Master of Science (MSc)
Real Estate Specialisation
Your path to shape the skyline
The Real Estate industry plays an integral role in the worldwide economy and has become a highly competitive and technologically advanced sector. In 2024, the combined economic contributions of new commercial building development and the operations of existing commercial buildings in the United States resulted in direct expenditures of $898.5 billion, contributing $2.5 trillion to the U.S. gross domestic product (GDP), generating $862.5 billion in personal earnings, and supporting a total of 14.2 million jobs. Additionally, countries such as the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, and Spain ranked among the top 15 investment destinations worldwide.
The MSc in Real Estate will provide you with the necessary skills and networking to succeed in this fascinating and competitive sector, in an international business context.
Taught by world-renowned faculty and guest expert practitioners, participants will receive a cutting-edge education combining theory with real-world applicability to become leaders in the industry.
This MSc includes two terms of intensive courses in Madrid and one term in London with additional specialisation courses. Field trips to major European cities, including the Spanish coast, Paris and MIPIM Cannes, are part of the programme.
Specialisation Objectives:
- Global and in-depth multidisciplinary knowledge of this versatile and fascinating industry
- Learning by doing
- Shaping pro-active, problem-solving, and conscious professionals
- Building an outstanding, unique and international network
“Pursuing the MSc in Real Estate at ESCP was a pivotal and crucial decision in my career. The cultural enrichment of studying in various campuses, the interaction with top level professionals, alongside the analysis of numerous case studies and an International Consulting Project (ICP) throughout the curriculum, have equipped me with the necessary skills and mentality to perform my duties at the highest level during my internship at BNP Paribas Real.”
Emile MOUAWAD
MSc in Real Estate Class 2021
Project coordinator at SALY BAT, Senegal
Careers
Common job titles are:
- Real Estate Analyst
- Real Estate Asset Manager
- Real Estate Investment Manager
- Valuation Analyst
- Development Analyst
- Investment Analyst
- Financial Analyst
- Acquisitions Associate
- PropTech entrepreneur
- Real Estate Big Data Analyst
- Mortgage Broker and Analyst
Industries hiring:
- Institutional Investors and Investment Funds
- Consultancy Firms
- Real Estate Service Firms
- Investment Banks
- Investment and Development Companies
Key aspects of the specialisation
- A specialisation of the Master Degree (Diplôme d'Études Avancées en Management International des Entreprises (DEAMIE)) *.
- Learning by doing: Our teaching principles combine a real estate curriculum with real business cases, live case studies, seminar presentations by renowned guest speakers, networking events, and an International Consulting Project (ICP)
- Technology driven approach to understand and work with the most advanced technologies in the Real Estate world
- World-renowned faculty and guest expert practitioners will provide the best professional practices in an international context.
- PropTech entrepreneurs will analyse their successes, struggles and business models
- “Full-Time Intensive” format will allow you at the end of a short and dense tuition, to have an immediate access to decision-making leadership positions
- Field trips and other learning experiences outside the classroom to complement the specialisation.
- Internships all over the world for a minimun of 4 months.
- Multicampus structure will allow participants to study in two of the most dynamic, beautiful and important capitals in Europe
- Multicultural diversity thanks to ESCP’s global faculty and international class mix.
- Career possibilities around the globe through our large alumni network and ESCP’s strong connections with the corporate world.
Scientific Director

Jaime Pérez Luque
PhD in Economics, Nova School of Business and Economics
Research areas: residential development and mortgage lending
Executive Director

Nicolás Diaz Saldaña
RE Senior Advisor
About the Master Degree (DEAMIE)*
« Diplôme d'Études Avancées en Management International des Entreprises » (DEAMIE)
Joining this full-time Master of Science corresponds to the determination to pursue a defined professional project and gives young graduates and young executives a combination of high value skills sought by recruiters.
This programme provides academic expertise and presentation of the best professional practices. Our goal is to train experts who will be rapidly able to progress in a globalised world.
Students will obtain 1 degree: the French Master degree (DEAMIE) and 1 diploma: MSc in Real Estate.
