Bachelor's Program in Business Administration
Studying Business Administration at the University of Mannheim is more than just studying a standard degree program. The environment and community inside and outside the lecture halls are inspiring. There are countless student organizations, from student consulting firms to Germany's largest student start-up conference. This allows us to put what we learn into practice while we are still at university. The university's unique international offers are also special. For example, I have the opportunity to study on four continents as part of my bachelor's degree. Research and teaching are also future-oriented and excellent. And, of course, there is Mannheim itself with its very own charm. All of this makes studying Business Administration here unique and provides me with a foundation for a successful future. I would definitely choose the University of Mannheim again every time!
I chose the University of Mannheim because of its excellent reputation as one of the leading universities in economic sciences, both nationally as well as internationally. The study program is particularly attractive to me because of its international orientation: many of the courses are held in English and not only national, but also international economy is being treated. The University of Mannheim opens many doors for me and helps me in achieving my personal goals.
Program facts and information
Degree: Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
Standard period of study: 6 semesters (= 3 years)
ECTS credits: at least 180
Language of instruction: German, English
Language requirements: You must be very proficient in English. To prove your level of proficiency, you can submit the grades you achieved in English classes taken during the final years of German upper secondary education, or take a language test. You can find further details under section six of the selection statutes (only available in German).
If you are not a German citizen or do not have a German university entrance qualification (Abitur or equivalent qualification), you must submit proof of proficiency in German on C1 level.Program start: Fall semester (September)
Academic calendarSchool: Business School
Semester fee: EUR 194 (more information)
Tuition fees for international students from non-EU countries: EUR 1,500
Tuition fees for a second degree: EUR 650Program overview
The bachelor’s program in Business Administration provides students with a comprehensive business and economics education in “Marketing & Sales”, “Finance”, “Accounting & Taxation”, “Management”, “Information Systems” and “Operations Management“ and also includes soft skills seminars on topics such as conflict management and time management. The program also has a unique international focus. Students have the option of studying abroad, and attending language courses in, for example, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Chinese, and Japanese. In the fourth semester, students can specialize in two elective areas. They spend the fifth semester studying abroad, and write their bachelor's thesis in the sixth semester. The bachelor's program in Business Administration contains eight subject areas:
- Business Administration (78 ECTS credits)
- Methodological Basis for Economists (19 ECTS credits)
- Economics (16 ECTS credits)
- Civil Law and Business Law (14 ECTS credits)
- Ethics and Academic Writing and Research (4 ECTS credits)
- International Studies (33 ECTS credits)
- Elective Modules (4 ECTS credits)
- Bachelor’s Thesis (12 ECTS credits)
= 180 ECTS credits in total
Why study Business Administration at the University of Mannheim?
Studying Business Administration in Mannheim means studying at one of the most renowned business schools in Europe. Independent national and international rankings, including the CHE or THE university ranking and rankings by the FT Ranking, have confirmed the outstanding quality of the research and teaching at our university on a number of occasions.
USA, Singapore, Brazil – the Business School is well-connected internationally. It is partners via 200 universities around the world. A mandatory semester of study abroad or the IBEA program (International Business Education Alliance) and the Double Degree Program at Peking University's Guanghua School of Management give students the chance to study in a global context.
Our students have also direct access to our network of business partners. In addition to lectures, a career fair, and company presentations, there are also regular workshops, where our students work on case studies and present themselves and their theoretical knowledge to companies.
The Business School of the University of Mannheim has been accredited by three accreditation agencies, earning itself the internationally sought-after triple crown. The three most significant accreditation agencies, AACSB International (Tampa, USA), EQUIS/
EFMD (Brussels, Belgium), and AMBA (London, UK) have all confirmed the top quality of the study conditions in Mannheim. Career opportunities
Due to its diverse nature, the bachelor’s program in Business Administration offers its graduates a variety of career options. Our graduates work, for example, as business consultants, credit analysts at banks, account managers in industrial and trading companies, or found their own business.
Required interests and skills
Students of Business Administration should
- be interested in economics and business administration,
- enjoy working on complex questions,
- like math,
- have a good level of proficiency in English,
- be committed to their studies, independent, and disciplined.
Program structure
Module catalog
You can find further details on how the program is structured in the module catalog (PDF, 2 MB).Studying abroad
All students spend the fifth semester of the program at a university abroad (see the list of partner schools). Please contact the international affairs team at the Business School for more information.Internships
According to the examination regulations, students do not have to do an internship during their studies. However, we recommend that you complete an internship in a relevant sector before you graduate.Sample course schedule
This is how your course schedule (PDF, 199 kB) for the first semester could look like.Continuing Education
Certificate programs
Strengthen your potential, deepen your knowledge, find solutions for challenges we will face tomorrow – there are many good reasons to think outside the box, get to know and try out new things even during your studies.At the University of Mannheim, you can do this in the “Studium Oecologicum” which focuses on sustainability. In our certificate program, you will acquire interdisciplinary expert knowledge which can help you to act ethically and to make holistic decisions.
Language courses
Making language learning easier: No matter if you want to learn Japanese, Hebrew, Spanish or Norwegian, take the Graduate Record Examination Test (GRE), The European Language Certificates (telc) or the TOEFL test – each semester, the University of Mannheim offers language courses and language certificates in more than 16 languages for students and non-university members, online and on campus!Studium Generale
Are you interested in IT or communication trainings or theater, music, or drawing courses? Studium Generale has a vast range of courses available to all.Further study
The following degree program is partly or fully available in English:
Mannheim Master in Management (M.Sc.)
Application and selection
At the University of Mannheim, a traditional numerus clausus (within the meaning of a minimum grade required for admission) does not exist. In our selection process, we take numerous criteria into account. For more details, please check the selection statutes (see below). Be bold! Please do not hesitate to contact us if you need advice. We are looking forward to receiving your application!
In our selection process for the Bachelor's Program in Business Administration, we take the following criteria into account:
- the grade average achieved in your university entrance qualification,
- the grades achieved during the final four semesters of your German upper secondary education in Mathematics, German, and the foreign language you continued to study,
- work experience in the business sector; extracurricular activities relating to the field of study,
- a very good level of proficiency in English.
German language proficiency
If you are not a German citizen or do not have a German university entrance qualification (Abitur or equivalent school leaving certificate), you must prove German language proficiency at C1 level.Selection statutes
For more detailed explanations of the selection process and the legally binding requirements of the respective degree program, please refer to the Business School’s website and the selection statutes, which are only available in German.If the program of study is currently not selective, you will receive a study place if you fulfill all admission requirements and apply in due time and form.
Scholarships and funding
The university offers various funding opportunities. Around 200 Mannheim students receive scholarships every year, which are intended to give them the freedom to focus on their academic achievements or to continue their voluntary work alongside their studies. Find out more about the funding opportunities and feel free to apply, for example, for the Deutschland Scholarship, the Opportunity Mannheim Scholarship or the Elite Sports Scholarship Rhine-Neckar Metropolitan Region.Funding opportunities for international degree-seeking students
Application
- The application deadline for our bachelor's programs for the fall semesters starts on 1 June and ends on 15 July.
Contact
Student Counseling Bachelor in Business Administration
currently only via mail or skype
https://www.bwl.uni-mannheim.de/en/programs/study-counselling-bachelor-business-administration/
Admissions Office
L 1, 1 – Room 157, 158
68161 Mannheim