
Business Bachelor with Smart Cities & Real Estate in Malta
Shape the cities of the future. Study Smart Cities & Real Estate at GBSB Global and learn from leading experts in urban innovation and sustainable development.GBSB Global’s Malta campus offers a Bachelor of Business Administration and Digital Innovation with Smart Cities & Real Estate (hereinafter – Business Bachelor with Smart Cities & Real Estate in Malta). This program introduces students to the convergence of urban planning, real estate markets, and transformative digital technologies. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, students will explore smart infrastructure design, Internet of Things (IoT)-powered urban analytics, digital platforms for property transactions, data-driven valuation, stakeholder engagement, and the development of technology-enabled solutions for resilient, future-ready cities.
Through this specialization, students gain a strong foundation in urban informatics, intelligent infrastructure, digital property management, and data-driven decision-making. Students learn to design and operate smart city platforms, apply monetization strategies to real estate and urban services, and engage diverse stakeholders through digital channels. Graduates are equipped with the knowledge and tools necessary to lead the development of smart cities and scale technology-driven real estate solutions in today’s interconnected global economy.


Key Information
Duration
Languages
Location
Annual Intakes
January
April
Format
Program Structure
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1st YEAR
Undergraduate Certificate in Business Administration and Digital Innovation | 32 ECTS, EQF/MQF Level 5 | |||
Undergraduate Diploma in Business Administration and Digital Innovation | 60 ECTS, EQF/MQF Level 5 | |||
Possible Exit Award | ||||
Global Business Environment | 7 ECTS | |||
Business Communication | 7 ECTS | |||
Introduction to Digital Entrepreneurship and Innovation | 7 ECTS | |||
Fundamentals of Marketing in the Digital Era | 13 ECTS | |||
Principles of Accounting | 7 ECTS | |||
Business Law in a Digital Context | 7 ECTS | |||
Business Math and Statistics | 13 ECTS |
2nd YEAR
Undergraduate Higher Diploma in Business Administration and Digital Innovation | 120 ECTS, EQF/MQF Level 5 |
Possible Exit Award | |
Strategic Management of Enterprise and Digital Innovation | 13 ECTS |
Managerial Accounting | 6 ECTS |
Leadership and Organizational Behavior | 6 ECTS |
Starting a New Digital Business | 7 ECTS |
Business Economics | 7 ECTS |
Business Research Methods | 6 ECTS |
Three units corresponding to a chosen specialization area |
3rd YEAR
Bachelor of Business Administration and Digital Innovation with Smart Cities and Real Estate Business* | 180 ECTS, EQF/MQF Level 5 |
Possible Exit Award | |
Professional and Career Development | 6 ECTS |
Innovative and Creative Thinking | 4 ECTS |
Corporate Finance | 7 ECTS |
Disruptive Technologies for Innovation and Change | 13 ECTS |
Three units corresponding to a chosen specialization area | |
Undergraduate Dissertation | 15 ECTS |
List of Electives – Smart Cities and Real Estate Business (45 ECTS)
Smart Cities and Intelligent Buildings | 4 ECTS |
Building Information Modelling (BIM) for Real Estate Projects | 7 ECTS |
Sustainable Real Estate Development and Consultancy | 4 ECTS |
Cyber security and AI: Protecting Digital Assets | 4 ECTS |
Smart Mobility and Urban Planning | 4 ECTS |
Business Valuation, Property Finance & Financial Modelling | 7 ECTS |
Dissertation in the area of Smart Cities and Real Estate Business | 15 ECTS |
Final Qualification Bachelor of Business Administration and Digital Innovation with Smart Cities and Real Estate Business* (180 ECTS, MQF/EQF Level 6) |
Program Highlights
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Career Services
The Career Services team supports students and graduates in their professional growth, helping them achieve career success and unlock their full potential. The school offers career workshops, coaching and helping to find an internship.
Entrepreneurship Hub
Join G-Accelerator, GBSB Global’s own start-up incubator and accelerator hub with training programs that help graduates turn their ideas into potential products and services.
ERASMUS+
Study one semester at a partner university during your Bachelor’s program or pursue a traineeship supported by Erasmus+ grant.
Travel
Join study trips or transfer to another campus for a semester or a year.

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I have balanced both my studies and training and have been successful and am looking forward to putting my time studying for my Bachelor in Spain to good use.
Admissions Information
Our Bachelor program is designed for motivated students who want to build a strong foundation in business and leadership in a global environment. To ensure academic excellence, applicants must meet specific admission requirements, including educational background, language proficiency, and other key criteria.
This section outlines the qualifications and steps required for admission.
Academic Qualification Requirements
For admission to the first year of the program, students should have completed
- A/S or A levels at the appropriate level or the Matriculation Certificate Exam with three subject exams with grades of A, B, C or D;
- International Baccalaureate Diploma with 34 points overall or the IB Diploma with specific achievements in higher/standard level subjects;
- GCSE/IGSCE “O” Levels: five subject exams with grades of A, B, C or D, and A/S or A Levels: three subject exams with grades of A, B, C or D;
- AP Program;
- Other high school diploma or equivalent (other education systems).
Provide Proof of English Language Proficiency
- English as a native language;
- TOEFL – Minimum score: 213 (computer based), 79/80 (internet
based), or 550 (paper based); - IELTS – Minimum score: 6.0;
- Cambridge ESOL, Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) –
Minimum score: C; - English as the language of instruction during previous
studies in the formal education system; - Pass GBSB Global’s internal English Level Test.
Alternative Entry Routes
Alternative entry routes are available for applicants who
do not meet the standard entry qualifications, but have certain
skills, experience and subject knowledge. These are
are detailed in GBSB Global’s IQA manual within the
“Policies for Admission of Transfer Students and Recognition of
Prior Learning”.
The Admissions Committee may consider applications from
suitably qualified students currently attending other universities,
applicants who have earned a lower-level award, or applicants
who seek admission on the basis of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
Submit all required admissions forms and documents
- Contact the Admissions Office by filling out an online application or by speaking with a representative.
- An admissions officer will schedule an interview with you.
- Submit the documentation required by the program of your choice.
- Enroll and confirm your place.
Tuition Fees
- Application Fee (non-refundable): €100
- Registration Fee* (annual): €200
- Administrative Fee* (annual): €950
- EU or Malta residents:
- Tuition: €5 750
Total annual cost: €6 900 (including above mentioned application, registration, and administrative fees)
- Non-EU/non-Malta residents:
- Tuition: €12 750
Total annual cost: €13 900 (including above mentioned application, registration, and administrative fees)
*Paid annually for Every Academic Year of the program
Early applicants and scholarship-competition winners are eligible for exclusive offers and awards. For further details, please contact the Admissions team.
Amendments and Review
All fees are subject to periodic review and may be adjusted in accordance with institutional policy and applicable regulatory standards. Any changes to the fee structure will be communicated in advance of the applicable academic period.
Qualification
Higher Education Program: Bachelor of Business Administration and Digital Innovation with Smart Cities and Real Estate Business*
Accreditation Status: An officially recognized qualification awarded by GBSB Global Business School, licensed as a Higher Education Institution by the Malta Further & Higher Education Authority (License number: 2020-012).
MQF/EQF Level: MFHEA deems this qualification to be at Level 6 of the Malta Qualifications Framework and the European Qualifications Framework for Lifelong Learning.
Number of ECTS Credits: 180 ECTS
*The specialisation is under accreditation of Malta Further & Higher Education Authority. Expected time of approval is December 2025. Please contact the admission office for more details.
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