Certificate programs

Gain further qualifications with the certificate programs of the TUM Institute for LifeLong Learning.

Our experienced lecturers combine cutting-edge research from all faculties of the Technical University of Munich with the latest findings and methods from practice. For more information and to find the right program for you, please use our Program Finder.

Topic Overview

Our portfolio of certificate programs is as diverse as the professional world. We offer you numerous courses from various (interdisciplinary) subject areas. Select a subject area, and you will be taken directly to the appropriate certificate programs.

Find the right program for you

Our Program Finder gives you a quick and easy overview of all programs and allows you to select according to your preferences.

Benefits of our certificate programs

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Learn from the best

Our courses are developed and taught by professors and employees of the Technical University of Munich, one of the world’s leading universities. In addition, experienced experts from companies supplement the knowledge imparted with practical examples.
Unsere Kurse werden von Professorinnen, Professoren und Mitarbeitenden der Technischen Universität München, einer der führenden Universitäten weltweit, entwickelt und durchgeführt. Zudem ergänzen erfahrene Expertinnen und Experten aus Unternehmen das vermittelte Wissen mit Beispielen aus der Praxis.

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Become part of an international network

We welcome experienced specialists and managers from all over the world to our certificate courses. Benefit from the exchange with other participants and experienced experts from business and science and build up new contacts.
In unseren Zertifikatskursen begrüßen wir berufserfahrene Fach- und Führungskräfte aus der ganzen Welt. Profitieren Sie von dem Austausch mit anderen Teilnehmenden und erfahrenen Expertinnen und Experten aus Wirtschaft und Wissenschaft und bauen Sie neue Kontakte auf.

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Advance your personal and professional development

Completing one of our certificate programs opens up new development opportunities in your professional career, visibly expand your skills, and apply them directly in your day-to-day work.
Der erfolgreiche Abschluss eines unserer Zertifikatsprogramme eröffnet Ihnen neue Entwicklungschancen in Ihrer beruflichen Karriere, Erweitern Sie Ihre Kompetenzen sichtbar und wenden Sie diese direkt in Ihrem Arbeitsalltag an.

Practical experience from the industry

To ensure the practical relevance of our courses, we work closely with long-standing corporate partners to develop our certificate programs. We also regularly seek advice from our Advisory Board on current trends and training needs in the business world.

Academic expertise of the TUM

Executive MBA Programm Übersicht

MBA creditability

Did you know that you can receive credit for successfully completing many of our continuing education programs for your MBA studies at the Technical University of Munich? You can find out which certificate programs are eligible for this and the amount of credit on the respective certificate page. You can also use our Program Finder to search for these courses specifically.

Courses that suit you

On-site

Do you value personal exchange on-site? Discover our courses at the various TUM locations.

Blended

A balanced combination of classroom and online teaching enables a high degree of flexibility in terms of time and place without having to forego personal interaction and networking with lecturers and peers.

Online

Many of our certificate programs are purely online courses. This means you can easily continue your education wherever you are in the world.

Self-paced

If you want to learn at your own pace, you are sure to find what you are looking for in our self-paced courses.

Current certificate programs

  • Digital Twins for Cities

    A great advantage is the simple and clearly understandable visualisation of complex calculation results in the models. In this way, they provide reliable support for citizen participation and decisions on improving mobility flows, meeting climate targets, developing new construction areas or implementing security concepts.

  • iLabX – Internet Masterclass

    After taking part in iLabX, you will not only understand the mechanisms behind the internet, but you will be able to create a modern network yourself on your own computer. Each module first introduces the background of a relevant mechanism or tool.

  • Digitalization in Aeronautics and Space

    Digitalization is changing our society and the working world, creating new processes and radically altering existing workflows.The three-part MOOC series “Digitalisation in Aeronautics and Space” is thus devoted to examining the transformations that have already occurred and forthcoming likely changes.

FAQ

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  • It was a good mix of theory and application. I found the advice from the practitioners very helpful. Especially in the feedback sessions when we developed our projects. It was sometimes a bit overwhelming to understand all the theoretical parts of the lecture. But there are great additional resources to follow up on each topic to get a better understanding.

    Kyte Bohlke
    Team Lead Customer Support at Finoa GmbH
  • The MOOC is incredibly clear and easy to understand. Everything is fully explained, and the quality is top-notch: the lessons are great, the exercises are great, and the videos are great. I had HTML lessons during my study program before, and I wish I had this kind of course, with this content. Definitely 10/10! Thanks again for the MOOC!

    Previous learner
  • The course provides a good overview of space safety. I am impressed by the carefully selected details and examples provided by the course instructors. I appreciate the well-structured lectures. Thank you!

    Previous Learner
  • This course will teach you how to recognize opportunities, manage project teams and successfully implement innovations.

