Culture and Economy: History

Apart from the double qualification, which not only gives you a solid basic knowledge in Economics, but also introduces you in depth to history, the course also has intercultural aspects, as the name suggests. During your studies, you will take various intercultural courses and seminars on other cultural studies, which will expand your competences and knowledge. In addition, the University of Mannheim is known for its international profile. The university has an international academic calendar, and many partner universities from abroad, if you decide to spend a semester abroad. The specialization module to deepen your knowledge in Economics and Business Administration is also a great way to expand your skills.

In addition, students and lecturers are in close contact. Due to the often quite small number of students in a course, the atmosphere is friendly, and the teachers are also able to offer individual support to the students.

At the University of Mannheim, there are many things you can do in addition to your studies. You can join a departmental student committee or a student organization, test the numerous sports programs, experience a Schneckenhof party on Thursdays, discover the Jungbusch or try out the multicultural restaurants of the city. You definitely have enough things to do to enjoy everyday life outside of university!

With the bachelor’s program in Culture and Economy, you have various options to pursue a master’s program. An obvious choice would be the master’s program in Culture and Economy, where you can deepen and expand the cultural and economic knowledge from your bachelor's degree program. Under certain conditions, you can also complete a master’s program in Business Administration or Economics (Master of Science). In addition, the University of Mannheim offers graduates of the bachelor’s program in Culture and Economy the opportunity to pursue the Mannheim Master in Management program. However, it is necessary to take the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT). There are generally many options available to you, as this bachelor's degree is a broad basis for many other master's programs.

Graduates can work in museums, archives, in administrative positions, at media companies or in science journalism. A master's degree and a subsequent academic career is also open to alumni. With the minor in Business Administration or Economics, you have even more options. Since you gain a lot of basic knowledge through your studies, you may start a job in any economic sector. Whether in management, marketing, accounting, etc. – you have the choice. You can also work in the cultural sector. For example, you can get a job in culture and event management or in PR and communication.

The most common question is probably: “And what do you want to do with this degree?” Important for you is: For good reasons, you have chosen to study History with a minor in Economics or Business Administration, and the options are diverse. If you do not yet know exactly what you want to do later, internships, jobs as a research assistant or the cultural practice modules may be a good orientation.