Real Estate Management, M.Sc. Full-time
Charakter Fresenius Hochschule · Berlin, Germany
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
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Our master’s program in International Real Estate Management (M.Sc.) is taught entirely in English and is designed to prepare you for demanding roles in the global property market. The program spans four semesters and helps you deepen your knowledge in finance, law, sustainability, and management.
You will explore international real estate markets from an economic, legal, and sustainability perspective, starting with academic research and applying it to real-world case studies and projects. The curriculum combines management, finance, law, and sustainability and includes electives and study abroad or internship options.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Introduction Real Estate
- Finance and Capital Markets
- Real Estate Management (Asset, Property, and Portfolio Management)
- Strategic Marketing & Brand Management
- Research Methodology
- International Investments
- Urbanism and Sustainability
- International Real Estate Law
- Innovation Management & Design Thinking
- Quantitative and Qualitative Methods for Business
- Managing Transformation & Change
- Strategy and Management
- Advanced Team Project
- Scientific Work in Practice
- Compulsory elective modules I (1 out of 5): Exkursion Singapur; Sustainability Management and CSR in a Global Context; Entrepreneurship; Consumer Behavior and Psychology; Internship
- Competing in the Global Market: Management Game (case argumentation)
- Compulsory elective modules II (1 out of 3): Exkursion Dubai; Digital Trends & Global Transformations; Technical Applications in practice
- Master's Thesis (final thesis)
Curriculum
International Real Estate Management (M.Sc.) is organised as a 4-semester study plan with compulsory modules, elective choices in semesters 3–4, and a Master’s Thesis. The official study plan publishes 120 CP total and assigns CP per module.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | ECTS / CP | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Compulsory modules | Introduction Real Estate | ||
| Finance and Capital Markets | ||||
| Real Estate Management (Asset, Property, and Portfolio Management) | ||||
| Strategic Marketing & Brand Management | ||||
| German I: Living in Germany | ||||
| Intercultural Communication and Competence | ||||
| Research Methodology | ||||
| Semester 2 | Compulsory modules | International Investments | ||
| Urbanism and Sustainability | ||||
| International Real Estate Law | ||||
| Innovation Management & Design Thinking | ||||
| German II: Working in Germany | ||||
| Quantitative and Qualitative Methods for Business | ||||
| Semester 3 | Compulsory core plus compulsory elective selection; semester alternative depends on choice | Managing Transformation & Change | ||
| Strategy and Management | ||||
| Advanced Team Project | ||||
| Scientific Work in Practice | ||||
| COMPULSORY ELECTIVE MODULES I (1 OUT OF 5): Exkursion Singapur | ||||
| COMPULSORY ELECTIVE MODULES I (1 OUT OF 5): Sustainability Management and CSR in a Global Context | ||||
| COMPULSORY ELECTIVE MODULES I (1 OUT OF 5): Entrepreneurship | ||||
| COMPULSORY ELECTIVE MODULES I (1 OUT OF 5): Consumer Behavior and Psychology | ||||
| COMPULSORY ELECTIVE MODULES I (1 OUT OF 5): Internship | ||||
| Semester 4 | Compulsory modules plus compulsory elective selection and Master’s Thesis | Competing in the Global Market: Management Game | ||
| Master‘s Thesis | ||||
| COMPULSORY ELECTIVE MODULES II (1 OUT OF 3): Exkursion Dubai | ||||
| COMPULSORY ELECTIVE MODULES II (1 OUT OF 3): Digital Trends & Global Transformations | ||||
| COMPULSORY ELECTIVE MODULES II (1 OUT OF 3): Technical Applications in practice | ||||
| Total | All compulsory modules across semesters 1–2, semester 3 compulsory core plus one elective from the compulsory elective pool, semester 4 compulsory core plus one elective from the second pool, and the Master’s Thesis (including the official 120 CP programme total). | 120 CP | ||
Career outcomes
- You are qualified for demanding roles in the international property market, including leadership positions in real estate companies and consulting firms.
- The program’s practical teaching and real-world case studies help you build job-ready skills in finance, law, sustainability, and management for global roles.
- You gain project-based experience through methods such as presentations, academic papers, and applied research projects, which supports smoother entry into professional practice.
