Training for Real Estate Agents in Switzerland

  • Learn from the best in the real estate industry
  • Earn money while you train
  • Stay flexible with online learning

Training for Real Estate Agents in Switzerland

  • Learn from the best in the real estate industry
  • Earn money while you train
  • Stay flexible with online learning

What many people do not know

Do you dream of becoming a successful real estate agent in Switzerland, but are unsure whether training is required?

Although it is possible to enter this profession without formal training, the risk is high: Real estate transactions often involve millions of dollars. Even small mistakes can have serious financial and reputational consequences.
In fact, many who start out as real estate agents without proper training have to give up after a few years.

Yet the profession has great potential:
As a real estate agent, you can earn a lot of money. But without the necessary expertise and practical guidance, it is difficult to succeed in this competitive industry in the long term.

What many people do not know

Do you dream of becoming a successful real estate agent in Switzerland, but are unsure whether training is required?


Although it is possible to enter this profession without formal training, the risk is high: Real estate transactions often involve millions of dollars. Even small mistakes can have serious financial and reputational consequences.
In fact, many who start out as real estate agents without proper training have to give up after a few years.

Yet the profession has great potential: As a real estate agent, you can earn a lot of money. However, without the necessary expertise and practical guidance, it is difficult to maintain long-term success in this competitive industry.

The Solution

The Swiss Real Estate Academy’s basic course offers in-depth, practical training designed specifically for beginners. Among other things, you will benefit from the expertise of the best in the industry, including renowned experts who share their knowledge in a clear and practical way. Every week, you will receive clear calls to action, which will be reviewed every two weeks in joint calls. This will enable you to make continuous progress and benefit from personal feedback.

The Solution

The Swiss Real Estate Academy’s basic course offers in-depth, practical training designed specifically for beginners. Among other things, you will benefit from the expertise of the best in the industry, including renowned experts who share their knowledge in a clear and practical way. Every week, you will receive clear calls to action, which will be reviewed every two weeks in joint calls. This allows you to make continuous progress and benefit from personal feedback.

A very Special Highlight

You will have the opportunity to sell your first property while you are still on the course.
With the right approach, you can recoup your investment in training early on and lay the foundation for a successful career.

A very Special Highlight

You will have the opportunity to sell your first property while you are still on the course. With the right approach, you can recoup your investment in education early on and lay the foundation for a successful career.

Why real estate agents often fail – while you get started and save years of time

Imagine starting your career with a clear plan, while others stumble into uncertainty and lose valuable time. The real estate industry offers you unlimited opportunities – but without the right knowledge, it can quickly become a trap. Many people think, “I’ll become a real estate agent—I’ll earn a lot of money quickly.” But many fail at the basic challenges. With our course, you can avoid these mistakes and save years of time that others waste with “learning by doing.”

Why real estate agents often fail – while you get started and save years of time

Imagine starting your career with a clear plan, while others stumble into uncertainty and lose valuable time. The real estate industry offers you unlimited opportunities – but Without the right knowledge, it quickly becomes a trap. Many people think, “I’ll become a real estate agent—I’ll earn a lot of money quickly.” But many fail at the basic challenges. With our course, you can avoid these mistakes and save years of time that others waste with “learning by doing.”

As a beginner, you should know the following
Small mistakes can cost you a lot of money

Without guidance, mistakes happen that are not only costly but also jeopardize the trust of your customers and business partners. Our training saves you these painful experiences and puts you on the path to success.

Not knowing the rules won't save you from punishment

Even small mistakes can expose you to high liability risks as a real estate agent and involve you in legal conflicts. We show you how to stay on the safe side legally.

Avoid making a property unsellable

An incorrect price can block a property on the market for months or even years. With our course, you will learn to analyze values accurately and represent them confidently.

Poor advice can ruin your career.

An incorrect price can block a property on the market for months or even years. With our course, you will learn to analyze values accurately and represent them confidently.

Avoid becoming replaceable

Brokers who are not clearly positioned will lose out to the competition. With our training, you will learn how to become a brand that inspires trust.

Take the shortcut—save time and money!

Our course provides you with the knowledge and tools you need to avoid typical pitfalls and establish yourself in the market right from the start. You will not only learn how to successfully broker real estate deals, but also how to build trust and deliver impressive results.

