International Business and Economics (BA)

In the context of globalization, not only economics degrees are required today, but also the ability to operate in international management in English. Our International Business and Economics course takes this into account. You will study business administration and economics in Thuringia for five semesters in both German and English. A special feature of the system-accredited course is the integrated semester abroad at one of our 70 partner universities. Abroad, you can attend lectures in English as well as lectures in the national language. Here, our students get to know other cultures and behaviors in management, which are of great importance in their professional careers and which increase job satisfaction. At least half of the elective subjects as well as your bachelor thesis and the colloquium as the last exam for your bachelor’s degree must be completed in English. As part of the elective courses, you will often work in small groups on practical case studies.

Graduates from our competitive degree program find career opportunities in export-oriented and international companies in particular. Alternatively, you can continue your studies in our Master of Business and Economics course, which in Schmalkalden is offered exclusively in English and which in turn includes a semester abroad. In recent years, more than 80 percent of the master’s degree has been attended by foreign students, so that our campus has a very international flair. Our distance learning courses in Sport Management (MBA) and Corporate Management (MA) with occasional presence units in Thuringia are also ideal. Excellent master's graduates have the option of a cooperative doctorate, which is possible at the faculty with our international partner universities.

The Hochschule Schmalkalden University of Applied Sciences is a university of applied sciences in Thuringia. It is idyllically located on the edge of the Thuringian Forest. The green campus is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful in Thuringia and Germany. All facilities such as lecture halls, laboratories, cafeteria, library, residential complexes and sports facilities are within walking distance. The students benefit from the diverse opportunities that studying at the university offers here: international orientation, excellent teaching, a wide range of subjects, modern equipment, guaranteed living space and an attractive university town.

Study excellent and internationally

Under the umbrella of the five faculties of electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, economics and business law, the Hochschule Schmalkalden Sciences offers a wide range of study opportunities. The practical relevance and the good facilities at the university are the most frequently mentioned reasons for choosing to study in Schmalkalden. Forms of training such as project studies and practical phases are just as natural as small learning groups and close contact with the teachers.

All courses offer numerous opportunities to study abroad. The Hochschule Schmalkalden has a broad network of over 150 partner universities worldwide, which extend as far as Australia. Many students take the opportunity to study a semester abroad or do their internship in a foreign company and thus gain valuable experience. Particularly noteworthy is the possibility of obtaining a double degree at a foreign partner university: Master's students at the Faculty of Economics can obtain an MBA as a second degree in the USA, Canada or Spain free of charge.