SMU Cox - Folsom Institute for Real Estate

For nearly four decades, the Robert and Margaret Folsom Institute in the Cox School of Business has been the driving force behind real estate education at SMU. A hub for market-research and student engagement beyond-the-classroom, the Institute builds solid foundations for success in this ever-evolving industry. Our dynamic programming includes applied education experiences such as company visits and career treks, case study competitions, mock interviews, technical training in industry software like Argus and Tableau, executive speaker series, and more. Board meetings and personalized mentorship sessions provide students with the unique opportunity of forging lasting relationships with the Institute Board. These distinguished board members represent a diverse network of 100+ esteemed real estate companies spanning 19 cities across the United States. With a strong emphasis on talent development and career placement, the Folsom Institute equips students with the knowledge and confidence to become impactful leaders and change-makers in the real estate industry.