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Bachelor

Business Administration and Economics

Summary

Degree
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
Standard program duration
6 semesters
Start of studies
Winter semester
Summer semester
Language
German
Admission
admission-free (no NC)
Enrollment requirements
none
© Roland Baege

What is it about?

Are you interested in how business and economic systems are connected and want to understand how a modern economy works?

How do businesses turn creative ideas into innovative products using design thinking—and what makes their market strategies successful?

Why is wealth unevenly distributed across countries—and how can studying economics help us understand and reduce this gap?

Interest sparked?

In this degree program, students work with topics such as:

  • Business Administration–e.g., marketing, controlling and finance, entrepreneurship, digital transformation
  • Economics–e.g., economic policy, global markets, public budgets, consumer behavior
  • Methodological foundations–e.g., statistics, mathematics, econometrics
  • The opportunity to set your own focus through individual competence profiles

Why study Business Administration and Economics?

Suitable for you?

  • analytical thinking
  • mathematical abilities
  • knowledge of English
  • organizational skills
  • curiosity
  • social contexts
  • economic topics
  • working in a team
  • communication skills
  • creativity

What can I expect during my studies?

The program consists of several modules that are thematically coordinated and together form the overall course of study. A helpful point of reference is the recommended study plan, which shows which modules are scheduled for each semester.

Study Plan of B.Sc. Business Administration and Economics

The structure of each module can be reviewed in the module manual. It provides detailed information on all modules offered within the degree program, including course content, examination formats and requirements, as well as requirements for participation.

Module Manual of B.Sc. Business Administration and Economics

The Bachelor’s program includes six competence profiles that students can choose from:

  • Business Analytics and Operations Management
  • Data, Decisions, Economic Policy
  • Finance, Accounting, Controlling, Taxation
  • Financial Markets and Financial Economics
  • Global Management, Marketing, and Human Resources
  • Technology, Entrepreneurship, and Digitalization
Studierende sitzen in einer Vorlesung im Hörsaal. © Oliver Schaper​/​TU Dortmund

What’s next after graduation?

On a table are pads and sheets, a tray used by one hand. © avemario​/​Shotshop.com

I work, e.g.,

• in management–e.g., human resources or product management
• in finance–e.g., banking or controlling
• in the public sector and NGOs
• in logistics and procurement
• in start-ups and digital economy

I work as, e.g.,

• marketing manager
• data analyst
• auditor/financial controller
• project manager
• business consultant/business developer

After the Bachelor’s studies, the following consecutive Master’s degree program is offered:

M.Sc. Business Administration and Economics 

Other programs with related areas of study:

M.Sc. Business Mathematics 

M.Sc. Industrial Engineering  

M.Sc. Information Systems

M.A. Economics and Journalism

Who can help me?

Departmental Advisory Service

© Christina Schulz​/​TU Dortmund

 

For general questions about degree programs and studying at TU Dortmund University, you can contact the Central Student Advisory Service for support:

E-mail: zsb@tu-dortmund.de

Information hotline for initial inquiries: +49 231 755 2345

Office Hours at a glance

A group picture of students in a seminar room with the TU Dortmund logo. © Aliona Kardash​/​TU Dortmund

What does everyday student life actually look like? And what do students say about their degree program? For a student perspective, you can contact the student representatives (Fachschaft) of the subject.

Website of the ‘Fachschaft WiWi’ (German only) 

Important Information

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