*This is a university level specialisation leading to an official degree in France.

ESCP Business School’s MSc in Real Estate is RICS-accredited, reinforcing the program’s excellence and industry relevance. This accreditation ensures that students receive world-class education, opening doors to global career opportunities.
Class of 2026 profile
86 participants 25 nationalities
25% female 75% male
48% Business management 1% Marketing & Communication 17%Hospitality
9% Economics 6% Real Estate 19% Other
Field Trip to MIPIM
A unique experience where students attend the most important real estate fair in Europe
Master of Science (MSc)
Real Estate Specialisation
Curriculum
Our programme targets your expertise
The specialisation complements the more traditional subjects of real estate (development, finance, investments, consulting, management, capital markets, law and taxation) with cutting edge topics such as Big Data, PropTech, Smart Cities and more, in order to provide the future leaders of the real estate industry with the necessary skills required to enter, develop and succeed in this versatile sector.
By combining multiple teaching methods, such as in-class lectures, workshops, business cases, field trips, online content, individual as well as group work, our students learn how to work, interact, and problem-solve in multiple scenarios and within the different specialisations that the industry offers – from banking to consulting to valuation and beyond. In addition, many of the professors also work in the professional world bringing their own first-hand experience to the table. This is complemented by multiple networking opportunities with key industry stakeholders.
This full-time specialisation takes place over 9 months (15 months including internship and thesis) and is divided into three terms (2 terms in Madrid and 1 term in London). You have to be proficient in English to follow these courses.
NOTE: ESCP is committed to delivering the curriculum as is, unless external circumstances (such as the COVID-19 pandemic) are in the way, in which case(s) we will develop alternatives to deliver the programmes’s learning objectives.
A one-year full-time programme
The programme begins in October and is organised as follow:
CORE COURSES - TERM 1
Jul-Sep: Candidates with < 240 ECTS previous degree (or equivalent)
These six modules are compulsory only for candidates with less than 240ECTS (or equivalent)
They run mainly in an online format between July and September prior to the campus terms, with a final exam week held on campus at the end of September. Candidates may be considered for exemption from attending these modules based on prior work experience (a minimum of 3 years of full-time employment after graduation). See Admission Tab for more information.
CORE MANAGEMENT
- Economics
- Marketing
- Strategy
- Accounting & Finance
- Statistics for Management
- Leadership
COURSE MODULES- TERMS 2 & 3
Oct-March: Madrid campus| May-June: Madrid & London campus
The courses address both theory and real-life applications with a practical approach to real estate. They are taught from October to June by world renowned faculty and guest expert practitioners.
Students will also take a compulsory seminar on Ethics, Enviromental, Social & Corporate Governance.
Term 2
Oct-Dec – Madrid
Real Estate Management
- Introduction to Real Estate Development
- Real Estate Consulting
- Entrepreneurship & Real Estate
Real Estate Technology, Innovation and Sustainability
- PropTech and Real Estate Innovation
- Smart Cities and Urban Design
- Software Technologies in Real Estate and Data Analytics
- Real Estate Investment Trust
- Fundraising in Real Estate
- Sustainability and ESG In Real Estate
- Culture, Heritage and Real Estate
Field Trips & Skills to Succeed in Real Estate
- 1-week field trip on "Hotel Operational Management" in a Spanish coastal city
- Effective Communication & Pitch
- Career Development
- 1-week field trip to Paris and MIPIM Cannes
Term 2b
Jan-Mar – Madrid
Live Case Studies
- Live Case Study Mixed-used Real Estate
- Live Case Study Retail
- Live Case Study Logistics
Real Estate Finance and Investments
- Hotels Mergers and Acquisitions
- Introduction to Real Estate Finance and Investments
- Real Estate Investment Funds
Real Estate Law, Economics and Meeting the Experts
- Real Estate Law and Taxation
- Real Estate Economics
- Negotiation and Problem Solving
- Roundtables with Real Estate Leaders
Term 3
May – London
- Advance Real Estate Development
- Advance Real Estate Data Analytics and Artificial Inteligence
- Real Estate Capital Markets
- Office Space and Coworking
- Field trip and site visits in London, UK
PROFESSIONAL MISSION- TERM 4
June-Dec: A professional mission of 4 months minimum anywhere in the world
From mid-April to end December, you must complete an in-company internship of at least 4 months (though often lasting for 7-8 months). ESCP assists you in locating internship opportunities and networking with companies.
