Advanced Education for Executives and Professionals.

The Technical University of Munich (TUM) offers you ideal conditions for lifelong learning.

Our advanced education programs are tailored to the needs of professionals and range from short one-day workshops and certifications with industry standard to full academic master’s degrees awarded by the Technical University of Munich. Individual leadership development programs, flexible online formats, and customized programs for organizations are also part of TUM Institute for LifeLong Learning’s advanced education offerings. Grow with us!

Master & MBA

Our study program for executives and professionals.

Certificate Programs

Wide range of advanced training opportunities for professionals.

For Organizations

Tailor-made offers for companies and international universities.

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.

Four Reasons to choose the TUM Institute for LifeLong Learning

Utilize the TUM ecosystem, benefit from the university’s entrepreneurial mindset, and connect cutting-edge findings from research, technology advancement, and practical applications.

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Unite Research and Practice.

TUM is a pioneer in the development of new technologies and a leader in the natural and social sciences. From medicine to management and leadership – TUM’s research centers cover the entire range of continuing education disciplines. We draw on their knowledge and transfer cutting-edge research to the needs of people and organizations in the real world.
Die TUM ist Vorreiterin in der Entwicklung neuer Technologien und führend in den Natur- und Sozialwissenschaften. Von Medizin über Management bis hin zu Leadership – die Forschungszentren der TUM decken die gesamte Bandbreite der Weiterbildungsdisziplinen ab. Wir schöpfen aus ihrem Wissen und übertragen Spitzenforschung auf die Bedürfnisse von Menschen und Organisationen aus der Praxis.

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Foster a Responsible Mindset.

The content, teaching and design of our programs are shaped by a value-oriented approach – and follow our conviction that only with a responsible mindset can we effectively and sustainably overcome current and future challenges in our society
Inhalte, Lehre und Design unserer Programme sind von einem werteorientierten Ansatz geprägt – und folgen unserer Überzeugung: Nur mit einer verantwortungsbewussten Denkweise lassen sich aktuelle und zukünftige Herausforderungen unserer Gesellschaft effektiv und nachhaltig bewältigen.

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Use the Potential of Technology-Enhanced Learning.

At TUM, we develop and integrate the latest technology-enhanced teaching and learning methods within our further education programs. Always having the goals of our participants in mind, we follow a learning approach that is both structured and individualized to help them reach their full potential.
At TUM, we develop and integrate the latest technology-enhanced teaching and learning methods within our further education programs. Always having the goals of our participants in mind, we follow a learning approach that is both structured and individualized to help them reach their full potential.

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Profit from an excellent international network.

TUM has a unique network: the university works together with leading research institutions, renowned companies and pioneering start-ups. In our continuing education programs, we promote interdisciplinary exchange and network our participants and alumni with partners from academia and industry.
TUM has a unique network: the university works together with leading research institutions, renowned companies and pioneering start-ups. In our continuing education programs, we promote interdisciplinary exchange and network our participants and alumni with partners from academia and industry.

One of Germany’s best universities

The Technical University of Munich regularly ranks among the top universities in Germany and Europe in national and international rankings, such as the Shanghai Ranking, QS, THE, and the Global Employability Ranking.

What our Alumni say

  • I liked that the Specialization included step-by-step exercises and tutorials. Unlike exercises where a student can succeed by simply doing as directed, the assignments foster active learning. The assignments were where I discovered whether I truly understood the material. This Specialization produces real learning.

    Former Participant in the Specialization
  • In a future where AI and quantum computing merge, the impossible becomes possible. This course has helped me to understand the difference between science fiction and reality.

    Moritz Bachenheimer
  • This course is a great way to get an overview of the contents of the DPS programme. The interactive design makes the course very appealing. I can definitely recommend it.

    Elisa R
  • The goal must be to make agriculture more efficient, more resilient, more resource-efficient and even more sustainable. Technologies offer us powerful tools for this, but can only be successful in the long-term, if they are seamlessly integrated into everyday work.

    Maximilian Treiber
    Chair of Agricultural Systems Engineering, Technical University Munich
  • The Munich Aerospace online course “Space Safety” brings together the knowledge of experts at world-class institutes like the European Space Agency, the German Aerospace Center, the Technical University Munich, and the LMU University Hospital of Munich.