- Electives and options like internships and study abroad help you strengthen your international profile and professional network before you graduate.
- The master’s degree is designed to support careers in finance, corporate real estate management, real estate consulting, and sustainability-focused organizations.
Employability rate
Employability for graduates in real estate management and related business disciplines in Germany is typically high, with an estimated employability rate around 85% and an estimated unemployment rate around 15%, reflecting ongoing hiring needs in property, finance, and advisory roles.
Together, these figures indicate generally stable career prospects for students who graduate with practical, international-facing skills.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s degree (foreign qualifications accepted) | International applicants need a bachelor’s degree comprising at least 180 ECTS credits, with at least 30 ECTS in business-related subjects. |
| English language skills (B2 level) | International applicants must provide proof of English proficiency at level B2 (CEFR), for example TOEFL iBT (minimum 70) or IELTS (minimum 6.0). |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Business & Management | Direct match | For admission to the master’s program, the university requires a bachelor’s degree with at least 30 ECTS credits in business-related subjects. |
Language requirements
For English-language master’s programs at Fresenius University of Applied Sciences, international applicants must prove English proficiency at level B2 (CEFR), unless you qualify for an accepted alternative proof or waiver as described by the university.
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💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | EUR 10560 / per year | Tuition fee: EUR 880 per month (international students). |
| Non-EU monthly tuition supplement | EUR 840 / per year | Non-EU monthly tuition: EUR 70 per month (as published by DAAD for this program). |
Proof of financial resources
To obtain a student visa and study in Germany, international applicants must show sufficient financial resources for their stay. The university also explains that you may use a blocked account as a common solution for proof of funds.
- Blocked account as a common proof of financial resources (as described by the university).
- Minimum financial resources for one year for visa purposes (as described by the university): EUR 11,904 for living expenses for one person per year.
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | October - Winter intake | April - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | April 01, 2026 | October 01, 2025 |
| Application deadline (final submit) | July 15, 2026 | January 15, 2026 |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | July 01, 2026 | January 01, 2026 |
| Semester begins | October 01, 2026 | April 01, 2026 |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | October - Winter intake | April - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | 6-12 months before deadline | 6-12 months before deadline |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | October - Winter intake | April - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | July 15, 2026 | January 15, 2026 |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | July 15, 2026 | January 15, 2026 |
| Official transcripts deadline | July 15, 2026 | January 15, 2026 |
| Certified translations deadline | July 15, 2026 | January 15, 2026 |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | Within 4 weeks after online application | Within 4 weeks after online application |
| Missing documents (if requested) | Within 2 weeks of request | Within 2 weeks of request |
🎓 Scholarship
| Provider | Scheme name | Coverage | Eligibility notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| DAAD | EPOS — Development-Related Postgraduate Courses | Tuition fees, monthly stipend, travel allowance, health insurance | EPOS scholarships support participants from developing countries to study eligible development-related postgraduate courses at selected German universities. International Real Estate Management (M.Sc.) is listed among programs that may be eligible under the DAAD EPOS scheme, subject to the DAAD course availability and EPOS call requirements. |
📝 How to Apply
Submit your online application
Select the study program and location, then complete your personal information and educational background in the university’s application flow. Upload the required documents during the application process, including the bachelor’s transcript of records for master’s applications. The university states that you can upload some documents later, so follow the upload instructions carefully before the admission review.
Attend the admission interview
If you meet the admission requirements, your personal study advisor invites you to an admission interview. The university clarifies that the interview is not a knowledge test and is used to understand your personality, reasons for choosing the university, and motivation for the program. The interview is scheduled for 15 minutes.
Receive the official study contract and complete study steps
After a successful interview, you receive the official study contract. For non-EU applicants, the university explains that you must transfer the security deposit as part of making the study contract valid and accepted. You also need to provide proof of English language proficiency (minimum B2) at this stage.
Prepare visa documents (non-EU applicants) and complete enrollment
After step 4, the university sends documents needed for the visa application for non-EU applicants. The university also explains that after all documents are accepted, you receive your student ID and the semester ticket/transport document for the study start. Follow the university’s checklist for the certified documents and health insurance certificate required for final enrollment.