The internship is an opportunity for practical application of the theoretical concepts learned from courses, with an eye to establishing a career. In many cases, corporate employers consider the internship as a trial period for a permanent position.
The Corporate Relations Department
The Company Relations Department is dedicated to gather placement offers from many companies. The department also organises a series of fairs involving firms, giving you many opportunities to make contact.
The Professional Thesis is the best way to develop and put into practice the learning and skills the students have acquired during the programme in order to go further with the topics they are interested the most in the marketing field.
An original research
The professional thesis is an original research of a particular topic that is developed utilizing quantitative, qualitative methods and digital marketing tools to explore a specific communication trend, event or phenomenon.
Supervised by a member of Faculty
Students receives a supervision by a member of Faculty or expert in the relevant field during the development of their professional thesis. Students are oriented to select a topic of personal interest or one highly related to their profile and analyse how the issue relates to broader concepts and to other sectors and types of companies in order to draw valuable conclusions
In final
At the end of the programme, a written thesis is submitted and the best projects are invited to the campus for awarding them by their special contribution to a particular field.
Profession Thesis represents 17 of the total of 120 ECTS credits earned overt his academic year.
During this time, students will also participate in a mandatory Reasearch Seminar held by an ESCP professor. This seminar represents 3 ESCTS credits of the total 120 earned over this academic year.

“The Master in Real Estate at ESCP has been an enriching experience, blending theory with hands-on projects that have significantly deepened my industry expertise. I particularly valued the program’s strong focus on real-world case studies, consulting projects, teamwork and networking opportunities. Overall, the program, along with its international orientation and collaborative environment, has helped me build a strong, well-rounded skill set, equipping me for a successful career in the real estate sector. “
Hannah Graw
MSc in Real Estate Class 2023
Associate Real Estate Debt Investment at Lenwood Capital GMBH, München.

ESCP Business School’s MSc in Real Estate is RICS-accredited, reinforcing the program’s excellence and industry relevance. This accreditation ensures that students receive world-class education, opening doors to global career opportunities.
Class of 2026 profile
86 participants 25 nationalities
25% female 75% male
48% Business management 1% Marketing & Communication 17%Hospitality
9% Economics 6% Real Estate 19% Other
Field Trip to MIPIM
A unique experience where students attend the most important real estate fair in Europe
Master of Science (MSc)
Real Estate
Careers
Placement Report
100%
are employed
7.41%%
are
Entrepreneurs
44%
have a job with a
international dimension
Salary
€57,572 average annual salary
€20,235 average annual bonus
Sectors
71%
Real Estate
15%
Banking
6%
Hospitality, Tourisim
3%
Consulting
5%
Other
Career opportunities
- Real Estate Private Equity Analyst
- Real Estate Consultant
- Investment Analyst
- Project manager Development & Planning
- Real Estate Finance Analyst
- Asset Management & Investment Immobiliser
- Valuation & Transaction Advisory
- Real Estate Development
- Private Equity Management
- Market Research Consultant
Companies Hiring
Louis Vuitton Malletier - Christies-mer et Volume- Edmond de Rothschild- RAK Hospitality Holding- KPMG- HW Capital- Arkéa Real Estate - Atlantic Real Estate Europe - Rockstone - Westfort Advisors - AVENSIS - Savills- JLL -BNP Paribas – Deloitte – ING Bank – Robert Walters – Novartis ....

ESCP Business School’s MSc in Real Estate is RICS-accredited, reinforcing the program’s excellence and industry relevance. This accreditation ensures that students receive world-class education, opening doors to global career opportunities.
