Overview
Certified Real Estate Investment Analyst:
Unlock Your Professional Potential in Capital and Real Estate Markets
CREA - Certified Real Estate Investment Analyst is an established continuing education programme developed in collaboration between DVFA and IREBS Executive Education. This course prepares you effectively for the interface between capital and real estate markets, while providing access to a vibrant network of renowned real estate experts.
Experience the numerous advantages of our programme: You can choose to complete the Certified Real Estate Investment Analyst either in a blended learning format with in-class sessions or entirely online, offering flexibility to suit your schedule.
This part-time programme, equivalent to 19 ECTS, is recognized as advanced training according to HypZert. Graduates are entitled to use the title "Certified Real Estate Investment Analyst (IREBS/DVFA)". Discover the diverse benefits and unlock your professional potential through this programme.
Upcoming Dates
Certified Real Estate Investment Analyst
08. 05. 2025 | Frankfurt
07. 11. 2024 | Munich
| Early Booking Dates | |
| before January 15th(Frankfurt, Digital) | before Aug. 15th (Munich) |
| Schedules | |
Frankfurt Schedule 2025 | MunichSchedule 2024 |
| Digital schedule2025 German | Digital schedule2025 English |
If you have any questions about the programme, feel free to reach out to the Programme Manager. We are here to answer your inquiries and look forward to assisting you!
| Telephone: | +49 (0) 6723 9950-30 |
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Key Benefits
Discover the benefits of choosing our institution for your education
University-level Education
The IREBS Executive Education is part of the Faculty of Business, Economics, and Management at the University of Regensburg.
Networking
Alumni who join IMMOEBS e. V. gain access to an excellent and valuable network in the real estate industry.
Prospects
Achieving certification from IREBS is held in high regard by executives and HR managers in the real estate industry.
Awards
The best performers of each year's cohort are recognized with a sponsored cash prize amounting to €1,500.
Well-Equipped
We provide our students with the necessary equipment, including free Microsoft Office 365 licenses, for the duration of the programme.
Study Plus
Career counselling, modern seminar spaces at all study locations, 24/7 access to the learning platform, and fresh fruits, snacks, and beverages at in-class courses.
Renowned
You will engage in expert discussions with high-profile and renowned lecturers from academia and industry.
Pioneers
IREBS Executive Education has been in the market for over three decades and has successfully trained over 7,500 professionals.
Course Structure
Choose Your Learning Path: CREA Blended Learning or CREA Digital
You can complete the Certified Real Estate Investment Analyst (CREA) programme in a span of just five months. The Blended Learning format of CREA, a combination of in-class sessions and computer-assisted learning, requires a total of 14 days, including two exam days. This format also includes 68 learning units through e-learning. Alternatively, the CREA programme is available in a digital format, which covers 135 learning units through e-learning and two exam days held in person in Frankfurt. CREA Digital is offered in both German and English.
Modules
Course contents at a glance
Module 1 | 3In-class sessions (20teaching units) or CREA Digital 7online sessions (47teaching units)Module 2 | 2In-class sessions (12teaching units) or CREA Digital 3.5online sessions (19teaching units)Module 3 | 3In-class sessions (28teaching units) or CREA Digital 6.5online sessions (32teaching units)Module 4 | 4In-class sessions (8teaching units) or CREA Digital 5online sessions (37teaching units)
Module 1 | 3In-class sessions (20teaching units) or CREA Digital 7online sessions (47teaching units)
Module 1 | 3In-class sessions (20teaching units) or CREA Digital 7online sessions (47teaching units)
International Real Estate and Capital Markets
The initial module lays the foundation for further specialisation, covering fundamental concepts of economics, financial mathematics, and digital business.
Selection of topics:
- Macroeconomic fundamentals of the real estate market
- Investment vehicles and investors
- Investment analysis
- Sustainability in the real estate industry
- Quantitative methods
- Analysis of real estate markets using external data sources
- Digitalisation and Big Data
Module 2 | 2In-class sessions (12teaching units) or CREA Digital 3.5online sessions (19teaching units)
Module 2 | 2In-class sessions (12teaching units) or CREA Digital 3.5online sessions (19teaching units)
Business models of market participants
Module 2 focuses on enhancing your understanding of the different types of commercially used properties. You will explore a broad and diverse range of real estate related services and gain insights into the distinct characteristics of office, commercial, and residential properties.
Selection of topics:
- Office property investment and real estate asset management
- Commercial property investment
- Real estate service companies
- Real estate project development
- Residential property companies
Module 3 | 3In-class sessions (28teaching units) or CREA Digital 6.5online sessions (32teaching units)
Module 3 | 3In-class sessions (28teaching units) or CREA Digital 6.5online sessions (32teaching units)
Real Estate Investments and Analysis
The third module covers essential topics on real estate valuation methods and investment vehicle analysis.