    Previous Learner
  • 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
  • Supply chain management is more important than ever. Ensuring the resilience of supply, production, and distribution is on top of the agenda of most companies. Efficient operations are key to achieving profitability. Augmenting profit with envivonmental and social objectives of in the management of value creation networks progresses sustainability. Our program equips you to address these challenges.

    Prof. Dr. Martin Grunow
    Head of Production and Supply Chain Management Group, TUM
  • In the circular Earth system, a circular economy is the greatest, perhaps only, chance of ensuring a peaceful existence for humanity. In order to preserve the carbon cycle, we need durable, unmixed and demountable structures in timber construction.

    Prof. Dr. Anja Rosen
    Architect, FH Münster
  • 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 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)
  • 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
  • Today, we face with the challenges of climate change, growing global population as well as resource scarcity. The building industry plays a decisive role in reducing CO2 emissions. The aim of our work is therefore to highlight concepts for implementing a positive ecological footprint in the building sector.

    Prof. Dr.-Ing. Werner Lang
    Professor for energy-efficient building and planning, TUM
  • At the start of our project phase at Kärcher, we were introduced to the most important people from the robotics team who provided us with the materials we needed. Through group interviews, we gathered valuable information for working on the objective questions. There were weekly feedback meetings to ensure mutual knowledge exchange. And although we could not be on site due to ongoing contact restrictions, we received continuous support.

    Tim Langendörfer
    Master in Management & Innovation, TUM Track
  • 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)
  • 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
  • Comprehensive knowledge of timber construction is the key to serving the exploding demand for building concepts with renewable raw materials.

    Prof. Hermann Kaufmann
    HK Architekten Hermann Kaufmann + Partner ZT
  • The content of the course is different from what you learn in a normal computer science course. It’s good to learn new things. It’s also good that we can learn at our own pace at edX!

    Former course participant Fundamentals of Communication Acoustics
  • 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
  • Progressive digitization in all areas of society also opens up numerous new attack surfaces. Comprehensive knowledge — both theoretical and practical — is needed to protect the entire digital infrastructure. This will enable us to transition to a secure digital society.

    Prof. Dr. Daniel Loebenberger
    Secure Infrastructure, Fraunhofer AISEC
  • By combining different areas of expertise, the certificate program provides a broad, integrated and critical perspective on the diverse aspects of sustainability. The exchange with learners from a wide range of industries offered interesting discussions and practical examples. I am now perfectly prepared to initiate improvements in the area of sustainability and to find sustainable solutions for customers.

    Dr. Bettina Basel
    Global Segment Manager Mold Making & Sustainability Coordinator Industrial Solutions, Wacker Chemie AG

Info Sessions

  • 17

    Dec | 2025
    1:00 – 2:00 PM

    Virtual Info Session | Master in Sustainable Real Estate

    Gain first-hand insights into the program’s structure, unique benefits, and career opportunities — and get all your questions answered directly by our expert team of Academic Advisors and Program Managers.
  • 08

    Jan | 2026
    07:00-08:00 pm

    Virtual Info Session | Advanced Manufacturing

    Join our virtual info session and get an overview of all the important information.

News & Insights

  • Institute news, Programs & Formats, Stories & Community

    Celebrating Achievement and Lifelong Learning: 2025 Graduation Ceremony of TUM’s Executive MBAs and Master Programs

    In November, we proudly celebrated the achievements of the 2025 graduates from the Executive MBA, Executive MBA in Business & IT, Executive MBA in Innovation & Business Creation, and Master in Management & Innovation programs.

  • Expert Insights

    SCHARF STELLEN – Charting Your Course with 7 Strategy Principles

    In the podcast SCHARF STELLEN – Charting Your Course with 7 Strategy Principles, you’ll gain weekly insights into the field of strategy research from Thomas Hutzschenreuter, professor and long-time lecturer in Executive & Professional Education at the Technical University of Munich

  • Programs & Formats

    Lifelong learning in architecture: Insights into the TUM.wood program

    In the everyday working life of architects, lifelong learning is a prerequisite for quality and future viability. Especially in timber construction – an industry that is rapidly evolving and constantly imposing new technical, legal, and design requirements – up-to-date specialist knowledge is a decisive competitive advantage.

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