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

  • Certified Private Equity Analyst

    The Certified Private Equity Analyst (CPEA) training program, in cooperation with the German Private Equity and Venture Capital Association (BVK), offers you challenging training with two focus areas – private equity or venture capital – at the highest academic level by first-class lecturers from science and business.

  • BIM Professional

    Acquire future-oriented and scientifically sound knowledge of digital planning and construction. The technical basis of BIM is a digital semantic 3D model that significantly improves collaboration in all phases of the building life cycle and forms the basis for a variety of new uses.

  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification

    Six Sigma is based on scientific methods and can be applied to all types of (business) processes. Therefore, we offer our Green Belt certification for students and employees who are interested or involved in quality and productivity improvements.

FAQ

References

  • We try to counteract the ever-increasing complexity in the construction industry: simply build!

    Prof. Florian Nagler
    Chair of Design and Construction, TUM
  • Our Alumni Association creates a unique opportunity for lifelong learning and growth. I am happy to support this vibrant and strong community of professionals.

    Niklas Manhart
    Niklas Manhart, Executive MBA | Chairman of the Board
  • Great: Good videos, interactive tasks, and integrated development environment.

    Former participant of the course
  • The Brewer Cursus was a great success! TUM has highly motivated lecturers who are very passionate about the subjects. The topics were all very interesting. The practical brewing process itself was very hands-on. We brewed in small groups. I was able to take away many tips and tricks for my small brewing operation I am planning to expand.

    Thomas Heim
    Small business owner, microbrewery (Participant Brewer Course 2022/2023)
  • The course was very intensive. It covered all the aspect of agriculture value-chain. The professor from reputed universities on their field of expertise made the chapter cohesive, conceptual and practical. Thus, enabling the students to understand the circumstances, past, presenent and future scenario in agriculture value chain with industry-based environment. This course is a must for agri-preneurs.

    Former participant in the course Economics of Agro-Food Value Chains
  • The Christoph Herrlich Stipendium was instrumental in enabling my pursuit of the TUM Executive MBA, opening doors that might have otherwise remained closed. Throughout the program, this scholarship not only provided financial support but also fostered a deep sense of connection with the TUM community. Years after graduation, I continue to benefit from the strong network I built during my time at TUM, allowing me to access valuable insights and information across various industries through our tight-knit alumni community.

    Gabriel Elmer
    Award Recipient 2021, Executive MBA 2022
  • The course contributed an important boost to personal growth, and a path to new relationships. It exposed me to a rich combination of the science and practice of brewing. Engaging on-line presentations were followed by two, intensive, on-site sessions of three days each.

    John Chapman
    Venture Capitalist and Hobby Brewer (Participant Brewer Course 2022/2023)
  • SITE has not only given me a deeper understanding of the core elements of successful strategizing, but has also provided me with valuable concepts and tools that enable me to transfer this knowledge to my everyday professional life. In particular, I liked the combination of teaching and practice-oriented workshops.

    Dr. Anke Susanne Hoffmann
    Director Strategy & Digital Management Audio / Penguin Random House Verlagsgruppe GmbH
  • Fostering and developing the EMBA network is an important value for me. After all, the personal contacts and friendships are one of the most valuable things I got out of my EMBA studies. Therefore, it is only logical for me to get involved in the Alumni Association and to help keep the alumni network alive and active.

    Anke Susanne Hoffmann
    Executive MBA | Associated Member of the Board
  • My motivation is to make an impact on how companies can position themselves disruptively and assert themselves in the future. My career has benefited extremely from this Executive MBA as I have gained different perspectives on strategic and operational issues and had the opportunity to take part in Dell’s female leadership program.

    Lisa Grundl
    Class of 2019
  • The course is for the Ag professionals from the Ag professionals. It is a perfect environment not just to stay up to date but to generate new ideas with sparring partners on the same level, from the same industry but slightly different disciplines, opening up completely new horizons. I enjoyed every second of it!

    Milica Perisic
    Graduate Smart Farming & IoT in Agriculture (2022)
  • What I particularly liked about this course is that it was not industry-specific, which allowed me to learn how other industries use Blockchain. Also, the course provides excellent foundational knowledge in each module. The group exercise and case study were also excellent ways to apply our new knowledge and solidify our understanding of the material. Not to mention, I made new acquaintances and friends thanks to the course!

    Flavio Garcea
    Product Manager, Digital Trust for Clearstream (part of Deutsche Börse Group)
  • The course was extremely well-designed and useful. I have been writing academic papers for several years and yet, in each video, there was something new to learn. Thank you, teachers. I am presently doing a report for the World Bank and I find that the entire course has been extremely helpful, especially the sections on genre, cohesion, nominalisations, active and passive voice, credibility and formal writing. A huge thanks to those who designed the course, presented the videos and planned the exercises.

    Former participant in the course Academic Writing Made Easy
  • Participating in this program stands out as the best highlight in my professional journey. The global network of diverse students, guidance from insightful mentors, and the program’s focus on innovation have profoundly enhanced my professional growth. I extend heartfelt appreciation to my employer, AHK Eastern Africa, for sponsoring my expenses during the contact phases in Germany.

    Esther (Wanjiru) Ndichu
    Senior Project Manager, AHK Services Eastern Africa
  • The TUM.wood program takes a holistic approach to teaching wood construction. A team of lecturers and experts from theory and practice gives participants a comprehensive insight into the wood value chain. This is particularly interesting for experienced architects.

    René Rissland
    Alumni
    Architekt BDA, raum.land architekten und stadtplaner
  • 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
  • Strategy is about making choices, where to go and where not. In particular, in turbulent environments you need a clear orientation. Otherwise you will end up with everything and nothing. The Strategizing in Turbulent Environments program equips with such an orientation.

    Prof. Dr. Thomas Hutzschenreuter
    Chair of Strategic and International Management, TUM School of Management
  • Mental health is becoming a key leadership responsibility. In this session, participants learn how to lead themselves and others in a healthy way—because a sustainable career is a marathon, not a sprint. The Talent Booster program uniquely combines practical tools with deep insights into the mental challenges of tomorrow’s workplace.

    Dr. Simon Senner
    Mental Health at the Workplace – Healthy (Self-)Leadership
  • The program helped me to make our whole business concept way more scalable. We successfully developed our company from a consulting business to a technology driven business.

    Catharina van Delden
    Class of 2010
  • The “BIM Professional” course enabled me to acquire a comprehensive and very solid technical foundation in a short space of time. I particularly liked the interdisciplinary approach and learning in an interesting small group. The lecturers are excellent and highly motivated.

    Stefan F.
    Munich

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Degree programs

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