Real Estate Management, Master of Science

Part-time program @ Fresenius University of Applied Sciences 

👉 The part-time Master's programme in Real Estate Management (M.Sc.) at Hochschule Fresenius is aimed at bachelor's graduates with at least 180 credit points in architecture, construction and engineering sciences, urban planning, economics, law, or social sciences, as well as relevant professional experience. The programme provides in-depth knowledge of real estate management, international real estate business, property valuation, digital transformation, leadership, and management. Particularly notable are the flexible online lectures with live teaching, the compatibility with work and private life, as well as online or face-to-face examinations at nine locations. The Master of Science degree qualifies graduates for leadership roles or for self-employment in the real estate sector.

At a Glance

🏫 University Fresenius University of Applied Sciences, UAS based in Idstein (Germany)
Fresenius University of Applied Sciences is one of Germany's largest private universities with campuses in Berlin, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt am Main, Hamburg, Idstein, Cologne, Munich and Wiesbaden. It offers practice-oriented bachelor's and master's degree programs in the fields of chemistry & biology, business & media, health & social affairs and design, as well as training and continuing education. Studies are possible on a full-time, part-time and distance learning basis.
🎓 Field of Study Engineering SciencesReal Estate Management
📜 Degree Master of Science (M.Sc.)
⏳ Duration 5 Semesters
🎯 ECTS 120 Credit Points
🌍 Language of Instruction German
📖 Course contents Real estate valuation, digital transformation in the real estate industry, leadership and management, international real estate experience, real estate accounting, controlling, risk management, construction in project development, intercultural management, international real estate industry, sustainable real estate industry
📚 Electives International Real Estate Experience, Real Estate Accounting, Controlling, Risk Management, Construction in Project Development
📍 Location Online-Campus
📅 Enrollment Winter or summer semester
💶 Fees
from 395 € monthly
from 12100 € total
🔗 More Info https://www.hs-fresenius.de

Requirements and Target Group

The part-time Master's degree programme in Real Estate Management (M.Sc.) is aimed at professionals who are already working in the real estate sector or in related economic fields and wish to specifically expand their specialist and management skills. It is particularly intended for graduates of business-related, technical or planning degree programmes who want to specialise in the planning, development and management of real estate. The programme is equally suitable for employees from architecture, engineering, urban planning as well as business or law who wish to prepare for management roles in real estate or for an international career path.

What are the admission requirements for the Master’s in Real Estate Management?

To gain admission, you must meet the following formal criteria:

  • Bachelor’s degree with at least 180 credit points (ECTS) in one of the following fields:
    • Architecture
    • Construction and engineering sciences
    • Urban and regional planning
    • Business, law or social sciences
  • Proof of relevant practical experience in the field of real estate management
  • If you have fewer than 180 credit points, passing an entrance test is required

Personal prerequisites for successful studies are primarily an interest in business administration and real estate-related issues, analytical thinking and a strong motivation for professional development. You should be able to work well in a team, be able to work independently and respond flexibly to new market requirements.

Communication skills, openness to digital innovations as well as the desire to deepen intercultural competencies in an international context are also helpful. Ideally, you already have prior experience in the real estate sector or in management roles and want to specifically qualify for leadership positions, project development or internationalisation.

Study Content in Detail: Which Competencies Do You Acquire in the Master’s in Real Estate Management?

In the Master’s degree programme in Real Estate Management at Hochschule Fresenius, you will engage intensively with all facets of real estate management, both nationally and internationally. Central topics include the sustainable and digital transformation of the real estate industry, legal frameworks, and management tasks. The most important study contents include:

  • Real estate management and project development: planning, controlling and implementation of real estate projects, including new construction, renovation and sustainable conversion
  • Real estate valuation: methods for valuing real estate and land in national and international contexts
  • International real estate markets: analysis of global developments and intercultural management
  • Digital transformation: effects of digitisation on business models and processes in the real estate sector
  • Sustainability: development and evaluation of sustainable business models and forward-looking residential and urban development
  • Real estate accounting, controlling and risk management: controlling economic key figures in the real estate sector

You will develop the ability to assess legal pitfalls, design sustainable solutions, and independently take on demanding management tasks. Intercultural and international aspects are deepened throughout the entire programme, so that you are optimally prepared for working in multinational companies.

Course Structure: How Does the Part-Time Online Degree Work?

The Master’s in Real Estate Management lasts 5 semesters (120 ECTS) and is specifically designed for working professionals. The course takes place entirely on Hochschule Fresenius’s online campus and is based on a virtual live study model. Key features of the course structure are:

  • Classes 1–2 evenings per week plus two Saturdays per month
  • Live lectures via Zoom with direct interaction with lecturers and fellow students
  • Flexibility through online exams – alternatively, on-site exams at nine examination centres in Germany
  • Course start possible in both the winter and summer semesters
  • Study-relevant additional offers: language courses, career development, start-up and networking events included in the scope

The study plan enables you to optimally combine work, private life and academic further education. The contents are specifically geared towards current developments in the real estate industry and aligned with practical requirements of the sector.

Career Opportunities & Professional Prospects: Where Will You Work After the Master’s?

With a Master’s degree in Real Estate Management (M.Sc.) you will open up numerous fields of activity at home and abroad. Typical positions for graduates are:

  • Investment Manager (female or male) – analysis and management of real estate investments, advising institutional and private investors, and budget responsibility
  • Real Estate Developer (female or male) – identification and development of real estate projects, sustainable design and project management in the public or private sector
  • Real Estate Agent (female or male) – mediation of residential and commercial properties, valuation, contract negotiations and marketing
  • Leadership positions at project developers, portfolio holders, banks, real estate consultancies and international companies
  • Self-employment, e.g. as a real estate consultant specialising in digitisation or sustainability

Thanks to the comprehensive training in international, digital and sustainable real estate management, you will be able to take on demanding tasks that go far beyond classic brokerage activities. The programme specifically qualifies you for leadership and management roles as well as for work in international real estate markets.

Place of Study: How Is the Online Degree Organised?

The course is conducted on Hochschule Fresenius’s online campus and is completely location-independent. The most important facts about the place of study are:

  • Participation from anywhere through live lectures in the virtual classroom
  • Direct contact with lecturers and fellow students online
  • Exams can be taken flexibly online or alternatively in person at nine examination centres in Germany
  • Additional use of online platforms for learning materials and network exchange

Thanks to the digital organisation, you are not tied to a specific location and can seamlessly combine your studies with your professional work and private commitments.

Costs and Financing: What Do You Pay and How Can You Finance It?

The tuition fees amount to 395 euros monthly over 30 months, a total of 11,850 euros. In addition, a one-time enrolment fee of 250 euros is charged. The price includes all study materials, use of the online campus as well as a broad range of additional offers such as language courses, personal development, career workshops and networking events. The following financing options are available:

  • BAföG – for students who meet the individual requirements
  • Scholarships – awarded by the university or external organisations
  • Study loans and education funds – e.g. KfW study loan or private providers
  • Consultation through the study financing team at Hochschule Fresenius

The course structure is designed so that you can work alongside and finance your studies flexibly. Many employers support further education through grants or paid leave.

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