RE debt to repe

Are MBAs beneficial for REPE or are they more nice but not something really needed? As background: Currently work in on balance sheet cre debt for a larger regional bank. Primarily uw and asset management with a little relationship management responsibility. Ideally in the next 2-3 years would like to move from debt origination to an acquisitions role in REPE.

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"Analyst 2 in RE - Comm"Are MBAs beneficial for REPE or are they more nice but not something really needed?

Yes

...but is it REPE?
 
"promoteseeker" In Real Estate, I believe an MBA is only valuable if:
  • It's a top 10 program

Eh - there's still a good bit of value in a regional/local heavyweight just from the network alone. The U does well in Miami, UNC kills in North Carolina, USC dominates Southern California, etc.

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