Business Administration and Engineering

The Business Administration and Engineering program combines the disciplines of engineering and business administration in an exciting and practical way. It also offers integrative modules that link both fields to provide a comprehensive understanding. Wherever possible, all specializations are taught together to promote exchange and versatility.

In the 5th and 6th semesters, a total of six Elective modules offer the opportunity to deepen one's studies individually according to one's own interests.

The degree program is strongly practice-oriented: theoretical content is directly applied in laboratories and case studies. Furthermore, a practical phase followed by a bachelor's thesis ensures a smooth transition into the professional world and provides optimal career preparation.

Here you will find a clear overview of all foundational modules, organized by semester. These courses are common to all students, regardless of their chosen specialization, and form the basis of the degree program. As early as the first semester, you have the option of taking two required modules from your chosen specialization, totaling ten credit points. However, the final decision regarding which of the three specializations to choose is only made in the second semester – this allows ample time to familiarize yourself with the program and select the most suitable specialization.

The detailed study program and Electivemodules can be found in the module handbook.

In all sectors of the economy, the division of labor is becoming increasingly complex, leading to a growing specialization of the workforce. At the same time, the interfaces between technology and business are becoming ever more demanding when it comes to solving tasks and problems. Industrial engineers specializing in electrical engineering are precisely those experts in addressing these interface challenges: They identify the challenges, analyze them, and develop solutions using their acquired knowledge. Examples of their tasks include assessing and evaluating the function of electrical systems, evaluating issues in industrial manufacturing, and planning and organizing processes in automation technology.

Today's economy needs not only technically specialized engineers, but also those who can connect technical and economic aspects beyond the narrow confines of their discipline. This is precisely where the Mechanical Engineering specialization comes in: Our graduates can recognize, analyze, and optimize complex relationships and processes within companies. They design products, machines, and systems, for example, and evaluate them from an economic perspective. Furthermore, they implement and optimize manufacturing processes and identify and validate processes in technical management.

To work successfully, industrial engineers need more than just sound practical knowledge from traditional economics and engineering disciplines. Far more important is the ability to think in a networked and interdisciplinary way, as well as to develop an awareness of resource-conserving practices and the use of resource-efficient technologies. Only in this way can the individual phases of the product life cycle be coordinated and all stakeholders involved in product development, use, and disposal be brought together. Process and information flows also play a crucial role. An additional major challenge is bridging the spatial, organizational, and temporal separation of the stakeholders.

Industrial engineers specializing in electrical engineering primarily work in the planning and sales departments of companies that manufacture or use electrical or automation equipment and systems, including related software. They are also in demand at consulting firms and user companies across various sectors, such as manufacturing, commerce, and building management.

Industrial engineers specializing in mechanical engineering assume important interface roles in various business areas. These include, for example, process control, manufacturing, work preparation, controlling, corporate planning and management, as well as quality, product, and project management. They are also in demand in sales and marketing.

Industrial engineers specializing in Sustainable Life Cycle Management contribute to embedding sustainable practices in virtually all areas of a company. They work in fields such as purchasing and materials management, work preparation and industrial engineering, manufacturing and production, accounting and controlling, organization and data processing, marketing and sales, project management, and corporate planning and management. Furthermore, they are involved in research, development, and auditing to promote sustainable solutions throughout the entire product life cycle and to minimize environmental impact.

The dual study program (is+i) is a dual study option offered by the Technische Hochschule Mittelhessen at its Friedberg campus. Its focus is the direct integration of lectures in the Business Administration and Engineering program at the university with practical experience in a partner company. These dual practical phases are designed to provide students with exceptional professional and personal preparation for their future careers. During the lecture period, students attend the modules of the degree program according to the examination regulations. During the semester breaks, they complete part of their independent study at the partner company. This allows them to directly apply the knowledge gained at the university to practical experience within the partner company.

Advantages of this study format include:

• a direct application of the learned theory following each semester
• a demanding and future-proof education
• basic financial security for the entire duration of studies
• a secure first step into professional life
• Good conditions for above-average academic success through preparatory bridging courses, a study-accompanying tutoring and mentoring program, and a reduction in the density of exams

If you are looking for a practical education that will prepare you perfectly for the future, the dual study program could be just right for you!

You can find all further information on the page about dual study options.

degree

Bachelor (B.Sc.)

Standard period of study

7 semesters

Accreditation

AQAS Cologne

Study options

Full-time studies

Main language of instruction

German

Study location

Friedberg

Cost

Semester fee

Admission mode

The course is open admission. You only need to enroll within the respective deadline and meet the enrollment requirements to secure a place.

Start of studies

Winter and summer semesters

Bridge courses

Before the start of lectures, THM one-week bridging courses in subjects including mathematics, physics, programming, and chemistry. First-year students can use these courses to refresh their prior knowledge and fill any gaps.

Basic internship

Ten weeks of subject-specific basic internship must be completed. The first five weeks of this basic internship are a prerequisite for admission to the examinations in the second semester.

Enrollment period

June 1st to September 20th (winter semester)
December 1st to March 20th (summer semester)

Application period for international students

Applications are accepted via uni-assist from April 1st to July 15th (winter semester) and from October 1st to January 15th (summer semester)
Further information for international applicants is available from the International Office.

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