Business Administration (B. A.)

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Who still studies business administration today?

After all, there are so many courses of study that sound much cooler and more exciting....

But it is still true: A degree in business administration is the best way to prepare for your future career. You will gain broad-based management knowledge and practical experience that will prepare you for a wide variety of positions in companies - whether in a young start-up, an NGO or an internationally active corporation. And with the option of choosing study specialisations or combining a stay abroad, for example, you can set your own individual accents.

In this respect: Business graduates are always needed in business. You decide what suits you best!

Degree
Bachelor of Arts (B. A.)
Duration
7 Semester
Start of studies
Summer & Winter

Accreditation
German Accreditation Council
Dual Study
Yes Dual Offers
Language
German
Special/double degree
Double Degree possible

Further contents of the courses can be found in the module handbook.

Structure

The full-time course in business administration comprises a three-semester core study phase and a four-semester specialised study phase. In the first phase (1st – 3rd semester) students learn the basics of business administration such as accounting, human resources, marketing, finance, logistics and information processing. During this period they also have to complete a basic internship of at least 12 weeks. From the fourth semester onwards, students specialise in two specialisations which can be freely selected.

In addition to this there are opportunities to acquire further language skills by taking optional compulsory subjects. The practical semester can be taken in the fifth or sixth semester.

From fourth to seventh semester, students will take advanced subjects to develop detailed knowledge in retailing, elaborating special skills for managing a retail business. The compulsory internship in retail companies is scheduled for the sixth semester. With completion of the Bachelor’s thesis, the academic degree Bachelor of Arts is awarded, which enables students for either a qualified job entry in the retail industry or a post-graduate master Programme.

The part-time study programme is especially suitable for students in particular personal situations (e.g. taking care of children or family members, disability, etc.). The programme content is the same as for the full-time bachelor's degree course in Business Administration. However, students have more time so as to be able to organise childcare or care of their relatives more effectively, for example. The course breaks down into two degree phases. The first phase comprises six theory semesters and a basic internship which is completed between semesters. The second phase comprises six theory semesters in which students specialise in two freely selected focus areas, and two practical semesters.

In the part-time study programme, students acquire the academic title of Bachelor of Arts on completion of the final bachelor’s degree assignment. This enables them either to embark on a career or engage in further specialisation by going on to take a master’s degree.

Study focus: Choose 2 from 9

The following specialisations are available for you to choose from in the main study programme (from the 4th semester). You decide what suits you best and in which area you would like to work after your studies and choose two specialisations.

Global Automotive Industry
Product Creation in the Automotive Industry
Mobility trends and concepts

If you would like to help shape the mobility of the future, then Automotive and Mobility Management is certainly of particular interest to you.

Methods & Instruments of Strategic Controlling
Methods & Instruments of Operational Controlling
Portfolio Management - Institutions, Modelling and Practical Implementation
Risk Management & Risk Controlling
Corporate Finance - Instruments, Valuation and Capital Structure

If Wall Street, corporate finance or questions of controlling are of particular interest to you, then Controlling and Finance is the right focus for you.

Business Intelligence & Business Analytics
Electronic and Mobile Business
Digital Transformation and Business Models
Digital Services
AI - Business Models and Concepts

If you find digital business models, artificial intelligence and big data particularly exciting, then the Digital Business specialisation is the right choice for you.

Personnel and organisational development
Human Resource Management
Human Resources and Organisational Development Projects
Sustainability and CSR Management

If you are particularly interested in topics such as employer branding, international human resource management and also questions of sustainability, then HR Management and CSR is the right focus for you.

Market Research
Digital Marketing
Retail Marketing & Sales
International Marketing

If you find insights into content and social media marketing, brand management or different sales models very interesting, then the specialisation in Marketing and Sales is a good fit for you.

Logistics management
Material Flow Logistics and Information Systems
Practical Project on Operational Excellence
Supply Chain Management

If you are particularly interested in issues of procurement, material flows and international supply chains in an increasingly complex world, then the specialisation in Operations and Supply Chain Management is right for you.

Income Taxes
Tax procedural law, transfer taxes and taxes on assets
International Tax Law and Business Decisions
International Accounting and Auditing

If you are interested in tax issues such as income taxes, group accounting and international topics such as double taxation agreements, then the specialisation in Corporate Taxation and Accounting is the right choice for you.

International Business
International Culture
International Finance

Get to know a different culture without losing sight of your academic progress. You can do this in our International Management major and study at one of our more than 150 partner universities for one or two semesters.

Statics, Strength, Technical Systems
Technology and Innovation Management
Entrepreneurship and Business Models

How to set up your own start-up, how to promote innovation in your company and creativity - that's what you can find out in our focus on Technology, Innovation, Entrepreneurship.