    Simon Kratzer
    Program Manager, Executive MBA in Innovation & Business Creation
  • My enrollment to the Executive MBA Business & IT program was driven by my passion to gain a deeper understanding of digital transformation and to expand my theoretical and practical management skills. The program provides a perfect mix of management, leadership, and IT with outstanding lecturers and tutors. In conclusion, highly recommendable!

    Christoph Spinner
    Graduate Executive MBA in Business & IT (Class of 2022)
  • The Double Degree with HEC Paris offers the perfect mix of management theory and practice. The coursework teaches important theories and frameworks, for example identifying trends in the market and creating solutions for these opportunities. Networking during and after my study experience in Paris and Munich was extremely beneficial for both my personal and professional development.

    Lea Sofia Nikiforow
    Graduate Master in Management & Innovation – Double Degree HEC Paris (Class of 2022)
  • During my studies, I was able to understand what type of leader I am and how to make a real impact on my team and my stakeholders. Most importantly, I learned how to support my team members, help them grow and become the best version of themselves.

    Yomna ElFaramawy
    Class of 2021
  • It is quite challenging to balance a full-time job, family life and studies. However the part-time program offered a schedule that fitted my routine, with classes once a month from Thursday to Sunday and a reasonable timeframe to deliver the modules’ assignments. The course content was a good mix between theory and practice.

    Maiara Sabioni
    Class of 2021
  • The Executive MBA in Business & IT enables me to connect, learn, exchange, and grow alongside a group of talented professionals. The exposure to colleagues coming from different industries and working for market leaders is definitely a great opportunity I am benefiting from during my program. I am also able to bring those connections back to work, unveiling synergies on new business opportunities and best practices.

    Fabrizio Nisi
    Class of 2023
  • Excellent content and assignments that build on your knowledge, before reinforcing, and then expanding your learning. I recently secured new employment using these skills. Thanks!

    Former Participant in the Specialization
  • Great: Good videos, interactive tasks, and integrated development environment.

    Former participant of the course
  • Being part of the TUM TVET Master is an honor for me. Not only have I learned about TVET and Educational Innovation, but I have also created a solid network around the globe. The hybrid format has worked well for me, allowing me to balance work, study, and family time. The peer and individual mentorship system has been key to maximizing my learning opportunities and achieving my Master’s degree.

    Maria Mercedes Werner
    Digital Education and Lifelong Learning Consultant
  • The EMBA program has been extremely beneficial, especially in terms of working alongside other students to solve real-world business challenges related to corporate social responsibility and competitive strategy. This intense and inspiring experience has allowed for a great opportunity to test and practice ideas while also having fun.

    Mario Bott
    Class of 2024
  • Even though I am studying acoustics, this online course was a good addition. It was always very interesting as I was able to dive into some topics a bit deeper than in my previous (non-virtual) courses. My knowledge on some topics became more solid and detailed.

    Former course participant Applications in Communication Acoustics
  • As a transplant from California, I choose to participate actively in the Alumni Association in order to engage with the network of individuals from the university and to promote the exchange of experiences, opportunities, and connections, especially in the areas of lifelong professional learning and personal development.

    Peter So
    Executive MBA in Business & IT | 2nd Chairman of the Board
  • The covered topics were perfect for me as someone coming from another professional field. Exactly the right mix of praxis relevant information for the daily brewing process, but also with a solid foundation of science to help to truly understand the entire process. The lectures were all well prepared, very competent and engaged with great passion. The organization was perfect, as was the atmosphere during the course.

    Dr. Matthias Dreyer
    Chemical Engineer and Owner of a Microbrewery (Participant Brewer Course 2022/23)
  • I was looking for an adequate advanced training in the field of sustainability and the combination of purely theoretical knowledge and relevant practical aspects convinced me to participate. Above all, the selection of lecturers absolutely met my expectations. Another positive aspect for me was the wide range of topics across the 8 modules.

    S. Merken
  • Digitization is making its way into industrial companies, which opens up great potential for production. In order to be able to harness this potential, both young professionals and experienced engineers need sound knowledge of data-driven methods. This training is an ideal introduction to the world of artificial intelligence. Its focus on use cases ensures that participants can immediately apply what they have learned to relevant data sets and to their companies.

    Prof. Dr.-Ing. Michael F. Zäh
    Chair of Machine Tools and Manufacturing Technology, TUM School of Engineering and Design
  • Excellent structuring, very original tasks!

    Former participant of the course
  • What an outstanding course. The instructors make the videos engaging and convey the topics in a much more interesting manner than any other computer science lecturer I’ve ever seen. The course is structured very cleverly as well, with multiple video paths that you can take depending on how much support you need.

    Former participant of the course

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Degree programs

The TUM Institute for LifeLong Learning offers a broad spectrum of scientifically based Masters and MBAs.