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The reason why I like Mathematics in Business and Economics so much is that you need both a general mathematical understanding and the ability to think like a businessperson. With these skills, excellent career prospects are guaranteed. The University of Mannheim also provides you with the opportunity to pursue your interests outside the classroom by joining one of the many student organizations.
The University of Mannheim not only has an excellent reputation, but also the beautiful Schloss, which I immediately fell in love with. Students of the bachelor’s program in Mathematics in Business and Economics explore a variety of topics. Being confronted with new problems each day and discovering different facets of mathematics every time is particularly intriguing to me. The program combines lectures with exercises courses and tutorials, which creates a pleasant learning atmosphere and helps you internalize and apply what you have learned. Mannheim also has a lot to offer outside the classroom – no matter if you prefer to stroll along the Planken pedestrian zone, go to a Schneckenhof party, or dance the night away at a club in the city center.
The bachelor’s program in Mathematics in Business and Economics at the University of Mannheim is characterized by its large selection of specializations and its sound teaching. It allows you to tailor the program to your interests and, at the same time, benefit from the university’s excellent reputation worldwide. What is special about the University of Mannheim are the many opportunities to get involved, for example in a departmental student committee, one of the over 50 student organizations, or a political student group. The variety of activities on offer greatly enhances your study experience.
By studying Mathematics in Business and Economics at the University of Mannheim I can work on new, complex problems and look for a new challenge every day. At the same time, I can choose from a wide variety of extracurricular activities and student organizations to get involved at university and do whatever suits my interests.
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
Language requirements: Proof of proficiency in foreign languages is not required.
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.
Program start: Fall semester (September)
Academic calendarSchool: School of Business Informatics and Mathematics
Semester fee: € 204,30 (further information)
Tuition fees for international students from non-EU countries: €1,500
Tuition fees for a second degree: €650Read more about the bachelor's program in Mathematics in Business and Economics (B.Sc.)
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Business, Economics, and Mathematics: a perfect combination in a digitalized world! Often invisible yet irreplaceable, mathematics can be found everywhere in our daily lives and in economic processes. Be it artificial intelligence of smartphones, weather forecasts in apps or on TV, online advertising on social media, or delivery routes for online shopping: all of this would be unthinkable without mathematical tools.
In the bachelor's program in Mathematics in Business and Economics at the University of Mannheim, students do not only acquire knowledge in mathematical fundamentals and techniques, but also learn to place mathematical questions of different kinds into economic context. The main areas of focus are applied fields such as stochastics, optimization and mathematical finance. Apart from gaining expertise in the subject, students of the University of Mannheim can also benefit from many other advantages, for instance a semester abroad, diverse leisure activities, as well as active exchange with companies in numerous industries.
Why study Mathematics in Business and Economics at the University of Mannheim?
Thanks to close an interdisciplinary collaboration with the Business School and the Department of Economics, you can take advantage of the excellent range of courses offered by three different schools within just one degree program.
Students studying Mathematics in Business and Economis are notably satisfied with their program of study. The good atmosphere among students greatly facilitates the process of arriving and feeling at home in Mannheim. The close contact to the school's professors is one of a kind, which in turn leads to a number of joint initiatives. And in the event that you should have questions or problems, the departmental student committee FIM as well as the program managers are happy to help anytime!
Students in Mannheim can benefit from the university's close ties to business corporations and research institutions. Our graduates have excellent job prospects. This is also due to our good connections to leading international companies, where students of mathematics in business and economics are highly sought-after thanks to their interdisciplinary competences. At the annual MINT-Marktplatz fair, many of our students are recruited by our partners before even graduating.
The University of Mannheim offers an extraordinary international environment. The majority of students spends a semester abroad at one of the numerous partner universities during their studies.
In order to maximize student success, we have developed special learning methods, for which our professors have already received awards. For instance, the tutorials accompanying our lectures are individually adapted to personal interests, and YouTube videos come into play as an additional learning tool. From the second year onwards, you can contribute to the study progress of your fellow students by becoming a tutor yourself.
Examinations of the degree program in Mathematics in Business and Economics can be recognized if you want to study to become an actuary (DAV) at the German Association of Actuaries (Deutsche Aktuarvereinigung e.V.). This way, the training for becoming an actuary (DAV) which employees of German insurance companies complete alongside their work is shortened. The degree in Mathematics in Business and Economics is a huge advantage in the application process of insurance companies.
During their studies, students can already test and apply their mathematical skills in statistics and artificial intelligence in the scope of cooperation projects with companies. Together with professors, the Students' Association for Data Analytics & Statistics STADS works jointly on questions set by our cooperation partners in business and economy. You can take part in STADS activities right from the first semester.
Career opportunities
With their knowledge of two different disciplines, Mathematics and Business Administration/
Economics, our graduates can choose to work for a variety of employers, for instance banks, insurance companies, financial service providers, tech startups, fintech providers, industrial enterprises, and management consultancy firms. However, starting work right away isn’t your only option. This degree also qualifies you to continue your studies in a master’s program, for example in the master’s program in Mathematics in Business and Economics (M.Sc.), the master's program in Mathematics (M.Sc.), the master's program in Economics (M.Sc.), the Mannheim Master of Data Science (M.Sc.) program, or the Mannheim Master in Management (M.Sc.) program.
Required interests and skills
Program structure
In the first two years of study, you will learn the fundamentals of mathematics, business administration, and economics. In the third year, you are free to pursue your personal interests.
Useful information
Course schedule for the first semester (in German)
Degree plans and information on the program (in German)
Information on studying at our school
Website of the departmental student committee FIMIf you have any questions about studying at our school, please do not hesitate to contact our program manager, Sanja Juric.
Studying abroad
Many students are studying at one of our partner universities abroad in their third year. For advice, please contact Juliane Roth, the Exchange Coordinator at the School.Further study
The following degree programs are partly or fully available in English:
Mannheim Master in Management (M.Sc.)
Master’s Program in Economics (M.Sc.)
Mannheim Master in Data Science (M.Sc.)
The following degree programs are (mainly) taught in German:Master’s Program in Mathematics in Business and Economics (M.Sc.)
Master's Program in Mathematics (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 the following criteria into account:
- the grades achieved in German, Mathematics (double weighting), your best foreign language, and your best scientific subject,
- relevant work experience and extracurricular activities.
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
Under “Application and selection” we have compiled the most important selection criteria of the program for you. For more detailed explanations of the selection process and the legally binding requirements of the degree program, please refer to the selection statutes.Application
- The application deadline for our bachelor's programs for the fall semesters starts on 1 June and ends on 15 July.
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The University of Mannheim is the most popular university in Germany
In the students' vote on the Studycheck.de platform, the University of Mannheim has reached the top position among all universities. This makes the University of Mannheim the most popular university in Germany.
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