Class of 2026 profile
86 participants 25 nationalities
25% female 75% male
48% Business management 1% Marketing & Communication 17%Hospitality
9% Economics 6% Real Estate 19% Other
Field Trip to MIPIM
A unique experience where students attend the most important real estate fair in Europe
Master of Science (MSc)
Real Estate Specialisation
Admissions
Requirements
- An official bachelor's and master's degree in any discipline, preferably in business, science, architecture or engineering, with a minimum of 180 ECTS credits* (equivalent to a 3-year bachelor's degree). Candidates who hold a master's degree must also provide proof of their bachelor's degree for admission.
- Advanced English level *: C1
- TOEFL IBT: 95
- TOEFL written: 600
- TOEFL computer based: 250
- TOEIC: 945
- IELTS: 7
- Cambridge: C1 level
- Minimum 6 months of professional experience is recommended
- Real motivation to join the master and for a high-level career in this field
(*) Due to accreditation regulations, students starting with less than 240 ECTS will need to obtain an additional 30 ECTS at ESCP Business School. The school will offer additional course options for those students. The corresponding fee for these ECTS is 3,500€
*If your bachelor’s degree was taught entirely in English, you do not need to take an English exam, but send a certificate from your university stating that your bachelor’s was taught entirely in English.
Procedure
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and must be submitted by the deadlines listed in the admissions calendar. As places are limited, early submission is strongly encouraged.
After evaluation, the candidate will be informed if they are eligible to proceed to the final interview stage.
Step 1: Application form
Applications are submitted online. Candidates must complete the form with their personal and professional information. Please take your time and answer all questions as fully and thoughtfully as possible.
These are the documents to be included in your application:
- A copy of a bachelor or master diploma OR certificate of enrollment for current Bachelor studies (English or Spanish).
- A copy of your grade transcripts covering all years of university study or the years done so far (English or Spanish).
- Copy of passport
- An updated CV in English
- Motivational letter in English
- Two recommendation letters (English or Spanish). At least one must come from a professional background.
The references should be signed and stamped by the issuing company or institution, and they should also include the date and contact details of the referee. - Official English certificate issued within the last 2 years (if applicable)
- TOEFL IBT: 95
- TOEFL written: 600
- TOEFL computer based: 250
- TOEIC: 945
- IELTS: 7
- Cambridge: C1 level
(*) If you do not have an official English certificate obtained within the last 2 years, you will be invited to take the ESCP English Proficiency Test, after you submit your application. The test is conducted completely online. Exemptions may be granted to candidates who have completed their entire bachelor's degree (minimum 3 years) in English. If the degree was not obtained in an English-speaking country, a confirmation letter from the university stating English as the medium of instruction is required for exemption consideration.
Remember that you need to submit all the required documents, including English test results, before the application deadline, so if you need to take the ESCP English test, make sure you send your application well before the application deadline to have enough time to complete it.
Please ensure that all required supporting documents are scanned and uploaded during the online application process.
Please note: for full details of the application requirements, please see the online application. An application fee of €130 is required to cover processing of the application.
Step 2: Personal Interview
Candidates whose applications are accepted and meet the programme requirements will be invited to an individual interview. This interview is a key part of the admissions process, evaluating the candidate’s motivation and suitability for the programme. Interviews are conducted online from November to September, subject to seat availability.
Step 3: Confirmation
Admission decisions are sent out by email and post within two weeks of the interview.
Once admitted, candidates have up to 10 days * to pay the enrollment fee and confirm their place in the programme. (* this timeframe may change depending on the time of the year).
Admission Calendar
Here is the admission calendar for the 2026 intake. Applications open in October 2025, and you may begin completing and submitting your application for the first admissions session in November. Please make sure to meet the deadline corresponding to the month in which you plan to submit your application to the programme*.