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Curriculum

1. Semester

Principles of Business Administration

Business Working Techniques

Business English: Correspondence

Microeconomics

Quantitative methods

Principles of Digital Business

Bookkeeping

Principles of Business Law

Quantitative data analysis

2. Semester

Investment and Financing Decisions

Accounting & Annual Accounts

Cost Accounting and Cost Management

Module Business Language

Business Law: Part 2

Basic internship Part 1

Enterprise Resource Planning

Business Process Management

3. Semester

Operations Management

Taxation

Marketing

HRM and Organization

Project Management in Entrepreneurship Projects

Basis internship Part 2

4. Semester

Specialisations: Part 1

Strategic Management

Project Social Engagement

Various Electives

5. Semester

Specialisations: Part 2

Strategic Management Case Studies

Macroeconomics

Various Electives

6. Semester

Practical Semester

Business Simulation

7. Semester

Project Seminar

Advanced Business Management Seminar

Bachelor's Thesis

Various Electives

Quick Info

Admission and application

The Business Administration program starts in the winter and summer term. Application via Hochschulstart (DOSV) is not necessary.
The registration for the study program starts on May 2 for the winter semester and on November 15 for the summer semester. Online application is possible via the Primuss applicant portal of THI.

To the Bachelor application.

International students

Anyone with an international university degree/higher education qualification wanting to study at a university in Germany needs a so-called Hochschulzugangsberechtigung (HZB), or higher education entrance qualification. This lets applicants show that their educational background or professional qualification allows them to study in Germany, i.e. they have the necessary higher education entrance qualification to register for a course.

The recognition of the qualification is linked to certain requirements. If the certificate of education is recognised as a higher education entrance qualification in Germany, the international student may apply for all courses (general qualification) or for certain courses (subject-specific qualification). Two to three semesters of study in the home country may be recognised as a higher education entrance qualification in Germany, depending on the country of origin. Source: German Academic Exchange Service.

Click here for additional information for university applicants from abroad about the application process at the THI.

Dual studies or studies with in-depth practical

The dual studies programme enables a combination of practical training elements in a company with the theoretical education provided by the university. There is a choice of either the joint model (academic study + vocational training) or the degree course with vocational experience (academic study + intense practical phases). There is an obvious advantage to students here: practically oriented academic study generally enables a particularly smooth transition from university to the world of work. What is more, the student usually receives financial remuneration from the company concerned.

The Business Administration course offers both models.

In the joint model, students may start working at the company several months before the start of the first semester, depending on the company concerned. At the start of the course there is an alternation between theory (during the semester) and practical experience (between semesters and during the practical semesters). In order to embark on a dual studies programme, students have to apply to both a company and to THI (be sure to take note of company application deadlines!).

More info on our dual studies-pages, or check dual cooperation partner companies. Even if no partner company is currently active in this degree programme, you are welcome to contact us.

Job profiles

Graduates have a varied range of options depending on their focus areas. The following are examples of positions they are capable of taking up directly after completely the degree:

International

During your Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, you have the opportunity to gain international experience. For example, you can choose "International Management" as one of your two majors and complete it at one of our more than 130 partner universities. In addition, you can do your practical semester abroad.

The Double Degree offers you a special opportunity: Here you study at least one year at one of our partner universities in Australia, Canada or Scotland and thus successfully complete your studies with a double degree. Our International Office is the central contact point for all students.

Specialisations

An overview of the specialisations can be seen here: Specialisations

FAQs

Can I have skills/subjects from my vocational training counted towards the degree?

Yes, this possibility does exist. Before starting the course, please have a course counsellor check whether potential credits apply in your case.

Can I have my vocational training counted as a basic internship?

Yes, relevant vocational training courses in the field of business can be fully counted as a basic internship.

Can I learn other languages in addition to English?

Yes, in addition to English it is also possible to attend courses in French, Spanish, Russian and Chinese, for example.

Can I attend lectures while I’m still at secondary school?

Yes, junior study programmes exist to enable very good school students to start a degree course early.

Contact student counselling

All about application, enrollment and examination

Apply online

Programme director

Vice Dean Talents, Programme director & Academic advisor Business Administration
Prof. Dr. Claudia Lieske
Phone: +49 841 9348-1991
Room: F205
E-Mail: Claudia.Lieske@thi.de

More Contact Options

Project Manager
Julia Schmidt, M.A.
Phone: +49 841 9348-7757
Room: F206
E-Mail: Julia.Schmidt.BS@thi.de

Study Ambassador
Sabrina Bayer

Module Handbook

Module handbook (full time)

(only available in German)
Module handbook (part time)(only available in German)

Read more about the module handbook.

Study and Examination Regulations

Study and examination regulations (SPO) (German only) deal with judicial matters concerning your study course. For more information please turn to the pages of the legal department.

Study Formats

Full-time course: 7 semester

Part-time course: 14 Semester
The part-time course is particularly suitable for students in special situations (for example, child care, care work, disability, etc.).

Membership

Links

Language Center THI
Student unions and organisations at THI
THI Marketplace THI (Student accomodation, student jobs and more)

Accreditation

Studying at THI Campus means:

Great flair

THI is a campus university with modern buildings and lecture rooms, a well-equipped library with separate work corners and a centrally located lawn for relaxing in between. The canteen and the Reimanns restaurant not only offer delicious food, they are also popular meeting places for exchanging ideas.

Super study conditions

Good supervision and personal contact with lecturers are top priorities at the THI. Small study groups and individual exchange are part of everyday study life. From the very first day, we support you in your academic success.

Cool student life

With around 7,000 students in a total of six faculties, THI is the perfect size to meet lots of new, interesting people, but still know your fellow students personally.

Short distances

Not only is everything easily accessible on the campus itself, but the direct connection to the historic old town of Ingolstadt is also very attractive. The Danube and Klenzepark are in the immediate vicinity. Whether on foot, by bike or by public transport..., everything is in the direct vicinity.