Real Estate International

The Executive MBA in Real Estate International is a part-time, internationally focused programme designed for experienced real estate professionals seeking to strengthen their leadership capabilities and drive sustainable value creation in a global business environment. The programme equips participants with advanced knowledge of real estate finance, investment, and international markets, enabling them to successfully manage real estate companies and complex projects. With a strong emphasis on the USA, the UK, and Asia, the Executive MBA provides a deep understanding of global market dynamics and cross-border investment strategies. The IREBS Executive MBA in Real Estate International combines academic rigour with strong practical relevance, delivering state-of-the-art real estate expertise and management skills in an international context. Designed specifically for working professionals, the programme is completed over 15 months. Modules take place in Regensburg, Eltville (near Frankfurt), and Berlin, and include an overseas residency at renowned partner universities such as Harvard University (USA), the University of Reading (UK), and institutions in Singapore. These international modules provide first-hand exposure to global real estate markets and access to an extensive international professional network. All lectures are conducted in English. Upon successful completion of the programme and the Master’s thesis, graduates are awarded the degree Master of Business Administration (MBA) by the Faculty of Business, Economics, and Information Systems at the University of Regensburg. Learning Outcomes Upon successful completion of the Executive MBA in Real Estate, graduates will be able to: Analyse international real estate markets and assess economic, financial, and demographic drivers of value Apply advanced real estate finance and investment techniques in a global context Develop and implement sustainable real estate strategies aligned with long-term business objectives Lead and manage real estate organisations effectively, applying modern leadership and corporate governance principles Evaluate global capital markets and financing structures relevant to international real estate investments Conduct professional negotiations and make informed decisions in cross-border real estate transactions Integrate urban economics, city valuation, and planning considerations into strategic real estate decisions Conduct independent academic research and apply analytical methods to real-world business challenges through the Master’s thesis Module 1 — 12 days Economics 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 Behavioural economics Decision-based game theory Demographic developments and the real estate sector Global capital markets International finance markets Real estate cycles and forecasts Internationalisation of the real estate sector Taxation of real estate Module 2 — 20 days General Management 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: Capital markets Leadership Corporate governance Corporate management Financial modelling Module 3 — 19 days International Real Estate 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. PDF Download