Business Administration - The foundation for a successful career in business.
What is Business Administration?
Business administration deals with the planning, organisation, management and control of companies. It encompasses all economic activities that take place within a company and aims to organise operational processes efficiently and effectively. Business administration combines theoretical principles with practical applications and provides you with a comprehensive understanding of economic interrelationships.
Fields of work
With a degree in business administration, you can work in many areas of the economy, e.g. in large commercial enterprises, small and medium-sized companies, management consultancies, public institutions and associations. You also have the opportunity to become self-employed or pursue a career in research and teaching.
At a glance
Study programme
Info
Short description:
BUSINESS STUDIES
Academic degree:
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Standard period of study / scope of services:
6 semesters / 180 ECTS credits
Teaching language:
German
Study format:
StudyPractice, full-time
Study start:
Winter term
Pre-internship:
not required
Application period:
online from 1 April
Admission restriction:
none
Admission requirements:
General higher education entrance qualification, subject-specific higher education entrance qualification, entrance qualification for universities of applied sciences or an equivalent recognised qualification. No admission restrictions.
Tuition fees:
none
With a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration, you will prepare yourself for a successful career in business practice or entrepreneurial independence. The Business Administration degree programme at Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences offers you a wide range of opportunities for your career entry and future development.
Not only will you acquire the necessary business knowledge, but you will also develop your personal and social skills throughout your degree programme. Thanks to our wide range of specialisations, you can build on your individual strengths. The practice-orientated teaching and interdisciplinary content round off your studies and optimally prepare you for the challenges of the professional world.
Information about the degree programme
The degree programme comprises a combination of compulsory and elective modules. The first three semesters teach you the basics of business administration, accounting and taxes, quantitative methods, business law, economics and specialised English.
The degree programme is aimed at anyone with an interest in economic interrelationships and business management issues. A good understanding of maths and analytical thinking are an advantage. Ideal for committed individuals who want to be successful in business and actively shape their career.
With a degree in Business Administration (BWL), you have a wide range of exciting career opportunities. The comprehensive and practice-oriented education prepares you optimally for the demands of the labour market and offers you numerous paths for a successful professional future. Here are some of the career prospects you can pursue with a degree in business administration:
Commercial enterpriseLarge commercial enterprises, both nationally and internationally, are constantly looking for well-trained business economists. You can work in areas such as corporate management, marketing, financial management, human resources, controlling and logistics. You will be responsible for the planning, organisation and control of operational processes and contribute to the efficiency and success of the company.
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)SMEs also offer a wide range of career opportunities. In these companies, you often have the chance to work in several areas at the same time and quickly take on responsibility. You can apply your business management skills directly and make a significant contribution to the development and growth of the company.
Management consultanciesIn the consulting industry, you support companies in optimising their processes, developing strategies and overcoming operational challenges. You will work on projects with different clients and industries, which makes your work varied and exciting.
Public institutions and associationsBusiness economists are also needed in the public sector. You can work in administrations, ministries, public companies or non-profit organisations. Here you will help to utilise public resources efficiently and implement socially relevant projects.
IndependenceWith a business degree, you are ideally prepared to start your own business. You will have the necessary knowledge to develop a business concept, plan financing models, implement marketing strategies and manage your company successfully.
Research and teachingIf you are interested in an academic career, you can complete a Master's programme after your Bachelor's degree and then work in research and teaching. Universities and research institutions offer you the opportunity to pass on your knowledge and work on exciting projects.
Specialised departmentsThe Business Administration degree programme at Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences offers you the opportunity to specialise in specific subject areas. For example, you can specialise in areas such as international management, sustainable business, digitalisation or innovation management. These specialisations open up additional career prospects for you and make you a sought-after specialist in your field.
Thanks to the international focus of the degree programme and the opportunity to spend a semester abroad at one of our partner universities, you can also gain valuable international experience and further improve your career prospects.
Overall, a degree in Business Administration provides you with a solid foundation and a wide range of opportunities to achieve your professional goals and launch a successful career.
When applying for a Bachelor's degree programme, you must upload a simple copy of your university entrance qualification (Abitur certificate or other suitable certificates in pdf format) after registering in the applicant portal.
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), state-recognised and accredited
Statutes for the introduction of a one-off fourth examination attempt in the degree programmes of the Business Administration department at Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences
Statutes on the abolition of compulsory participation in examinations in the Bachelor's degree programmes in Business Administration at Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences
Why you should study Betriebswirtschaftslehre / Business Administration at HSN:
Diverse and practical training: Through numerous projects and collaborations with industry, you will gain practical insights and be able to apply what you have learnt directly.
Personalised support: Small seminar groups and personal support ensure that you feel that you are in good hands and can get help quickly if you have any questions.
Modern and flexible study conditions: Our university offers you modern facilities and flexible study models that adapt to your needs.
Strong networking: Our well-maintained network of regional and national industry contacts opens up numerous opportunities for internships and networking.
International orientation: You have the opportunity to study abroad at one of our partner universities and gain international experience.
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We know that student budgets are often tight. That's why we want to reassure you right away: At our university there are No tuition fees!
To support you in financing your studies, we provide you with the following information at BAföG helpful tips on how to apply and ensure that your application is complete. You will also find important contacts there. We want to support and encourage particularly talented and motivated students.
Under Scholarships you will find information on various scholarship programmes. There are also other funding options, such as the 'StudiumThüringenPlus' study start-up grant, parental funding, child benefit and the opportunity to earn your own money through a student job.
Unlike at a university, you will receive more support in your learning process at our university. We provide learning objective control questions, enable you to deepen your knowledge through exercises and also facilitate a great deal of interaction in lectures and seminars. These are big differences to courses with >300 students.
Do you have general questions about studying or need help with your application?
Credit points are earned for successfully completed coursework and examinations in accordance with the "European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System" (ECTS).
The ECTS points reflect the average learning effort. One ECTS point corresponds to 30 hours of study.
Based on the ECTS points, the study and examination achievements are internationally comparable.
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