6 steps to Your Success:

  1. Initial Meeting
    Sign up now for a no-obligation introductory meeting and find out how we can lay the foundation for your career as a real estate agent in Switzerland.
  2. Get Your Spot
    Secure your spot for the upcoming course and start your training.
  3. Execute
    Take weekly action items and participate in regular calls to achieve rapid and visible progress.
  4. Selling
    Take advantage of the opportunity to sell your first property during the course—with our support.
  5. Final Exam
    Thanks to the extensive practical experience gained during the course, you will be optimally prepared for the demanding final exam—without any additional stress.
  6. Certification
    Receive your certificate and become part of the prestigious list of graduates from the Swiss Real Estate Academy.

6 steps to Your Success:

  1. Initial Meeting
    Sign up now for a no-obligation introductory meeting and find out how we can lay the foundation for your career as a real estate agent in Switzerland.
  2. Reserve your spot
    Secure your place on the upcoming course and start your training.
  3. Execute
    Take weekly action and participate in regular calls to achieve rapid and visible progress.
  4. Selling
    Take advantage of the opportunity to sell your first property during the course—with our support.
  5. Final Examination
    Thanks to the extensive practical experience gained during the course, you will be optimally prepared for the demanding final exam—without any additional stress.
  6. Certification
    Receive your certificate and become part of the prestigious list of graduates from the Swiss Real Estate Academy.

About us

We teach you the skills and knowledge that really matter to be successful as a real estate agent.

The Swiss Real Estate Academy prepares you as a prospective real estate agent for the practical aspects of the industry. We provide you with the knowledge and skills that really matter for success as a real estate agent. Our combination of in-depth knowledge and practical learning is unique in the industry.

About us

We teach you the skills and knowledge that really matter to be successful as a real estate agent.

The Swiss Real Estate Academy prepares you as a prospective real estate agent for the practical aspects of the industry. We provide you with the knowledge and skills that really matter for success as a real estate agent. Our combination of in-depth knowledge and practical learning is unique in the industry.

Our Founder

Daniel Ittig is the founder of the Swiss Real Estate Academy. He brings not only outstanding expertise from the world of real estate, but also a clear vision for modern education. With his company Luxury 778, he has won numerous prestigious awards in recent years.

His passion for education is also evident in his volunteer work: Daniel has helped establish an innovative private school that teaches according to the latest pedagogical findings. This experience inspired him to design the Swiss Real Estate Academy to be practical and future-oriented. Daniel focuses on the success of his students and clearly prioritizes practical relevance over formal accreditation requirements. As a founder, Daniel has studied education systems around the world to find out what aspiring real estate agents really need to be successful. His mission is to prepare you in the best possible way for a successful career in the real estate industry.

Our Founder

Daniel Ittig is the founder of the Swiss Real Estate Academy. He brings not only outstanding expertise from the world of real estate, but also a clear vision for modern education. With his company Luxury 778, he has won numerous prestigious awards in recent years.

His passion for education is also evident in his volunteer work: Daniel has helped establish an innovative private school that teaches according to the latest pedagogical findings. This experience inspired him to design the Swiss Real Estate Academy to be practical and future-oriented. Daniel focuses on the success of his students and clearly prioritizes practical relevance over formal accreditation requirements. As a founder, Daniel has studied education systems around the world to find out what aspiring real estate agents really need to be successful. His mission is to prepare you in the best possible way for a successful career in the real estate industry.

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Learn From the Best

Here are some of our 33 experts.

Prof. Dr. Roland P.

Expert in Easement Law

With over 30 years of experience in practical land registry accounting, he is considered an authority in his field.

Prof. Guy L.

Experimental Architecture

As an architect, he works in New York, Sweden, and Switzerland. Together with Lebbeus Woods, he founded the Research Institute for Experimental Architecture.

Dr. Daniel M.

Relocation Expert

He has been working in the relocation sector for over 30 years. With over 1,500 relocations under his belt, he is considered an expert in this field.

Dr. Hans-Peter J.

Notar und Anwalt

With countless real estate transactions under his belt, he has a wealth of practical experience in this field. He is also president of a court and a lecturer.

Join Our Team

Explore exciting career opportunities with the Swiss Real Estate Academy.

Frequently asked questions

Here you will find answers to frequently asked questions about the course.

No, in Switzerland, no formal training is required to work as a real estate agent. However, the profession carries high risks, as large sums of money are involved. Many real estate agents who do not have the appropriate training fail within the first few years. Our training program provides you with the necessary knowledge and practical experience to operate professionally and confidently in the industry.

