Master of Advanced Studies in Sustainable Real Estate

Language: German
Location: Munich
Duration: 4 semesters including Master's thesis
Start: Annually in April
Cost: 25,000 EUR
ECTS: 60
The Master of Advanced Studies (MAS) in Sustainable Real Estate is a part-time, advanced master’s program for experienced professionals and leaders aiming to take on a responsible role in the sustainable transformation of the real estate and construction sector. The program combines scientific depth with practical relevance, providing in-depth knowledge tailored to the current challenges and developments in the industry.

Sustainability has become a central topic of economic activity – particularly in the real estate and construction sector, where climate protection, ESG requirements, and economic viability are closely interconnected. At the same time, organizations are increasingly required not only to develop sustainable strategies but to implement them in practice. This is exactly where the program comes in: it creates an integrated understanding of ecological, economic, and social requirements and empowers participants to bring these together across the entire value chain.

The program brings together disciplines that have often been considered separately – architecture, civil engineering, real estate, and environmental management. At its core is the implementation of sustainability in planning, construction, operation, and management. Participants learn to understand complex interrelationships holistically and to make informed decisions for long-term value creation within the context of regulatory requirements, technological developments, and economic conditions.

Shaping sustainable real estate. Responsibly. Future-oriented. Interdisciplinary.

The program is designed for working professionals who want to further develop their expertise, work across disciplines, and actively shape the transformation of the industry. It provides the space to deepen existing knowledge, gain new perspectives, and prepare for leadership responsibilities.

The part-time blended learning format combines online elements with 6 five-day in-person modules in Munich, enabling participants to directly apply new knowledge to their professional context. The close exchange with lecturers from academia and the real estate industry creates an inspiring learning environment and strengthens the ability to develop and implement sustainable strategies in interdisciplinary teams.

This part-time master’s program is jointly designed with the TUM School of Engineering and Design and in cooperation with the TUM Cluster Sustainable Real Estate (CSRE). This close collaboration ensures that cutting-edge research, regulatory trends, and real-world industry challenges are integrated into teaching. Participants also gain access to a valuable network across academia, industry, and public institutions.

As a University of Excellence with an international reputation, TUM stands for scientific excellence and innovative teaching. The Master in Sustainable Real Estate equips you to take on responsibility and actively shape the future of the real estate and construction sector.

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Benefits

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Academic Excellence Meets Practical Relevance

Gain insights from TUM’s world-class faculty and learn from renowned industry experts.

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Interdisciplinary Perspectives

Understand the entire real estate value chain and learn how to collaborate effectively with a wide range of disciplines.

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Future-Focused Expertise

Acquire in-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements, ESG criteria, interdisciplinary approaches, and sustainability strategies in the real estate sector.

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Flexible and Practice-Oriented Learning

Our blended learning format combines online content with five-day in-person modules in Munich which supports career compatibility and is always focusing on real case studies.

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Strong Network

Connect with peers, academics, and decision-makers in the industry, and become part of the global TUM alumni network.

Program Overview

Program:

Master of Advanced Studies in Sustainable Real Estate

Target Group:

The program is aimed at professionals, experts, and leaders from across the entire real estate value chain – particularly from civil engineering, architecture, project development, asset and portfolio management, and real estate services – who have an academic background and at least three years of professional experience. It is designed for individuals who seek to advance their interdisciplinary development, expand their expertise, take on responsibility, and shape sustainable strategies in the construction and real estate industry.

Focus Areas:

Sustainability in the real estate industry, development and execution of resilient real estate projects, interdisciplinary collaboration, strategic corporate management and transformation, and sustainable asset and portfolio management

Format & Schedule:

Blended Learning: Online content + 6 five-day in-person modules in Munich

Location:

Munich

Language:

German, with selected elements in English

Duration:

4 semesters including Master’s thesis

Start:

Annually in April

Degree:

Master of Advanced Studies (MAS) awarded by TUM

Career Prospects:

Graduates are well-qualified for positions such as ESG Manager, Sustainable Real Estate Project Developer, Innovation Manager, or Project Leader in various areas of the real estate value chain.

Tuition Fees:

