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DBA.
Docter of Business Administration Real Estate Management
(DBA.RE.Eng.)
180 ECTS credits. Language: English.
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Elevate Your Legacy with a Strategic DBA in Real Estate Management
Are you shaping the future of real estate? Take it further. With your Executive DBA in Real Estate Management, you’re not just studying—you’re investing in leadership, global strategy, and long-term impact.
The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) represents the highest level of managerial education and the most advanced study of executive management and real estate leadership. This internationally recognized doctorate is designed for ambitious executives who demand more than an MBA—it provides authority, prestige, and applied expertise at a global scale.
Master the Business of Real Estate
Passionate about real estate but seeking a higher level of strategic influence? The International DBA in Real Estate Management equips you with advanced executive competencies—blending leadership, property investment strategy, and applied research to elevate your status as an industry thought leader.
The aim of the program is to develop advanced managerial abilities and executive skills with strong emphasis on strategic decisions, global investment processes, and innovative real estate solutions.
This study path is primarily intended for MBA graduates, Master’s degree holders (M.Sc., Ing.), and seasoned executives with at least five years of management experience. Designed for the elite, this Doctorate in Real Estate Leadership empowers you to build a legacy at the highest level.
The program is characterized by freedom in choosing your research and study subjects, with a strong focus on personal development, executive specialization, and leadership growth.
DBA Curriculum Overview
Advance your acumen with executive modules including:
Strategic Leadership for Global Real Estate Markets
Innovation & Digital Transformation in Asset Management
International Real Estate Economics & Capital Flows
Executive Research Methods & Thought Leadership
Governance, Ethics & Regulatory Strategy in Real Estate
Doctoral Dissertation: Applied Research with Tangible Business Value
Study flexible
anytime and anywhere with 24/7 online exams, full- or part-time.
Learn innovatively
on your digital campus with your own AI study assistant and multimedia tools.
USA & EU - recognised
Benefit from an accredited degree with excellent career prospects.
Study Format That Flexes to Your Lifestyle
Summary
Your study programme summed up
Study programme & degree
DBA.RE.Eng., 180 ECTS credits
Language: en
Full-time or part-time, 100% flexible
Application & starting date
Start from today, Online application, no application deadline
Study duration & extension
18, 24 and 36 months, depending on model Extension possible free of charge
Locations
Study programme independent of time & place, no mandatory attendance, innovative study tools available on online-campus, AI study assistant CIEAssistAI, exams online or at nearest examination centre
Study fees
Starting at 473€/month, depending on model Current discount campaign
Recognition & Approval
Study program is US & EU - approved, accredited & internationally renowned, 180 ECTS - EN: ACTD, AAHEA & EAEA
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Career
Your Career Trajectory: Command from the Top
The global real estate market is transforming—shaped by urbanization, capital flows, and digital transformation. This creates unprecedented opportunities for executives who combine research, leadership, and vision.
Your DBA in Real Estate Management qualifies you to lead at the very top: as CEO of a global development firm, Chief Real Estate Investment Strategist, or Board Advisor for institutional investors.
Upon successful completion, you are entitled to use the internationally recognized professional title “DBA” after your name, demonstrating your authority to investors, partners, and global stakeholders.
Executive Roles You’ll Command
Chief Real Estate Strategist
Lead global property investment strategies, set trends, and expand international portfolios.
Strategic Portfolio Director
Govern multi-billion euro property portfolios, optimize returns, and scale across markets.
Global Real Estate Board Advisor
Join the elite circle of board-level advisors for REITs, private equity funds, and global investors.
A Study Format Engineered for Leaders
At the Cosmopolitan Institute of Education and Research, we design executive DBA programs with maximum flexibility and prestige. Study when, where, and how it suits your global schedule—without compromising on academic excellence.
Full Executive Flexibility
Access online DBA modules, live executive seminars, and one-on-one doctoral mentorship - tailored for the world’s busiest leaders.
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A Chief Real Estate Strategist is a senior executive responsible for developing and implementing long-term real estate strategies that align with corporate goals and investment objectives. This leadership role involves analyzing market trends, overseeing property acquisitions and portfolio management, and ensuring optimal use of real estate assets to maximize value and return on investment. With expertise in real estate finance, asset management, and strategic planning, the Chief Real Estate Strategist plays a key role in guiding organizations through complex property decisions, mergers, and expansion projects. This position is ideal for visionary leaders who combine deep knowledge of real estate markets with strong business acumen to drive sustainable growth and competitive advantage.
A Strategic Portfolio Director in Real Estate is a senior executive responsible for overseeing and optimizing a company’s entire property and investment portfolio. This role combines strategic asset management, real estate investment planning, and corporate real estate governance to maximize long-term value and profitability. Key responsibilities include evaluating property performance, managing acquisitions and divestments, aligning real estate assets with corporate objectives, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
With expertise in real estate strategy, property portfolio management, financial analysis, and market trend forecasting, a Strategic Portfolio Director plays a pivotal role in driving growth and ensuring that real estate assets deliver maximum return on investment. This position is particularly attractive for professionals seeking leadership roles in global real estate firms, investment companies, or multinational corporations where property management is a key factor for business success.
A Global Real Estate Board Advisor is a senior executive expert who provides strategic guidance on international real estate investment, property development, and global asset management. This high-level role involves advising corporate boards, investors, and real estate organizations on market trends, regulatory frameworks, cross-border transactions, and long-term portfolio strategies. With deep expertise in global real estate markets, financial risk assessment, and sustainable property development, the advisor ensures that organizations maximize returns while complying with international standards.
Ideal for seasoned professionals with extensive experience in real estate, finance, and corporate governance, the Global Real Estate Board Advisor role is critical for companies seeking to expand their property portfolios, enter new markets, or optimize global real estate assets.
Even before you apply for an online study programme, we’ll gladly check whether we can take your previous achievements into account: 100% online, no strings attached. Simply fill in our online recognition form.
Send an email to info@cosmopolitan-institute.com to find out which previous achievements you can get recognised. Make sure you send your application before the end of your 1-month trial. You can get your previous achievements recognised during your studies. However, we can no longer grant you a cost reduction after the end of the trial month.
Admission Requirements
Admission requirements
We make it possible: At Cosmopolitan Institute of Education you can start your desired study programme - without NC, state-recognised, with or without a general A-level!
Depending on your personal circumstances, you might be required to provide proof of your English language proficiency. Your skills would need to match the B2 level of the Common European Framework (CEF). We accept the following English language skills certificates*:
Note: Proof must be provided before starting the study programme and must not be older than five years. Is English your native language, or have you graduated from an English-speaking school or institution of higher education? Then you do not need to prove your English language proficiency. Get in touch with our study advisors for more details.
*IU International University of Applied Sciences may accept other language certificates for English B2 (CEFR) at their discretion.
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