
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
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 & Intelligent Buildings | 4 ECTS |
Building Information Modelling (BIM) for Real Estate Projects | 7 ECTS |
Sustainable Real Estate Development & Consultancy | 4 ECTS |
Cybersecurity & 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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Student Stories

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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.

As an international student, GBSB Global offers a truly diverse experience that has pushed me out of my comfort zone. By studying for my Bachelor’s degree, I can now pursue a career in my field of interest, in Europe or at home.
I have successfully balanced both my studies and my training and look forward to making good use of my time studying for my Bachelor’s degree at GBSB Global.
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
- 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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