15 months
Regensburg, Kloster Eberbach (Eltville, near Frankfurt), Berlin, Reading, Harvard, Singapore
In-class Teaching
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
English
60
from €21,115
Are you eager to make an impact? The Executive MBA in Real Estate empowers you to become a forward-thinking leader, fostering both personal growth and business advancement.
This programme is tailored for real estate experts aspiring to influence the industry in a sustainable manner and gain comprehensive insights into real estate finance, investment, and international markets, with a specific emphasis on the USA, UK, and Asia.
After successful completion, the degree of "Master of Business Administration" is awarded by the Faculty of Business, Economics, and Management at the University of Regensburg.
If you have any questions about the programme, feel free to reach out to the Programme Manager. We are here to answer your queries and look forward to assisting you!
| Telephone: | +49 (0) 6723 9950-30 |
The IREBS Executive MBA in Real Estate International provides real estate management skills in an international context, including successful management of real estate companies and imparting "state of the art" real estate knowledge and market expertise. The programme is designed for working professionals and spans a duration of 15 months. The study modules take place at the locations in Regensburg, Eltville (near Frankfurt), and Berlin, with an overseas study component at renowned universities such as Harvard, Reading, and Singapore. Students have three months to complete their master's thesis. All lectures are conducted in English, and upon successful completion, the Faculty of Business, Economics, and Information Systems at the University of Regensburg awards the title "Master of Business Administration."
In this module, we provide key economic fundamentals relevant to executives in the international real estate sector. We assume that participants are already familiar with the basics of micro and macroeconomics, as the lectures build upon this prior knowledge.
Selection of topics
In this module, we explore essential subjects from management literature, including those pertinent to international real estate market managers. The content builds upon general economic themes, with some of these topics assumed to be familiar to participants.
Selection of topics:
This module provides comprehensive knowledge of international markets and negotiation strategies. It offers valuable insights into city valuations and urban planning. Important components of this module include site visits, meetings with local market participants, and access to an international network.
The study programme concludes with a Master's thesis, which requires a three-month preparation period. The thesis may address topics relevant to the participant's employer, given they are academically challenging.
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| Tuition fees: | €22,950 |
| Early bird discount: | €21,115* |
| Reduced tuition fee: | €21,115** |
| Enrolment and re-registration fee at the University of Regensburg per semester (usually 3 x) | €181 |
* Early bird discount is available for registration before May 31st prior to the start of the programme.
**Alumni, members of IMMOEBS e. V. or IREBS Core e. V.
The study programme is VAT exempt.
The fees will be divided into three instalments:
I. Instalment (20%): 14 days after receiving the written acceptance
II. Instalment (40%): at the beginning of the programme
III. Instalment (40%): at the beginning of the 2nd semester
The Executive MBA in Real Estate International is designed for professionals and executives who aim to advance their careers and require international expertise.
Admission requirements include 240 ECTS and a minimum of two years of work experience in a real estate-related field.
This can be achieved through the following qualifications:
A minimum three-year undergraduate degree (180 ECTS) in business administration, economics, law, urban planning, architecture, engineering, etc., from a university, college, or vocational academy. Additionally, at least 60 ECTS from postgraduate programs in real estate-related subjects, such as Real Estate Economics, Master of Science in Real Estate, or "CIS HypZert F."
Alternatively, 240 ECTS from another academic programme. The academic advisors of the MBA program will determine eligibility.
Experience in the real estate industry or related sectors.
Proficiency in English.
We recognise ECTS credit points obtained from other universities, whether within Germany or abroad. If you have any inquiries about your eligibility for our 15-month MBA programme, please don't hesitate to get in touch. We are here to assist you in devising strategies to fulfill any remaining ECTS credit requirements or qualifications.
Successful graduates of the Executive MBA in Real Estate are awarded the title of "Master of Business Administration (MBA)."
The title "Master of Business Administration (MBA)" has been continuously accredited by the prestigious real estate association "The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors" (RICS) since 2010.
The IREBS International Real Estate Business School, with eight Law and Economics chairs and professorships as well as ten honorary professorships and professorships-in-residence at the Faculty of Economics at the University of Regensburg, is one of the most renowned real estate teaching and research institutions in Europe. The University of Regensburg is system-accredited by ACQUIN.
The IREBS Executive MBA in Real Estate was a remarkable culmination of my studies, even at a later stage in my career. The small group setting facilitated challenging discussions with high-profile academics and industry professionals. It was a truly enjoyable experience, combining both entertainment and hard work!
Wenzel Hoberg
Barnhart Capital, President
Graduate of the 6th intake EMBA International
The IREBS EMBA programme has undoubtedly broadened my knowledge and understanding of international real estate. I have learned ideas and concepts from a mature and sophisticated market that will enrich my practice. The international network is an additional advantage of the programme that will undoubtedly be beneficial in the future.
Raed Al Rabiah
Positive Facilities, Co-Founder
(9th intake, 2018/2019)
Yes, graduates of the Executive MBA in Real Estate receive the academic degree "Master of Business Administration (MBA)" from the Faculty of Economics at the University of Regensburg. For more information, please visit the Executive MBA in Real Estate (MBA) programme page.
Yes, the Executive MBA in Real Estate is a Master's programme. It requires real estate expertise, imparts management knowledge and is the stepping stone to an international career for our participants. You can find more information on the Executive MBA in Real Estate programme page.
The Executive MBA in Real Estate (MBA) takes place in Germany, the USA, Great Britain and Singapore. The costs for the entire study programme consist of the tuition fee as well as travel and accommodation costs. You will find the tuition fee in the programme description. Depending on which comfort class you choose in hotels and aeroplanes and which study programme option you book, you will need to budget between 4,000 and 6,000 euros for travel and accommodation. This information is not binding and is only intended to assist you in your calculations.
In principle, tuition fees and costs can be claimed as tax deductions. You can find information on the programme options in the programme description Executive MBA in Real Estate (MBA).
Since Brexit in 2022, all those entering the UK will again require a visa. You can read about what type of visa here: https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa/y
All foreign visitors must ensure that they meet the entry requirements set by the Singapore Government Agency.
These can be found here: https://www.ica.gov.sg/#/
US passport holders do not need a visa to travel to Singapore for work or social purposes. However, the entry requirements as mentioned above must be met.
However, foreign visitors holding passports issued by certain countries require a work or social visa to travel to Singapore.
The specific countries can be found here: https://www.ica.gov.sg/#/visitor/visitor_entryvisa
All visitors from countries listed in the Visa Waiver Programme are required to carry a valid ESTA travel authorisation during their stay in the States.
Apply for your ESTA travel authorisation: https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/esta/esta.html
The international professional association Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) recognises different ways of qualifying participants in the real estate industry to sit for the RICS examination. An exemplary pathway is the completion of our RICS-accredited Contact Studies in Real Estate Economics and Executive MBA in Real Estate programmes. Further alternative paths as well as the details of the examination to become a Chartered Surveyor can be found on the RICS website.
Participants of the IREBS Real Estate Academy will receive detailed advice on the best course of action for them. We offer an initial consultation online at the IREBS Student Advisory Service.