Application Sessions |
Application Deadline |
Interview Dates |
---|---|---|
November | 9 Nov 2025 | 25-26 Nov 2025 |
January | 11 Jan 2026 | 27-28 Jan 2026 |
February | 1 Feb 2026 | 18-19 Feb 2026 |
March | 22 Feb 2026 | 10-11 Mar 2026 |
April | 05 Apr 2026 | 21-22 Apr 2026 |
May | 3 May 2026 | 26-27 May 2026 |
June | 24 May 2026 | 9-10 Jun 2026 |
July * | 30 Jun & 1-2 Jul 2026 | 1 Jul 2026 |
September * | 23 Aug 2026 | 2 Sep 2026 |
* Note that the admission round will take place only if there are still seats available in the programme at that time.
(*) only available for candidates with at least 4 years of previous studies or more (minimum 240 ECTS or equivalent). Due to the time required to obtain the Student visa, these admission sessions are only available for European students or those who have a European passport.

ESCP Business School’s MSc in Real Estate is RICS-accredited, reinforcing the program’s excellence and industry relevance. This accreditation ensures that students receive world-class education, opening doors to global career opportunities.
Class of 2026 profile
86 participants 25 nationalities
25% female 75% male
48% Business management 1% Marketing & Communication 17%Hospitality
9% Economics 6% Real Estate 19% Other
Field Trip to MIPIM
A unique experience where students attend the most important real estate fair in Europe
Master of Science (MSc)
Real Estate Specialisation
Fees & Financial
Fees
Intake 2026
- Application fee: €130
- Total Cost: €26,200*
- Tuition fee: €23,900
- Student service and registration cost: €2,300
- Term 1 (for candidates with less than 240 ECTS credits): €3,500
Applicants who are offered a place must confirm their acceptance and pay a non-refundable deposit of €3,600, which will be deducted from the total tuition fees.
If a student extends their enrolment prior to graduation, either to complete an internship or to retake courses not yet passed, an additional fee of €1,000 will be applied for each extended academic year.
* Note:
Tuition Fees include the ESCP Alumni lifelong membership, administrative & service costs, as well as the international SOS mobility support. These three items represent a total amount of €2,300, which is already included in the tuition fee. Travel & accommodation costs are not included for all classes on ESCP campuses.
Travel and accommodation expenses for mandatory field trips are covered as follows:
Spanish coastal city: Accommodation, breakfast, and lunch are included.
Paris: Accommodation, travel, and breakfast are included.
For the intercampus experience:
London: All academic sessions are included in the tuition fees. However, students are responsible for arranging and paying for their own travel, accommodation, and meals.
Other expenses, such as housing, visa, etc., are excluded.
Scholarships
The MSc programmes at ESCP Madrid are pleased to offer a range of scholarships designed to support deserving candidates who have demonstrated academic excellence, face financial constraints, and/or contribute to the diversity of our cohort.
These scholarships are awarded based on academic merit, high potential shown during the admission process, and our commitment to assisting outstanding applicants from diverse backgrounds who may encounter financial barriers.
Given the high volume of applications our MSc programmes receive each year, we aim to prioritise those who apply early. To this end, 66% of the available scholarships will be awarded during the first three admission sessions (November, January, and February) and the remaining scholarships will be distributed in the subsequent admission rounds (March, April, and May). These scholarships are cumulative* (up to € 6,000), allowing candidates to benefit from different scholarships simultaneously. The awarded amount will be deducted from the tuition fee payment.
As a student enrolled in the MSc in Real Estate, you may be eligible for the following scholarship opportunities*:
(*) These scholarships are not compatible with those offered under the agreements with Colfuturo, ICETEX or Funed. Scholarship amounts are calculated based on the tuition fees only (excluding the €2,300 allocated to service-related costs such as the ESCP Alumni lifelong membership, administrative & service fees, and international SOS mobility support).
Excellence Scholarship
Value:€4,000
Eligibility: This scholarship is intended for applicants who have achieved a high GPA and/or demonstrated exceptional performance during the admission process.
Process: These merit-based scholarships are awarded at the end of each admissions round. All applicants are automatically considered upon admission to the programme and will be notified directly if they are awarded an Excellence Scholarship—no additional documents are required.
Deadline: Scholarship results are communicated via email to candidates selected in each admission round, within one week of the admission results being published.