Our combination of in-depth knowledge, practical learning, and the opportunity to learn from the best in the industry is unique. In addition, we not only provide you with theoretical guidance, but also support you in achieving your first successes during the course.

  • You want to learn the profession of real estate agent with a focus on sales in Switzerland.
  • You can imagine becoming self-employed as a real estate agent in the future.
  • You want to work in the field of real estate rental.
  • You want to pursue a career with an institutional real estate provider.
  • You are pursuing an academic education with a focus on theory.

Our combination of in-depth knowledge, practical learning, and the opportunity to learn from the best in the industry is unique. In addition, we not only provide you with theoretical guidance, but also support you in achieving your first successes during the course.

Very flexible! Our course is designed so that you can learn at your own pace. With weekly action items and regular calls, you get clear structures that can be optimally integrated into your everyday life.

The course, including the final exam, lasts 1.5 years.

Where possible, we work with simultaneous translation. However, knowledge of English is an advantage.

Yes, the course is available entirely online and combines flexibility with structure. You can tailor your learning times to suit your individual needs, so that the training fits perfectly into your everyday life.

When can I expect to earn my first income? If you consistently apply what you have learned, you will have the opportunity to sell your first property during the course.

Basically, there is an online Q&A session every 14 days (Saturday morning). In this interactive format, you can ask questions, receive direct feedback, and exchange ideas with other participants. If you are unable to attend, you will have access to the recording.

Yes, upon successful completion, you will receive a certificate confirming your participation and qualification. It will help you build trust with customers and business partners.

The course is highly practice-oriented. You will gain practical experience early on, because we believe that knowledge is valuable—but applied knowledge is the key. You will work on real-life scenarios and immediately put what you have learned into practice in order to deepen your skills in a lasting way.

All course content is available online, so you can catch up on any lessons you’ve missed. Live calls are recorded and available for a certain period of time, so you can watch them at your convenience.

In addition to regular live calls with experts, you have the option of 1:1 coaching sessions (bookable separately) if required. Here you will receive personal support for your individual challenges.

All you need is a computer or tablet with a stable and fast internet connection. For live calls, we recommend a webcam and microphone so you can actively participate.

Grundsätzlich ja. Für den Basislehrgang empfehlen wir dir jedoch in der Schweiz oder zumindest grenznah zu wohnen, da du verschiedene Handlungsaufforderungen vor Ort erfüllen musst.

Yes, upon successful completion, you will receive a certificate confirming your participation and qualification. It will help you build trust with customers and business partners.

The course is highly practice-oriented. You will gain practical experience early on, because we believe that knowledge is valuable—but applied knowledge is the key. You will work on real-life scenarios and immediately put what you have learned into practice in order to deepen your skills in a lasting way.

After graduation, you have various options: you can start out as a self-employed real estate agent, specialize in a specific niche such as luxury real estate, or join an established real estate company. Our practical training and certification give you the foundation you need to successfully gain a foothold in the industry.

Basically, yes. However, for the basic training course, we recommend that you live in Switzerland or at least close to the border, as you will have to complete various tasks on site.

Yes, during the course you will learn proven strategies for customer acquisition and receive specific tips on how to secure your first clients. Our practical exercises will prepare you for real-life negotiations.

Our prices are standard for the industry. However, with our practical training, you have the great opportunity to refinance your investment during the course through successful real estate sales.

In principle, it is possible to apply for a scholarship. (Scholarship places are limited).

Our courses are specifically designed to prepare you not only for a position in an existing system, but above all for your successful self-employment as a real estate agent.

  • Independence from the outset: While many training programs aim to integrate you into a company’s processes, our focus is on providing you with the knowledge and skills you need to operate independently and successfully in the industry.
  • Long-term perspective: Many brokers start their careers in a company, but decide to become self-employed after a few years. Our course ensures that you have the foundation you need to take this step confidently and competently right from the start—without being limited by one-sided training.
  • Practical knowledge: With us, you will not only learn how to broker real estate, but also how to build your brand, win customers, and sell real estate independently.
  • Freedom to shape your career: Our training program is designed to give you control over your professional future. Whether you want to start your own business right away or gain experience working in a team first, our course will prepare you for both paths.

Do you have any further questions?

If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact us.

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