25.000 EUR (pilot year), plus semester fees; payable in full or in four installments

Participants come from architecture, civil engineering, real estate, and related disciplines. They bring diverse experiences to the program and gain new perspectives across the full real estate value chain.
The interdisciplinary nature of the program, along with strong ties to the TUM Cluster Sustainable Real Estate (CSRE), ensures access to exclusive networking events, real-world partners, and an active alumni network.
Prof. Dr. Konrad Nübel,
Chair of Construction Management, TUM
Prof. Dr. Bing Zhu,
Professorship of Real Estate Development, TUM
Prof. Dr. Matthias Ottmann,
Honorary Professor of Urban Development and Real Estate Management, TUM;
Managing Director Urban Progress GmbH
Prof. Dr. Werner Lang,
Chair of Energy Efficient and Sustainable Design and Building, TUM
Prof. Dr. Benedikt Boucsein,
Professorship of Urban Design, TUM
Prof. em. Dr. Alain Thierstein,
former Chair of Urban Development, TUM
Dr. Thomas Wiegelmann,
University College London; VARi Knowledge Partners
Melanie Hammer,
Managing Director BHB Unternehmensgruppe
Dr. Jürgen Büllesbach,
Managing Director OPES Immobilien Gruppe
Giulia Peretti,
Head of Sustainability Real I.S. AG
Prof. Dr. Torsten Grothmann,
Honorary Professor of Real Estate Project Development, TUM;
Partner GrothmannGeiser Rechtsanwälte
Diana Louis,
Regional Head of Asset & Operations Management Heimstaden Bostad
Konrad Hedemann,
PhD student at the Professorship of Real Estate Development, TUM
Thomas Oebbecke,
Managing Partner sat sustain ability team GmbH
Josef Geiger,
Managing Partner Geiger Gruppe
Dr. Christian Mühlbauer,
Managing Partner ZM-I München
Dr. Florian Kornblum,
Managing Director BOHNZIRLEWAGEN
Dr. Markus Hennecke,
Managing Partner ZM-I München
Prof. Dr. Robert Biedermann,
Honorary Professor of Planning Law and Project Development, TUM;
Partner Prof. Hauth & Partner Rechtsanwälte
Dr. Anne Wiese,
Head of Global Real Estate and Services, Munich Re
Sarah Dungs,
Managing Director Greyfield Group; Board Verband für Bauen im Bestand
David S. Christmann,
Managing Director Christmann Real Estate
Prof. Thomas Auer,
Chair of Building Technology and Climate Responsive Design, TUM
Marion Paroli,
Business Unit Leader ESG & Sustainability TA Europe
Monika Preithner,
Managing Director LBImmoWert
Prof. Dr. Frank Brettschneider,
Chair of Communication Science, University of Hohenheim
Dr. Christine Lemaitre,
Chief Executive Officer DGNB e.V. German Sustainable Building Council
Dr. Michael Keltsch,
Head of Department Z.3 University Buildings and Climate Protection, Bavarian State Ministry for Science and Art
Christina Koch,
Founder Build.Connect.Grow.
Prof. Dr. Alwine Mohnen,
Chair of Corporate Management, TUM
Christian Krauss,
Head of Office & New Work Art-Invest Real Estate Management
Prof. Dr. Gunther Friedl,
Chair of Controlling, TUM; Managing Director Dieter Schwarz Stiftung
Gerda Peter,
Managing Director Evangelisches Siedlungswerk
David Klingberg,
Director Asset Management Sustainability Development, Real I.S. AG
Prof. Elisabeth Endres,
Institute for Building Climatology and Energy of Architecture, TU Braunschweig; Managing Director IB Hausladen
Thomas Meyer,
Chairman of the Executive Board of WERTGRUND Immobilien AG; Head of Zen Leadership Academy
…and many more

Curriculum

The curriculum consists of six modules and a master’s thesis. Each module combines intensive in-person sessions with online learning elements and provides a holistic approach. Participants gain foundational knowledge as well as specialized skills required for integrated planning and implementation of sustainable real estate projects in interdisciplinary teams.

Semester 1

  • Introduction to sustainability in the construction and real estate industry, SDGs, and climate change
  • Overview of legal frameworks (e.g., EU taxonomy, CSRD)
  • In-depth look at ESG criteria: environmental, social, and governance aspects
  • Sustainability strategies, certifications, and key figures in the real estate context
  • Analysis at the city, neighborhood, and property levels
  • Influence of location factors and market development, as well as lifestyles and working patterns, on real estate development
  • Assessment of urban development potential such as densification, conversion, and mobility
  • Consideration of building regulations, architecture, and usage context
  • Consideration of the life cycle phases of financing, planning, construction, and operation
  • Introduction to profitability assessment, funding opportunities, and financing
  • Sustainability aspects in resilient and agile project development and planning
  • Sustainable construction and operation of real estate

Semester 2

  • Strategies and principles for resource-efficient construction and renovation
  • Analysis and evaluation of the status quo of real estate (portfolios), including target definition using ESG indicators
  • Development of concrete measures for the transformation of existing buildings (renovation, conversion, reuse)
  • Sustainability in corporate management, business models, and organizational structures
  • Strategies for long-term value creation and corporate governance
  • Managing volatile market environments and evolving legal, political, and technical frameworks
  • Contract models, communication, and stakeholder management for sustainable real estate projects
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration: communication, mediation, negotiation, and teamwork
  • Use of digital tools and AI
  • Reflection and synthesis of sustainable practical approaches in the real estate industry

Semester 3 & 4 –
Master’s thesis (12 months)

  • Independent exploration and in-depth development of a practical or research-related topic
  • Combining scientific methodology with practical professional relevance
  • Developing sustainable solutions from ecological, social, economic, and legal perspectives
  • Integration and application of all content taught in the program

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