Set on a management career? Your journey starts here!

In the THWS bachelor's degree programme Business Administration, you will receive a broad education in all areas of business administration like controlling, human resources, and marketing. You will develop problem-solving, analytical, and essential soft skills and will benefit from the high share of practice. There is also the possibility of spending a semester abroad at one of our partner universities. After graduation, you may pursue a career in finance, marketing, human resources, or as a corporate consultant. Or you could start your own company. An endeavour, in which THWS would gladly support you. Your know-how also makes you an ideal fit for positions in retail, banking, e-commerce, or the public sector. Apply now for the bachelor's degree programme Business Administration (B.A.) at THWS and start your career!

The German-taught bachelor's degree programme Business Administration is conceptualised as a TWIN programme. The THWS bachelor's programme International Management is the English-taught version of this degree programme. You may also choose to just take some modules in English and still receive a TWIN certificate.

Reasons to study Business Administration at THWS

Studying at the Technical University of Applied Sciences Würzburg-Schweinfurt opens up doors to a world of innovation and challenges. We connect important theory with the required practice, fundamental research with applied knowledge, and regional expertise with global perspective. At THWS, you learn to gain new perspectives and contribute to a more sustainable and advanced future. During your studies you can attain to additional qualifications (e.g. trainer certificate (Ausbilderschein), language courses).

Advantages of the degree programme:

• The programme is characterised by a strong practical focus with hands-on experiences
• Diverse curriculum and 16 exciting specialisations to choose from
• International perspectives through partner universities around the world, English-taught specialisations, and numerous English-taught electives as part of the TWIN programme International Management
• Optional double degree with a partner university
• Opportunity to obtain a TWIN certificate in combination with the TWIN programme International Management
• Strong network at the business locations Würzburg and Schweinfurt
• Active research activities do not only promote academic progress but also your individual abilities

Three good reasons

Diverse career options in different areas, including finances, marketing, human resources

Development of essential abilities like strategic thinking, data analysis, problem-solving skills, and effective communication

International network and perspectives as well as a deeper understanding for different cultures and markets

Study contents

The 7-semester programme constitutes of basis studies, an internship semester, and specialisation studies. It cumulates in the bachelor's thesis. In the first four semesters you complete 24 mandatory modules. The internship semester usually takes place in the 5th semester. In the 6th and 7th semester, you can choose two of 16 specialisation modules (SP). You will write your bachelor's thesis in the 7th semester. The programme consists of basics of economics and business administration (20 %), commercial basics (10 %), basics and tools of the function of business administration (15 %), specialisations (15 %), major (25 %), and practice (15 %).

Practice-orientation

Studies at THWS are characterised by a high degree of practice-orientation and the internship semester. Depending on the chosen degree programme, the internship semester is scheduled for the 5th or 6th semester. The internship semester offers you the chance to complete an internship with a company of your choice and gain insights into the professional world. That way you can apply the theoretical and practical knowledge developed during your studies in the work environment you are most interested in.

Career and perspectives

As a graduate of the programme Business Administration (B.A.) you are optimally prepared to apply your broad knowledge and abilities in order to solve complex problems. You can expect bright career perspectives. Your expertise at the interface of management and business will be in high demand in many areas:

• Banking and finance
• Media and marketing
• Human resources
• Corporate consulting
• Retail and e-commerce
• Logistics and supply chain management
• Public sector

Of course, you can also consider a master's degree in Business Administration. This would not only allow you to deepen your knowledge and specialise in your area of interest, but would also qualify you for higher management and leadership positions.

Gaining international experience

THWS places a strong focus on internationality. Our TWIN programmes, i.e. degree programmes identical in content that are offered in German and English, are unique throughout Germany. We thus promote your international and intercultural experiences and optimally prepare you for a globalised job market. THWS strongly supports international student exchange programmes and internships abroad, Our University has over 200 partner universities around the world.

Is Business Administration the right degree programme for you?

Business Administration (B.A.) is the ideal degree programme for you if you are interested in business processes and want to understand how companies work. The programme offers your diverse career perspectives. You will develop critical abilities and skills like strategic thinking and problem-solving - ideal for future managers and all those looking to work in a dynamic international environment. Successful students of this degree programme require analytical thinking and teamwork. The THWS degree programme Business Administration will enable you to take on managerial responsibilities in different areas and actively shape the future economy.

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