive professional environment

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Faculty Members

Board of Directors

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Dr. Emad Weld Ali

Assistant Dean / Head of Real Estate Sciences Department