Selections of topics:
- Real estate and financing
- International real estate valuation
- Real estate bonds
- Capital market law
- Open/closed-end real estate funds
- Special funds
- Real estate investment banking
- Real estate accounting and valuation
Module 4 | 4In-class sessions (8teaching units) or CREA Digital 5online sessions (37teaching units)
Module 4 | 4In-class sessions (8teaching units) or CREA Digital 5online sessions (37teaching units)
Portfolio Management
Module 4 focuses on analysing real estate portfolios using capital market-proven methods. Through simulations and case studies, participants will gain practical experience in the valuation and management of real estate portfolios.
Selection of topics:
- Cash flow modelling
- Portfolio theory
- Real estate portfolio management
- Risk-adjusted real estate valuation and portfolio control
- Real estate bidding game
- Programme brochure CREA DigitalFree download
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Everything you need to know
Structure & Study Formats
Tuition Fees
Target Group & Admission Requirements
Certificate & Title
Structure & Study Formats
CREA Blended Learning
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Combination of in-class sessions and E-Learning
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14 in-class days including 2 exam days
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68 E-Learning units (equivalent to 10 net working days)
Online
- Flexible schedule and location
- Learn at your own pace
- Option to take courses in German or English
Tuition Fees
| Tuition fees | 8.950 € |
| Early bird rebate | 8.235 €* |
| Reduced tuition fee | 8.235 €** |
*The early bird rebate is available if you register by January 15th prior to the start of the programme (for Frankfurt and the digital programme), or by August15st prior to the start of the programme (for Munich).
**Alumni, members of IMMOEBS e. V. or IREBS Core e. V., HypZert-certified valuers.
All prices are subject to the legally applicable VAT. Discounts are not cumulative.
The payment schedule for the fees is spread over three instalments:
I. Instalment (20%): 14 days after receiving the written acceptance
II. Instalment (40%): four weeks prior to the start of the programme
III. Instalment (40%): at the beginning of the programme
- Employers often cover some or all of the fees forcontinuing education and training.
- The expenses for the programme are generally tax deductible.
- Applicants can expect to receive a response to their application within a few working days.
Target Group & Admission Requirements
The CREA programme is designed in a modular structure, making it a perfect fit for the needs of busy professionals.
- Professionals from the real estate industry
- Financial analysts and investors with an interest in real estate investments
- Property developers and real estate agents
- Financial advisors and asset managers
- Individuals seeking to expand their knowledge in real estate investment and analysis
Certificate & Title
Graduates of the short course Certified Real Estate Investment Analyst obtain the title "CREA® – Certified Real Estate Investment Analyst/-in (DVFA/IREBS)“
The completed course corresponds to 19 ECTS.
HypZert is Germany's leading organisation for surveyers in real estate evaluation and analytics in the financial economics sector with international partners. HypZert certifies surveyors according to the exacting and internationally recognised criteria of ISO/IEC 17024.
The CREA programme is recognised as professional development according to HypZert guidelines. Participants will be awarded one day of professional development for each day attended, with a maximum of 3 training days per calendar year.
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Testimonials
Voices of Experience: Recommendations from Faculty, Alumni, and Professionals
The growing emphasis on capital markets in the real estate sector creates a significant demand for skilled analysts in the fields of real estate and finance.
Barbara Knoflach (FRICS)
Independent Board Member / Managing Partner, Founder of tiny BE, Deal Evolution
I really appreciated the blend of finance-related subjects and real estate insights. Through the CREA programme, I had the opportunity to enhance my knowledge in finance and gain a comprehensive understanding of real estate as an investment asset.
Nadja Klaus
Investment Management, LBBW Landesbank Baden-Württemberg (Graduate of IREBS Executive Education 2019)
Participating in the CREA Blended programme was a valuable experience for me. I found the practical approach in the classes, emphasized by the lecturers, to be highly motivating and immediately applicable. Despite having some professional experience, I still gained valuable new insights. The hybrid format of in-person sessions and
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Participating in the CREA Blended programme was a valuable experience for me. I found the practical approach in the classes, emphasized by the lecturers, to be highly motivating and immediately applicable. Despite having some professional experience, I still gained valuable new insights. The hybrid format of in-person sessions and e-learning allowed me to have flexible study hours. I highly recommend this programme!
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Sophia Sailer
Investment Manager at QUEST Investment Partners (Graduate of IREBS Executive Education 2020)
