The real estate curriculum at College of DuPage meets the needs of students that would like to begin a career in the real estate industry. The curriculum includes courses mandated by the State of Illinois that prepare students to take the exams for obtaining either a real estate broker license or a managing broker license.
Real Estate Broker License
In order to qualify for an Illinois Real Estate Broker License, students must:
- Be at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or equivalent
- Successfully complete the following required coursework with strict attendance requirement
of 75 classroom hours:
- Real Estate Broker Pre-License Topics (60 classroom hours) (PROED 1130)
- Real Estate Broker Pre-License Applied Real Estate Principles (15 classroom hours) (PROED 1131)
- Pass the Illinois Real Estate Broker Examination
Real Estate Broker Pre-Licensing Courses
Real Estate courses meet the new (75-hour) state-approved curriculum.
This is a 60-hour required course to take the Illinois Real Estate Broker License Examination.
Spring 2025
Pre-License Topics Evening Hybrid (60 hours)
Monday and Wednesday, Jan. 27 to Apr. 16 (No class March 31 to April 5)
6 to 8:50 p.m.
PROED-1130-HY003, $760
Hybrid
Virtual classroom: Wednesdays
Pre-License Topics Morning Hybrid (60 hours)
Tuesday and Thursday, Jan. 28 to Apr. 17 (No class March 31 to April 5)
10 a.m. to 12:50 p.m.
PROED-1130-HY005, $760
Hybrid
On campus in Glen Ellyn: Tuesdays
Virtual classroom: Thursdays
Summer 2025
Pre-License Topics Evening Hybrid (60 hours)
Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, June 2 to July 14 (No class July 1 - 2)
5:30 to 9:35 p.m.
PROED-1130-HY001, $760
Hybrid
Virtual classroom: Tuesdays and Wednesdays
Pre-License Topics Morning Hybrid (60 hours)
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, June 3 to July 17 (No class June 19 & July 1 - 3)
9 a.m. to 1:05 p.m.
PROED-1130-HY006, $760
Hybrid
On campus in Glen Ellyn: Tuesdays
This is a 15-hour required course to take the Illinois Real Estate Broker's License Examination. Prerequisite: Real Estate 1130 with a grade of 75 percent or better.
Spring 2025
Monday and Wednesday, April 21 to May 12
6 to 8:35 p.m.
PROED-1131-003, $152
On campus in Glen Ellyn
Real Estate Principles Interactive Morning Course (15 hrs.)
Tuesday and Thursday, April 22 to May 13
10 a.m. to 12:35 p.m.
PROED-1131-005, $152
On campus in Glen Ellyn
Summer 2025
Monday and Wednesday, July 21 to Aug. 4
5:30 to 9:30 p.m.
PROED-1131-001, $152
On campus in Glen Ellyn
Real Estate Principles Interactive Morning Course (15 hrs.)
Tuesday and Thursday, July 22 to Aug. 5
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
PROED-1131-006, $152
On campus in Glen Ellyn
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age to take State exam
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent
- Have a Social Security Number of Individual Taxpayer Identification Number
- Successfully complete the required coursework with strict attendance requirement of 75 classroom hours
Real Estate Broker Post-Licensing
The 45-hour Broker Post-License Requirement (composed of three, 15-hour courses) needs to be completed for your first renewal. The three required courses address core topics essential to the development of a newly-licensed real estate broker, including:
- Illinois License Law
- Agency Obligations and Disclosure
- Purchase Agreements
- Fair Housing, Antitrust and Transaction Handling
- Working with Buyers and Sellers
- Risk Management, Ethics, Advertising and Professional Development
If you were originally licensed on or after Nov. 1, 2021, you need to complete this 45-hour post-licensing course series for your first license renewal period ending April 30. The three required courses (15 hours each) address core topics essential to the development of a newly licensed real estate broker. Evening classes are available.
Post-License Courses
Real Estate courses meet the (45-hour) state-approved curriculum.
This course will satisfy 15 hours of the 45 required broker-post license requirements. Case studies and scenarios along with lecture will help students gain the practical knowledge needed in real estate transactions. This class will focus on buyer and seller issues including pricing, CMAs, seller and buyer counseling, qualifying buyers, and showing property. Students will review the essential elements of listing, buyer agency, and sales contract formation. Negotiating issues such as offer formation, counteroffers, and multiple offer scenarios will be taught in a situational manner along with other common issues such as inspections, appraisals, and closing requirements. Property management and leases for both residential and commercial property will be discussed.
Real Estate Continuing Education
The following are continuing education classes for real estate professionals:
This course is designed to guide real estate professionals through the critical process of selecting the brokerage that best aligns with their career goals. Participants will learn how to evaluate key factors such as commission structures, training and mentorship programs, company culture, technology tools, and lead generation support. By the end of the course, students will have a clear understanding of how to assess brokerages to find the best fit for their unique needs and aspirations in the real estate industry. Whether you're just starting out or looking to switch brokerages, this course provides the knowledge and insights to make an informed decision. Course materials included in course fee.
Spring 2025
Selecting the Best Brokerage for Your Real Estate Career (4 hrs.)
Saturday, April 26
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
PROED-1136-001, $125
On campus in Glen Ellyn
Summer 2025
Selecting the Best Brokerage for Your Real Estate Career (4 hrs.)
Saturday, June 14
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
PROED-1136-001, $125
On campus in Glen Ellyn
This comprehensive course is designed to help aspiring real estate brokers in Illinois prepare for the state licensing exam. Through a combination of expert instruction, practice tests, and in-depth coverage of key topics—including real estate law, ethics, contracts, financing, and property management—students will gain the knowledge and confidence needed to pass the Illinois Real Estate Broker Exam. Whether you're a new candidate or need a refresher, this course provides the tools to succeed and start your career in real estate.
Real Estate Managing Broker License
- Maintain an Illinois Real Estate Managing Broker License for at least two years
- Be at least 20 years of age and have a high school diploma or equivalent
- Successfully complete the following required coursework with strict attendance requirement
of 45 classroom hours:
- Real Estate Managing Broker Pre-License Topics (30 classroom hours) (REALE 1138 or PROED 1138 at COD)
- Real Estate Managing Broker Pre-License Applied Management and Supervision (15 classroom hours) (REALE 1139 or PROED 1139 at COD)
- Pass the Illinois Real Estate Managing Broker Examination
To enroll, contact the Continuing Education Registration Team at CE@cod.edu or (630)942-2208. You can also register online using instant enrollment.
Illinois Real Estate Managing Broker Examination
To qualify for the Illinois Real Estate Managing Broker Examination, students need to take:
- PROED 1138 (non-credit)
Real Estate Managing Broker Pre-License Topics (30 classroom hours) - PROED 1139 (non-credit)
Real Estate Managing Broker Pre-License Applied Management and Supervision (15 classroom hours)
Adjunct Faculty
The following contact information is for adjunct Real Estate instructors associated with the Real Estate program at College of DuPage:
- Annette Panzek
Email: panzeka@cod.edu - Mike Lavorato
Email: lavoratom1196@cod.edu
Contact Information
Amanda Skarosi, M.B.A.
Program Manager - Continuing Education
Student Resource Center (SRC), Room 1111
(630) 942-2524
Email: skarosia@cod.edu