The degree programme usually lasts five years and comprises a multi-stage training programme that ends with a Bachelor's and a Master's degree, followed by a traineeship.

In the Bachelor

The Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) program in Business Studies, which comprises a total of 180 credit points (CP), focuses primarily on the subject of Business Studies, accounting for 90 CP. Here, you will deepen your knowledge and skills in various economic areas to become a qualified teacher in this field.

In Business Administration, you will complete three main modules. You begin with Business Administration II, where you will cover management topics. This is followed by Business Administration III, focusing on Intelligence, Logistics, and Operations, which also includes the module Investments and Financial Management. Additionally, you will explore the topic of "Business in Social Responsibility", establishing fundamental knowledge in this area.

In Economics, you will delve into both macro- and microeconomic aspects of the economy. The curriculum includes Microeconomics and Macroeconomics, as well as topics such as Economic Policy, Game Theory, and the Economics of Sustainability. This area forms the foundation for a comprehensive understanding of economic principles.

The Accounting and Controlling module includes subjects such as Accounting and Finance, Financial Reporting and Taxation, and Cost and Revenue Accounting. These courses are essential for building a solid foundation in corporate financial matters.

In the Business Law section, you will gain insights into Labor Law, Civil Law, and Corporate Law. This knowledge is crucial for understanding the legal aspects of the business world.

In the field of Mathematics and Statistics, you will study Mathematics for Economists, Statistics I, and Statistics II. Here, you will develop the mathematical and statistical skills necessary to conduct economic analyses and interpret data effectively.

In addition to your main subject, you will study a second subject, which accounts for 40 CP and broadens your perspective, enabling you to teach in various educational contexts.

The Educational Sciences also play a significant role in your studies, contributing 30 CP. These modules provide the necessary pedagogical knowledge to teach effectively and support the learning process.

You will also complete 10 CP in school internships, giving you the opportunity to apply what you have learned in practice and gain valuable teaching experience.

To enter the teaching profession, obtaining a Master’s degree is mandatory after completing the Bachelor's program.

In the Master

Our study program offers you various modules to choose from, allowing you to set your own focus areas. Here is an overview of the individual modules:

Module VI: Elective I - Management (12 CP)
In this module, you have the opportunity to choose from various management-specific courses, including:

• Marketing Management
• Strategy and Technology
• Fundamentals of Leadership
• Organization and Management
• Entrepreneurship and Digital Management

Module VII: Elective II (12 CP)
Here, you can either select courses from the "Intelligence, Logistics, and Operations" profile area of the Bachelor’s program in Business Administration, or opt for courses from the "Management" profile area of the Master’s program in Business Administration. Alternatively, you can also take courses from the "Finance and Accounting" profile area of the Master’s program in Business Administration.

Subject Didactics I (10 CP)
In this module, you will be trained in fundamental didactic concepts for teaching economics. The courses in this module include:

• Fundamentals of Didactics for Business Education
• Methods in Business Education
• Planning and Organization of Teaching in Commercial and Administrative Vocational Education and Training

Subject Didactics II (10 CP)
Here, we focus on the transformation of educational processes in vocational education. The courses cover topics such as:

• Transformation Processes in Vocational Education
• Diagnostics, Assessment, and Evaluation of Business Education
• Design of Business-Related Teaching and Learning Processes

Educational Sciences (12 CP)
In this module, you will be trained in vocational pedagogy, which is particularly relevant if you aim to become a teacher at vocational schools.

Second Subject (40 CP)
You will continue studying your second subject to further deepen your knowledge and skills in an additional field.

School Internships
During your studies, school internships are required to gain practical teaching experience.

Master’s Thesis
Your studies conclude with the completion of a Master’s thesis, where you will have the opportunity to apply and expand your acquired knowledge and research skills.

And After That?

Before starting the preparatory service (Referendariat), you must provide proof of 52 weeks of professional experience. A completed vocational training program is, of course, recognized as fulfilling this requirement.

The next step is the Referendariat, which is no longer part of the university studies but rather the second phase of teacher training. This phase is not organized by universities but is instead managed by the Ministries of Education.

After your Bachelor's degree, you will usually continue with the Master's degree programme, as the teacher training programme consists of the Bachelor's degree and the subsequent Master's degree programme. In the Master's programme, the subject content and its didactics are studied in greater depth. The second part of the teacher training programme, the preparatory service, is only completed after the Master's degree, which completes the path into school and the role as a teacher. After successfully completing the Bachelor's degree programme, graduates are able to navigate the complex world of economics with confidence. Not only do they have solid analytical and methodological skills to describe, categorise and interpret specific economic processes, but they are also able to close self-identified knowledge gaps quickly and in a results-oriented manner. In business administration, graduates acquire the basic tools and analytical methods and are able to apply these to specific business issues. They are able to apply the theoretical content to business practice. In economics, graduates acquire the basic and theoretical approaches and analysis tools and are able to communicate pricing on markets, macroeconomic accounting and macroeconomic approaches. In the law modules, graduates acquire the ability to apply legal ways of thinking and reasoning and to develop solutions to legal problems.

 After successfully completing the Master's degree programme, students will be able to comprehensively analyse business management processes and economic issues and assess different approaches with regard to their advantages, disadvantages and effects. They apply business and economic methods and theories and reflect on them critically. They are able to scrutinise the skills required for this and to expand these in a targeted manner. Students can plan, implement and reflect on competence-orientated subject teaching. In doing so, they will be able to take on board the results of economic didactic research. They know the basics of digitalisation in economics teaching as well as performance diagnosis and assessment. Students will be able to deal with both didactic and scientific issues in a structured manner, communicate in oral, written and media-supported form and present them in an appropriate manner.
 

In general, the Department of Economics aims to provide graduates with a solid professional qualification, specifically in the area of business skills, and to prepare them for a successful professional career. This includes the use of software tools, communication skills, teamwork and problem-solving skills. The programme emphasises the development of social skills, such as communication across cultural differences, conflict resolution and leadership skills, as well as self-regulation skills, which are important in professional contexts. In addition to subject-specific content, the programme also aims to impart a general education in order to educate students to become responsible citizens and promote their personal development.

Critical thinking will be promoted in the individual modules from the outset. Students should be encouraged to question information and ideas, analyse arguments and consider alternative points of view. This is done through discussions, debates, in lectures and seminars. Social and economic issues and current events are incorporated into the courses. This enables students to deal with real problems and to understand and scrutinise their impact on society and the economy.