What can graduates do after completing the “Real Estate Manager (FPE)” program?

Graduates of the “Real Estate Manager with a Federal Diploma of Higher Education” program are capable of independently managing real estate properties such as residential and commercial buildings as well as industrial properties. They can calculate market rents, draft legally sound lease agreements, and enforce claims. In addition to property accounting, they are well-versed in the legal foundations for effective dunning and debt collection procedures. Thanks to their business management knowledge, they prepare professional reports and analyses for property owners. They also coordinate building maintenance, assign jobs to tradespeople, and oversee building management. As the central point of contact for tenants, they also assume leadership responsibilities for small teams, depending on their role.

What are the prospects and benefits of continuing education, further training?

Upon passing the Federal Professional Examination to become a real estate manager, you will receive a federal certificate that is recognized throughout Switzerland and highly valued in the real estate industry. In addition to gaining in-depth professional knowledge, you will also benefit greatly from this continuing education, further training program on a personal level. Through intensive interaction with instructors, industry partners, and other participants, you’ll build a direct professional network within the industry. This personal network will continually open doors for you as you advance in your career—whether you’re looking for a job in the future or seeking valuable insights and exchanges of experience in your day-to-day work.

The Federal Diploma of Higher Education is also the perfect stepping stone for your career. It paves the way for you to pursue advanced degrees, such as the Advanced Federal Professional Examination (AFPE) to become a certified real estate trustee or continuing education, further training in facility management. If you’d prefer to pursue a more generalist career path, doors are also open to you at Colleges of Higher Education—for example, for a part-time program leading to a diploma in Business Administration (CHE).

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