About Professor Sotiris Tsolacos
Professor Sotiris Tsolacos is the Course Director of the Real Estate Investment MSc at Bayes Business School, City St George’s, University of London, and a Professor of Real Estate. He joined Bayes in 2017 and previously held a chair in Real Estate Finance at Henley Business School, Reading University. Before his academic appointments he worked in industry for fifteen years, including as Associate Director and National Director at JLL where he led the UK forecasting programme, and as Director of European Research at Property and Portfolio Research (now part of CoStar).
Professor Tsolacos has extensive experience advising investment managers, private equity firms, lenders and property services organisations on strategy, pricing and risk. His current research focuses on forecasting real estate markets, fair value assessment and risk indicators, often in collaboration with both academics and practitioners. He has published over forty‑five academic papers and contributed to industry magazines, and is co‑author of the textbooks Real Estate Modelling and Forecasting and Applied Quantitative Analysis for Real Estate.
His industry engagement and research underpin his teaching, helping students connect advanced analytical methods with real‑world investment challenges and market conventions.
How the Real Estate Investment MSc prepares students for the future
The Real Estate Investment MSc at Bayes Business School is tailored for ambitious graduates and early‑career professionals who want to specialise in real estate investment and finance. It combines analytical rigour with practical skills, industry engagement and professional integration in London’s global property and financial markets.
Industry‑focused learning
Students benefit from:
- Industry integration through investment projects and real‑world case challenges
- Hands‑on technical training in advanced financial modelling, ARGUS, Python and industry software
- Guest lectures and insights from investment funds, debt advisors and consultancies
- Professional membership opportunities with networks such as RICS, IPF and SPR
These experiences ensure students develop confidence using practical tools and frameworks sought by employers in investment and finance roles.
Comprehensive skill development
The course equips students with advanced analytical and technical capabilities, including:
- Valuation and cash flow modelling for real estate assets
- Analysis of debt finance, securitised products and REITs
- Interpreting economic, financial and market data for strategy and risk assessment
- Applying strategic thinking to portfolio allocation and diversification
These skills are developed through core modules and applied assignments that mirror professional practice in real estate investment roles.
Industry engagement and networks
Students benefit from:
- Proximity to London’s financial and property sectors, enabling networking with employers and professional groups
- Invitations to industry panels, seminars and mentorship schemes
- Internship opportunities with investment funds, lenders and consultancies
This engagement supports students as they build professional insight and employer connections.
Career preparation
Graduates from the Real Estate Investment MSc are prepared for a range of roles such as:
- Investment analyst
- Fund manager
- Consultant or strategy adviser in real estate finance
- Lending or portfolio specialist
Alumni work with investment funds, banks, consultancies, private equity and development firms, and the course supports preparation for professional certifications and enhanced employability worldwide.