Real Estate Certificate (REC) – Additional Qualification Programme
A practice-oriented certificate programme for Master’s students at the University of St. Gallen to specialise in real estate economics, finance, and management.
Best for:Best for Master’s students seeking to specialise in real estate with a strong practical component, combining theory with direct industry exposure and networking opportunities.
Overview
The Real Estate Certificate (REC) is a 24-ECTS additional qualification programme at the University of St. Gallen, launching in Fall 2025. Open exclusively to Master’s students across all disciplines at HSG, it offers a hands-on introduction to the real estate industry, blending core courses in finance, investments, law, and construction with elective modules. The programme emphasises real-world application through case studies, guest lectures, and industry collaborations with Swiss real estate firms. Participants gain both academic depth and practical experience to address current market challenges. Electives may also count towards their primary Master’s degree, allowing for interdisciplinary focus.
What you'll do
- Complete 8 ECTS of compulsory courses covering real estate finance, investments, economics, construction, marketing, transaction management, and law.
- Earn 16 ECTS through elective courses tailored to individual academic interests within the real estate framework.
- Engage in real-world learning formats such as case studies, guest lectures, workshops, and networking events with Swiss real estate companies.
- Develop practical skills to critically analyse and navigate challenges in the real estate sector.
- Apply knowledge gained to potential contributions towards your primary Master’s degree, if applicable.
Requirements
Degree required: Current enrolment in any Master’s programme at Universität St. Gallen (HSG)
Language: English
Instruction: English
- No prior real estate-specific skills required; open to all Master’s students regardless of background.
- Ability to engage with interdisciplinary coursework in economics, finance, and management.
- Open only to students currently enrolled in a Master’s programme at Universität St. Gallen (HSG).
- No nationality or residency restrictions mentioned.
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Applicants must be currently enrolled in a Master’s programme at Universität St. Gallen (HSG). Application details and deadlines are available on the university’s website. No explicit application process is described beyond enrolment in the Master’s programme.
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