Ibero- American Talent Scholarship (LATAM countries, Spain and Portugal)
Value:€2,000
Eligibility: Open to nationals from the LATAM and IBERIA regions for all MSc programmes. Candidates must hold citizenship in a country within these regions and be admitted to the intake. Applicants with dual nationality are also eligible if one of their nationalities is from the LATAM or IBERIA region and is declared during the application. Additionally, candidates should have strong academic and/or professional experience in the LATAM or IBERIA region.
Process: These merit-based scholarships are available to all admitted applicants from Ibero-American countries at the end of each admission session. All eligible applicants who have demonstrated academic excellence and/or relevant work experience are automatically considered—no additional documentation is required.
Deadline: Scholarship results are communicated via email directly to admitted candidates who have been selected, within one week after the admission results are published.
Need-Based Scholarship
Value:
- €5,000 (for candidates enrolled by March 9th, 2026)
- €3,000 (for candidates enrolled by June 15th, 2026)
Eligibility: This scholarship is open to all candidates who have been admitted and enrolled in one of our MSc programmes and can demonstrate financial need.
Process: Admitted and enrolled candidates interested in this scholarship must complete the scholarship form- application provided by your admissions manager- by March 9th or June 15th respectively, depending on their admission session and when they confirmed their place.
Additionally, the following documents must be uploaded:
- A personal statement outlining in detail why you should be awarded the scholarship. The submission can be in any format (video, essay, art, etc.), but it must clearly explain your current financial situation.
- The last three payslips. If you are currently unemployed or are not the person financing the programme, you must provide the last three payslips of the person financing the programme.
- Annual income tax returns from the past two years of the person financing the programme.
- Any other official documents certifying your current financial situation.
All documents must be submitted in English or Spanish. If the originals are in another language, a sworn translation must be provided.
Deadline: Scholarship results will be announced via email in the first weeks of April or at the end of June, depending on the date of application. The deadlines to apply are March 9th and June 15th, respectively.
Please do not hesitate to contact our Recriutment team for any questions you may have about our scholarships, we will be happy to help you.
EXTERNAL FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES
It is possible to attain scholarships granted independently of the School. Some countries provide scholarships for their own citizens.
FUNED Financing for Mexican students
Provide complementary financial aid and scholarships for Mexican students who wish to pursue their master´s degree abroad in top ranked universities.
Students obtain FUNED Financing + ESCP 20% tuition fee Scholarship for Mexican students. Please note that this scholarship cannot be cumulative with ESCP Scholarships and you need to be admitted and enrolled in the programme to apply for it.
COLFUTURO - Financing for Colombian students
Provide complementary financial aid and scholarships for colombian students who wish to pursue a Master’s degree abroad at ESCP Madrid campus. Students obtain Colfuturo Financing + ESCP tuition fee scholarship for colombian students. Please note that this scholarship cannot be cumulative with ESCP Scholarships and you need to be admitted and enrolled in the programme to apply for it.
INSTITUTO TRAYECTORIAS – Financing for Brazilian students
Provides complementary financial aid and scholarships for Brazilian students who wish to pursue a Master’s degree abroad at ESCP.
Students may obtain Instituto Trayectorias Financing + ESCP tuition fee scholarships for Brazilian students. Please note that this scholarship cannot be cumulative with ESCP Scholarships and you need to be admitted and enrolled in the programme to apply for it.
It is also possible to attain scholarships granted independently of the School. Some countries provide scholarships for their own citizens. Please obtain information in your home country by contacting the relevant government bodies and foundations.
Loans & Bursaries
A programme such as the MSc in Real Estate is perhaps the most significant investment that you will make in your professional life and your future. Below are some options to help fund your time at ESCP.
