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Deutsch Who is the dual Immobilienmanagement degree course at bbw Hochschule suitable for?
The dual Bachelor’s degree course in Immobilienmanagement at bbw Hochschule is aimed at school leavers who aspire to obtain a dual qualification consisting of an academic degree and an IHK professional qualification in the real estate sector. It is particularly intended for individuals who want to closely combine theory and practice and who have an interest in the fields of business, construction, administration, and real estate management. The study programme is also suitable for applicants with professional qualifications who are seeking a solid foundation for activities such as project development, property management, or asset management.
What formal requirements must you meet for admission?
To be admitted to the dual Bachelor’s degree course, you need one of the following qualifications or certificates:
- General university entrance qualification (Abitur) or advanced technical college entrance qualification (Fachhochschulreife)
- Professional university entrance qualification in accordance with § 11 BerlHG (e.g. a recognised three-year vocational training plus at least three years of relevant professional experience)
- Qualification as a master craftsman, state-certified technician, or state-certified business administrator
- Proof of a training and study contract with a partner company of bbw Hochschule or the BBA Akademie der Immobilienwirtschaft e.V. for the entire duration of the studies
You should have an interest in economic contexts and real estate-related issues. Analytical thinking skills, strong communication abilities, and pronounced organisational talent are advantageous. Since you will be completing a degree and vocational training concurrently, reliability, self-discipline, and resilience are particularly important. Curiosity about technical and legal aspects of the real estate industry as well as initial practical experience (e.g. through internships) support a successful start to your studies.
Course Content in Detail
In the Bachelor's degree programme in Real Estate Management at bbw Hochschule, you acquire comprehensive business administration knowledge with a clear focus on the real estate industry. The content covers all phases of the real estate cycle – from project development through financing and construction to marketing, administration, modernisation and repurposing of properties. You learn practical methods, strategies and legal basics to manage and assess complex real estate issues.
- Foundations of Studies:
- Academic work and digital competencies
- Mathematics and statistics for business
- Business administration, accounting and taxation
- Cost accounting and controlling
- Economic fundamentals
- Digital business processes and information systems
- Management and personnel leadership
- Business English
- Study project
- Subject-specific advanced studies:
- Construction engineering and building industry
- Real estate management and property administration
- Sales and brokerage activities
- Legal frameworks in the real estate sector
- Residential economics
- Asset and portfolio management
- Project development and real estate valuation
- Real estate financing and investments
- Real estate economics
- Bachelor’s thesis and colloquium
A particular added value of the programme is the simultaneous training as a real estate agent (IHK). In close cooperation with the BBA Akademie der Immobilienwirtschaft Berlin, theory, industry-specific know-how and practical company experience are systematically linked.
Course Structure
The course is designed as a dual model: you complete both an academic degree at bbw Hochschule and a recognised vocational training at a company and the BBA Akademie. The study period amounts to a total of 7 semesters (3.5 years) and corresponds to 180 ECTS credits.
- Academic teaching takes place at bbw Hochschule in Berlin.
- The theoretical vocational training is provided at the BBA Akademie der Immobilienwirtschaft.
- The practical vocational training takes place directly at the respective partner company.
- The modules are partly integrative, so that training and study content are coordinated. Examinations take place at the end of the respective modules.
- Due to the close link between studies and practice, you can apply and deepen the knowledge you have acquired directly in your working environment.
After seven semesters, you graduate with two qualifications: the Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) and the IHK vocational training as a real estate agent. Lectures and examinations are organised to harmonise with company requirements.
Career Prospects & Employment Opportunities
With a dual degree in Real Estate Management, you have excellent career prospects in a growing and internationally networked industry. The combination of academic qualification and recognised IHK training opens up a wide range of areas of deployment in the real estate sector and the adjacent business administration environment.
- Project management and project development for residential and commercial projects
- Real estate management and property administration (Property Management)
- Real estate sales and brokerage activities
- Real estate research and market analysis
- Real estate valuation as well as portfolio and asset management
- Facility management
- Real estate financing and investment
- Urban and regional development, engagement in public administrations
- Consulting and advisory activities around real estate
Graduates are qualified for both the German and international real estate markets. Thanks to the dual training components, there are excellent chances of being taken on by partner companies or the company in which the training was completed.
Study Location
The dual course takes place in Berlin. bbw Hochschule is located on the modern campus in Berlin-Adlershof. The academic parts are offered on site there. The theoretical training as a real estate agent takes place in the premises of the BBA Akademie der Immobilienwirtschaft. The practical phase is completed in a company cooperating with the university. This way, you benefit from an urban, business-oriented environment with direct access to the local and international real estate industry.
Costs and Financing
The tuition fees for the dual Bachelor's degree programme in Real Estate Management at bbw Hochschule amount to a total of €19,080. Payment is typically made in monthly instalments of €530 or can be structured alternatively as €3,180 per semester. Furthermore, for dual study programmes, support from the training company is often possible: many companies contribute to the tuition fees, cover them fully or pay a monthly training allowance, which can significantly reduce the financial burden.
- Total costs: €19,080 (for 7 semesters)
- Monthly instalment: €530
- Semester fee: €3,180, alternative payment option
- Possible company funding or training allowance during studies
Other individual financing options such as scholarships, BAföG or education loans can be utilised additionally, depending on personal circumstances and company subsidies.
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