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.
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.

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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.
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.

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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.
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.

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

  • 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.

  • Certified Enterprise Risk Manager

    The tailor-made Certified Enterprise Risk Manager certificate programme offers you as a specialist and manager from industry, trade, services, public organizations and consulting the opportunity to expand your expertise in risk management.

  • 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.

FAQ

References

  • The Talent Booster combines evidence-based approaches from research with extensive practical experience in business transformation. Applying both perspectives to one’s own situation makes the Talent Booster especially valuable for aspiring leaders who are shaping digital transformation in organizations. Here, you will further develop your leadership skills to successfully align strategy, innovation, and technology with the human side of change.

    Dr. Ulf Steinberg
    Senior Lecturer | Leadership- and Organizational Development
  • Not only did this specialization teach me the proper techniques of accounting and the different methods of preparing an income statement, it also taught me how to learn independently, how to persevere with a problem to find ways of solving it, and perhaps most significantly, enabled me to continue to develop my accounting skills.

    Former Participant in the Specialization
  • The Global Aerospace Campus online course “Space Safety” has provided me with invaluable knowledge in the aspects of space debris, collision avoidance, and asteroid impacts.

    Previous Learner
  • This Executive MBA has given me a broader overview of business practice, helped me in being more confident in my current role, and inspired me to move on to the next. The program fosters a high standard of learning by introducing new perspectives and encouraging a can-do attitude.

    Lei Fang
    Class of 2020
  • 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
  • The Data Science program was an excellent refresher that reconnected me with the close relationship between computer science and mathematics. In just six days, an impressively broad spectrum was covered – from R fundamentals and statistical foundations to advanced machine learning methods and deep learning architectures. I particularly valued the well-balanced combination of theoretical concepts like Bayesian inference with practical applications in reinforcement learning and optimization methods. An intensive program that provides comprehensive insights into modern data-driven approaches.

    Ing. Valmir Bekiri
    BSc, MSc
  • 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
  • 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
  • Amazing course packed with invaluable insights and crystal-clear explanations! Holly Ott is truly in a league of her own—her teaching style is engaging, and her explanations make complex concepts feel easy. Highly recommended, 110%!

    Eduardo D S
  • Access to knowledge and personal development are now more important than ever to ensure the success of a company. That is why I am happy to support any form of continuing education, also in our Alumni Association.

    Susanne Mader
    Executive MBA | 3rd Chairperson & Treasurer
  • 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
  • One of my decision criteria to join the Executive MBA program at the TUM was based on the modular setup offered. The split into modules which mostly took place Thursday to Tuesday helped me a lot to manage my full-time job, focus on the Executive MBA and still spend time with my family as I have two kids.

    Mandy Deimel
    Class of 2020
  • I really appreciate TUM’s efforts to improve the knowledge of people around the world through free education.

    Former participant of the course
  • Munich Aerospace’s course “Space Safety” provides a multifaceted overview of the field. I enjoyed learning more about the topics of space weather, space medicine, and cyber security. I found that very interesting and enriching.

    Previous Learner
  • Venture capital and private equity are rather difficult sectors to access. It is tricky to understand the details and the mechanisms behind the scenes without talking to experienced professionals. The CPEA’s multi-faceted approach not only provides academic analysis of the industry as a whole, but also sheds light on the complex construct from a practitioner’s perspective.

    Philip Schultheiß
    Principal, AM Ventures
  • The Digital Product Development course was really good! It taught me a lot about how to create products, starting with understanding what users need. I worked on projects which was fun and helped me learn better. The instructors provided good information. I think this course is great for anyone who wants to make a digital product. I definitely recommend it!

    Bridgitte S
  • Functional integration, resource conservation, lightweight construction and highly complex component designs – these features characterize additive manufacturing processes. Consequently, additive manufacturing processes are ideal technologies for sustainable and green production. In order to be able to leverage this sustainability potential, an in-depth understanding of the manufacturing processes is essential.

    Prof. Dr.-Ing. Katrin Wudy
    Professorship Laser-based Additive Manufacturing, TUM School of Engineering and Design
  • Using timber construction meaningful and with a sense of proportion – we want to impart the sound specialist knowledge for this.

    Prof. Dr.-Ing. Stefan Winter
    Chair of Timber Construction and Building Design, TUM
  • 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

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For Organizations

At the TUM Institute for LifeLong Learning, we offer customized continuing education solutions for companies and institutions.
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Degree programs

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