BBVA: Offers two loan options for ESCP students
Option 1: Master and Courses Loan
- Loan holder: student or parent
- Maximum amount: up to €75,000
- Interest rate: Euribor + 4%
- Repayment period: up to 8 years
- Fixed Opening Commission: 1,50%
Option 2: Master Blue Loan
- Loan holder: student or parent
- Maximum amount: up to €50,000
- Interest rate: First 6 months (Euribor + 0%), rest period (Euribor + 6%)
- Repayment period: up to 10 years
- Total lack of capital and interests: up to 24 months
Banco Sabadell
Highlights of the ESCP´s agreement with Banco Sabadell offers two ways of financing our degrees:
- Tuition loan. Interest-free, short -term loan up to €18,000, to be repaid in 12 months
- Loan. Long-term loan to be repaid in a maximum of 10 years following the loan applications.
Bank Sabadell reserves the right to refuse the loan if, at the time of submission of the loan application, any circumstances pertaining the person(s) applying for the loan come to light that could alter decision regarding whether to grant the loan.
Important
Any decisions regarding the loan itself are made by the banks in question and ESCP does not have any say over or responsibility for their final decision.
Conditions and requirements are set by each bank and/or institution; students are responsible to go over them directly with the bank/institution. ESCP does not guarantee that the loans will be granted.

ESCP Business School’s MSc in Real Estate is RICS-accredited, reinforcing the program’s excellence and industry relevance. This accreditation ensures that students receive world-class education, opening doors to global career opportunities.
Class of 2026 profile
86 participants 25 nationalities
25% female 75% male
48% Business management 1% Marketing & Communication 17%Hospitality
9% Economics 6% Real Estate 19% Other
Field Trip to MIPIM
A unique experience where students attend the most important real estate fair in Europe
Master of Science (MSc)
Real Estate Specialisation
RICS Accreditation - Elevate Your Real Estate Career
What is RICS?
The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) is the most prestigious global professional body for real estate and built environment professionals. Its internationally recognized RICS Valuation Standards align with the International Valuation Standards Council (IVSC), ensuring the highest level of professionalism and market credibility.
Why does it matter?
RICS accreditation guarantees that real estate professionals adhere to best practices, ethical standards, and industry-leading valuation methods, making them highly sought after by employers and global organizations.

What Does RICS Accreditation Mean for the MSc in Real Estate at ESCP?
ESCP Business School’s MSc in Real Estate is now RICS-accredited, reinforcing the program’s excellence and industry relevance. This accreditation ensures that students receive world-class education, opening doors to global career opportunities.
- International Recognition – Your degree aligns with the most respected real estate standards worldwide.
- Preferred by Employers – RICS accreditation is a hallmark of expertise, increasing employability.
- Fast-Track to MRICS – Graduates benefit from an accelerated pathway to obtaining their Member of RICS (MRICS) designation.
How Does RICS Accreditation Benefit You?
- Accelerated MRICS Pathway
Graduates of a RICS-accredited MSc need only two years of professional experience post-graduation to apply for MRICS certification, compared to five years for non-accredited graduates. - Elite Career Prospects
The MRICS designation is a key differentiator in the real estate industry, enhancing your ability to secure leadership roles and higher salaries. - Global Network & Industry Prestige
Joining RICS connects you with 130,000+ professionals worldwide, providing networking and career advancement opportunities.
Is MRICS Accreditation Included in the MSc Tuition?
No, the MRICS accreditation process is independent of MSc tuition. Fees for registration and membership vary by country, so students should refer to their local RICS office for registration and cost details.
Why Choose the ESCP MSc in Real Estate?
- Cutting-Edge Curriculum aligned with real-world real estate practices
- Hands-on Learning through case studies, site visits, and expert-led projects
- Top Industry Connections via networking events and RICS collaborations
Gain the ESCP Advantage. Become RICS-Certified. Shape the Future of Real Estate.

ESCP Business School’s MSc in Real Estate is RICS-accredited, reinforcing the program’s excellence and industry relevance. This accreditation ensures that students receive world-class education, opening doors to global career opportunities.
Class of 2026 profile
86 participants 25 nationalities
25% female 75% male
48% Business management 1% Marketing & Communication 17%Hospitality
9% Economics 6% Real Estate 19% Other
Field Trip to MIPIM
A unique experience where students attend the most important real estate fair in Europe