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Earn a Bachelor’s Degree with GBSB Global

Online Bachelor with Smart Cities & Real Estate

Shape the cities of the future. Study Smart Cities & Real Estate at GBSB Global and learn directly from experts driving urban innovation and sustainable development.

The Online Bachelor with Smart Cities & Real Estate at GBSB Global immerses you in the future of intelligent urban development anytime, anywhere. With a strong focus on sustainability and innovation, this program prepares students to design smart infrastructure, implement Internet of Things (IoT) and Building Information Modeling (BIM) technologies, and develop data-driven real estate strategies via our interactive, practice-oriented online platform.

This fully online program introduces students to the core concepts of intelligent infrastructure planning, Internet of Things (IoT) and Building Information Modeling (BIM) integration, sustainable finance, urban data analytics, and digital property valuation. By combining business fundamentals with state-of-the-art urban technologies, students will develop the expertise necessary to design and expand smart, resilient city projects in a globally connected economy.

Key Information
Duration
Full Time – 3 Years
Languages
English
Location
Online
Annual Intakes
October
January
April
Format
Online

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 Change13 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 & Intelligent Buildings4 ECTS
Building Information Modelling (BIM) for Real Estate Projects7 ECTS
Sustainable Real Estate Development & Consultancy4 ECTS
Cybersecurity & AI: Protecting Digital Assets4 ECTS
Smart Mobility and Urban Planning4 ECTS
Business Valuation, Property Finance & Financial Modelling7 ECTS
Dissertation in the area of Smart Cities and Real Estate Business15 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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  • Accredited & Certified Degree

    Our degrees are accredited by the Department of Education of the Government of Catalonia, ACBSP, MFHEA and ASIC.

  • Industry Experienced Faculty and Speakers

    Every faculty member at GBSB Global has professional and practical experience in the area they teach.

  • Hands-on Lectures & Group Projects

    The Bachelor’s program includes courses that provide practical knowledge applicable to the global business environment.

  • Workshops

    New undergraduate workshops are constantly being added to the curriculum to inspire students, increase their creativity and help them bring their ideas to life.

  • Future-Ready Business Education

    This Bachelor’s program equips students with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the business landscape of the near future.

Student Stories

Student Stories

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Student Stories

GBSB Student Story: Ivan Mannino

Ivan Mannino is an online student who studied a Master’s in Financial Management, Digital Banking and Internet Finance. He now works at Ernst and Young in Brussels. He was …

Student Stories

GBSB Student Story: Rita Benjelloun Touimi

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Our Accreditations, Rankings & Global Recognitions

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Your 360 Degrees Experience

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.

Worldwide Connections

Find friends from 120 countries and build a strong international community. Benefit from diverse student body and alumni community.

Travel

Join study trips or transfer to another campus for a semester or a year.

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
  1. Contact the Admissions Office by filling out an online application or by speaking with a representative.
  2. An admissions officer will schedule an interview with you.
  3. Submit the documentation required by the program of your choice.
  4. Enroll and confirm your place.
Tuition Fees
  • Application Fee (non-refundable): €100
  • Registration Fee* (annual): €200
  • Administrative Fee* (annual): €950
  • Tuition: €7 750

Total annual cost: €8 900 (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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GBSB Global empowered me to transform my interest into actionable expertise, setting me on the path to international success.

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