China: Study Tour in China

July 11 - August 1, 2009

RDEV 688T

The Study Tour of China is designed  to bring students of  US  real estate exposure to real estate methods and practices in Chine, as well as an enhanced understanding of  Chinese history, culture, government and business as they impact real estate development.  The course objectives are:
1) To introduce students to the planning, design, social, environmental and financial challenges of real estate development in China and study the cultural and economic background and their perspective on development
2) To familiarize students with the planning, design, historic preservation and development challenges and opportunities of different parts of China
3)  To introduce students to the legal and financial structures and economic issues
facing China.

Faculty & Staff

Margaret McFarland, JD is the  first Director and Founder of the Master’s in Real Estate Program at the University of Maryland.  She practiced Law in the public and the private  sectors, including  several years with the National Association of Home Builders and just prior to joining  the University  was General Counsel to the District of Columbia  Housing Authority.  

Dr. Qing Shen is the Professor and Associate Dean of the School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation at the University of Maryland. He taught Urban Studies and Planning in MIT prior to teaching at University of Maryland. 

Please contact either Director McFarland or Dr. Shen with questions about course content and itinerary.

For questions about the application, registration and pre-departure logistics, please contact the Study Abroad Office.