One of the most significant announcements on the college and university front was the University of Wisconsin's announcement last week that it is seriously considering shuttering its MBA program and replace the venerable degree with shorter, more specialized degrees. Wisconsin was founded in 1900 and is one of oldest business schools that ranks among the top public-university business programs. This is on the heels of the University of Iowa's decision to end its MBA program in August. The Wall Street Journal picked up on the news and indicated that the backdrop behind the this potential trend is, on one level, cost.
Employers are increasingly shying away from reimbursing the cost of an MBA, and at the same time student loans have ballooned. The Ivys continue to attract applicants, but schools outside of the top-tier programs are finding it harder to maintain interest in their MBA degree, and the programs are loss leaders.
By no means is this a universal trend, but where there is smoke there is fire. I suspect that graduate programs across public and private universities will be overhauled in terms of their programs, their cost, and delivery, prompting further disruption in the hallowed halls.
Job Listings
COLLIERS INTERNATIONAL
Property Manager
(SAN DIEGO, CA)
Property Manager will oversee and manage all management aspects of a commercial building, including operations and financial activities. Position will direct supervision of one or more staff members; assume fiduciary responsibility and ensure portfolio is operating in line with the owner's goals and objectives. (Sponsored Job)
ROCKEFELLER GROUP
Development Projects Financial Analyst
(ATLANTA, GA)
Analyst will support management in formulating asset strategies and evaluating projects from both financial and non-financial perspectives. This includes: conducting due diligence utilizing financial models, real estate documents, investment criteria and other relevant information to effectively evaluate development project feasibility; support analysis, reporting and presentation needs of the Company's Investments team; and participate in formulating and negotiating agreements with partner/investors and other appropriate individuals.
GRAND COAST CAPITAL GROUP
Senior Controller (Real Estate Private Equity)
(BOSTON, MA)
This role will be actively involved in acquisitions, asset management, operations, fund accounting and investor relations. Duties include: overseeing and managing accounting functions for the Company's real estate private equity, mortgage banking, and direct real estate companies; and applying knowledge of accounting and tax issues to determine impact on operations and cash flows in preparing asset and fund level models.
THE MICHAELS ORGANIZATION
Asset Manager
(MARLTON, NJ)
Position will be responsible for the various asset management activities associated with the long- term investment in affordable apartment communities. The core functions of this position are to monitor asset performance, identify and quantify risk and develop ways to improve performance and mitigate risk for each asset through the end of its 15-year compliance period.
AIG
Global Real Estate Analyst
(SAN FRANCISCO, CA)
Analyst will be assigned to various areas of the business working on a variety of projects and transactions across several asset types focused on the West Coast region. Duties include: underwriting potential new multifamily, industrial, and office developments and value-add multifamily, industrial, office and retail acquisitions; and financial underwriting and pro-forma modeling with MS Excel and Argus.
COLLIERS INTERNATIONAL
Head of Project Manager
(SAN FRANCISCO, CA)
Position will lead Colliers efforts, as a member of the Corporate Solutions team, in directing and building a differentiated Project Management business in the Bay Area for Corporate Solutions/multi-market client accounts. This will involve accountability for maximizing profitable growth and return on investment.
AIMCO
Vice President of Transactions
(IRVINE, CA)
With a focus on enduring locations and unique offerings, the VP of Transactions will be responsible for sourcing multifamily transaction opportunities, preparing financial valuations, and managing due diligence activities related to acquisitions throughout the entirety of our West Coast portfolio. Reporting to the Executive Vice President responsible for transactions, the VP will oversee acquisitions activity as approved by the company's Executive Leadership and Investment Committee.
SWIF REAL ESTATE PARTNERS
Sr. Administrative Assistant
(SAN FRANCISCO, CA)
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Position will support Investor Presentations, event planning and oversee the annual Swift Investor Conference and annual “Friends of Swift” investor event; and prepare marketing packages to increase Swift's presence in other markets including an active role in creating the FAQ and One Page Flyer.
HARBOR GROUP MANAGEMENT
Asset Management Analyst
(NORFOLK, VA)
Analyst will be responsible for providing analytical and administrative support for a variety of asset management functions across the company's real estate debt and equity investment portfolio; work closely with the Asset Management team and interact with other corporate teams including Property Management, Investor Relations, and Accounting.
GRAMERCY PROPERTY TRUST
Accounts Payable Analyst
(HORSHAM, PA)
Analyst will monitor invoice workflow; review aging reports and vendor statements; research A/P issues and responds to vendor inquiries and internal questions as they arise; and assist in controlling disbursements in accordance with company cash flow objectives and policy.
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