Residential Property Management (RPM) is a major, minor and concentration that is offered by various colleges and universities, both in the classroom and online. RPM is a unique opportunity for students to learn about the multifamily housing industry and apply their knowledge to the real world of residential property management. With some programs, RPM is a complementary program to other degrees.

Why Study Residential Property Management?

Everyone needs a place to live and rental housing can be found almost everywhere!

Some individuals select rental housing as an affordable housing option. A growing number decide to rent because they want a more carefree lifestyle - no yardwork, no maintenance, with access to a pool, fitness room, clubhouse, and business center.

Many residential communities are owned by large groups of investors, who hire professional property managers to direct the day-to-day operations of these multi-million dollar properties. There are also employment opportunities in leasing, marketing, finance, maintenance, development, and risk management. You can even specialize in a segment of apartment management:

• Market rate or conventional apartment communities
• Affordable apartment communities
• Seniors housing
• Privatized military housing
• Student housing

Source: Ball State University

Current News about Residential Property Management:

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Following are colleges and universities that currently offer a major, minor, emphasis or concentration in Residential Property Management:

The following community colleges offer courses in Residential Property Management:

The following college offers a Master’s Degree in Residential Property Management: