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The Bachelor's programme in Real Estate Management (B.A.) at the University of Applied Management is aimed at career starters who aspire to a career in the real estate sector, as well as at individuals who already have some experience in property administration, facility management or related fields and wish to expand their expertise with business management and industry-specific skills. The study programme is particularly suitable for those who value a practice-oriented, flexible course and who want to specifically qualify for management tasks and leadership roles in real estate companies – both in the traditional on-campus format and in the dual model directly in cooperation with companies.
What formal admission requirements apply?
You can apply for the Real Estate Management degree if you meet one of the following requirements:
- General higher education entrance qualification (Abitur)
- Advanced technical college entrance qualification (Fachabitur)
- Studying without Abitur with recognised professional qualification and relevant work experience – details are regulated by the respective state higher education legislation
Examination credits already earned from other degree programmes can be credited after individual assessment, thus shortening the duration of study.
The programme starts in the summer and winter semesters. The language of instruction is German.
Which personal qualities should you bring with you?
You should have an interest in business management contexts, real estate law and project management. Analytical thinking skills and a structured way of working are advantageous, as complex real estate projects need to be managed and legal frameworks understood. Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a team will help you collaborate in project-based teams. Openness to digitalisation and new technologies is expected, as digitalisation strategies, AI tools and future-oriented approaches are also part of the curriculum. For the part-time or dual study formats, you should bring resilience, self-organisation and a high level of self-motivation in order to successfully combine study and professional practice.
What content do you deepen in the Bachelor’s in Real Estate Management?
In the Bachelor’s degree programme in Real Estate Management at the University of Applied Management, you learn the most important business administration fundamentals with a clear focus on the requirements of the real estate industry. The programme is explicitly practice-oriented and provides you with a broad set of skills for the real estate sector. The content is divided into different areas of competence:
- Professional competences: You acquire knowledge in business administration, law, taxation, marketing, investment, finance and organisation, supplemented by specific modules on real estate law, construction law and real estate project development.
- Industry expert knowledge: Topics such as property valuation, building management, real estate marketing and sustainable development of real estate projects are covered through specialised transfer modules.
- Practical and application skills: Several transfer modules as well as a firmly integrated practical semester (6 months) ensure extensive practical experience gained on real company projects.
- Methodological and future competences: Modules on problem solving, decision making, global challenges, future skills as well as a systematic “AI inside” concept for AI use in real estate management.
- Personal development & soft skills: Offers for teamwork, communication, self-management and personality development are an integral part.
- Specialisation options: Construction law, real estate law, building management and property valuation can be chosen as elective and focus modules.
You learn to plan and manage complex real estate projects, lead teams, make strategic decisions and independently solve industry-specific challenges.
How does the career-oriented degree programme work?
The degree programme in Real Estate Management is offered as a work-integrated competence study with 210 ECTS credits and a standard period of study of 7 semesters. Two study models are available:
- Studium Plus (part-time): You combine virtual teaching via an online learning platform with regularly scheduled face-to-face seminars. Per semester you attend about 10 interactive face-to-face workshops in small groups. This allows optimal combination of studies with work and leisure time.
- Dual Plus (dual study): Here you spend 42% of your study time directly at the partner company, work practically up to 32 hours per week and implement study contents directly in the company. The remaining study time consists of virtual learning phases and compact face-to-face workshops.
- Practical semester: Over the course of the semesters, you complete a practical semester of at least 6 months in one or several companies with direct reference to the real estate industry.
- Study organisation: The start of the programme is possible in both the winter and summer semester. Ongoing support from lecturers, small study groups and direct contact with industry lecturers are offered.
- Degree qualification: After successful completion, you receive the academic degree Bachelor of Arts with 210 ECTS credits.
What career prospects do you have after graduation?
As a graduate of the B.A. in Real Estate Management, you have numerous career paths open to you. The degree qualifies you for responsible roles and leadership positions in the real estate industry. Possible fields of work include:
- Property administration and management
- Real estate and construction project development
- Building management and facility management
- Real estate investment, financing and valuation
- Real estate marketing and sales
- Expert offices for property valuation
- Consulting companies and banks with real estate focus
- Human resources and accounting in the real estate sector
Due to the strong practical relevance, you will be able to take on projects and assume responsibility directly after your studies. Many students and alumni start their careers in medium-sized companies, large real estate firms, project developers or consulting firms. Further Master’s degree studies (e.g. Management – Real Estate Management M.A.) are also possible.
At which locations can you study Real Estate Management?
The programme is offered at several locations. Face-to-face phases and seminars take place according to individual semester planning at the following locations:
- Ismaning near Munich
- Nuremberg
- Hamburg
Additionally, individual workshops or seminars may also be organised at other locations of the University of Applied Management (e.g. Berlin, Hanover) depending on the annual schedule. The virtual learning offer enables maximum spatial flexibility, allowing you to complete a large part of the programme independently of location.
What study costs should you expect and how can you finance your studies?
The total tuition fees in the Studium Plus model amount to €495 per month over 7 semesters (42 months), which corresponds to a total of €21,585. In the dual study model (Dual Plus), your partner company covers the entire tuition fees and you generally receive a salary. For both models, various financing options are available:
- Dual Plus: Tuition fees are fully paid by the company
- Classic Studium Plus: Self-financing or via BAföG, scholarships or student loans
- Possibilities to shorten the study period and reduce fees through crediting previously completed (professional or academic) achievements
The study model thus offers suitable financial options for working professionals, school leavers and dual students.
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