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Are you interested in studying Business Administration? Then you've come to the right place! The course is incredibly versatile, offers an exciting challenge and is a perfect introduction to a career in business. On this page you will learn everything about the course and whether it is really right for you. We explain why a Business Administration degree is worthwhile and which subjects await you!
A degree in business administration not only provides in-depth economic knowledge, but also opens numerous doors for a successful career. Here are six good reasons why this course of study is worthwhile:
In addition to professional skills, you will develop soft skills such as communication skills, teamwork, analytical thinking and strategic planning – skills that are in demand in every industry.
Whether in marketing, controlling, human resources, consulting or corporate management – a Business Studies degree opens up numerous career opportunities. You are not limited to one industry, but can work in almost any sector of the economy.
Those who want to become self-employed or start their own business later on will benefit enormously from business know-how. You will learn how to develop business models, plan finances and think strategically.
Companies of all sizes and in all industries need business-trained specialists. Graduates of business administration studies are therefore more in demand than ever – nationally and internationally.
With a solid economic background, the chances of earning an above-average salary increase, especially with increasing professional experience or in management positions.
Many programs are internationally designed, including lectures in English, semesters abroad or international case studies. This prepares you optimally for the globalized world of work.
Below you can find out what advantages MBS offers you in your Business Administration studies.
The following is a brief explanation of the concepts mentioned in the study program.
Concentrations are advanced topics that you can choose within your study program to specialize in specific areas such as marketing, finance or entrepreneurship. In some programs, you can even choose more than one Concentration.
Elective courses give you the opportunity to choose the modules that match your interests and career goals, allowing you to tailor your studies to your individual needs. In many degree programs, you can choose more than one elective course.
A degree program with an international focus prepares you for the challenges and opportunities of global markets through intercultural content, languages and often international experiences such as semesters abroad.
A semester abroad allows you to study at a partner university in a foreign country, gain international experience and improve your language and intercultural skills.
An internship is a practical experience in a company where you apply your theoretical knowledge, gain professional insights and make valuable contacts.
A Master Top-up program enables students with a first university degree to obtain a full Master's degree in a short period of time by completing only the missing modules.
A mentoring program connects you with experienced professionals or alumni who are ready to provide valuable advice, career tips, and personal support.
Studying in English means that some or even all courses and exams are offered in English, which broadens international career opportunities and strengthens language skills.
A pre-Bachelor's program prepares prospective students for a Bachelor's Program by teaching them the basics and improving their language and subject knowledge.
A scholarship is a financial award given to students based on merit, need, or special qualifications to reduce the cost of studying.
A university's accreditations are one of the most important indicators of the quality and recognition of its study programs. Institutions such as the German Council of Science and Humanities, the Ministry of Education and FIBAA, as well as renowned international accreditation organizations such as AMBA and AACSB, assess the academic excellence, practical orientation and international standards of universities. Some universities, such as MBS, work tirelessly to ensure that further accreditations are added and existing ones are renewed. In the following, we will take a look at the most important accreditations for your Program at MBS.
Are you interested in the details? Here you will find our detailed course of studies for the Bachelor International Business at MBS, where you will receive an optimal business administration education at an international level.
In the Bachelor's program in Business Administration (often also referred to as Business Studies or Business Administration for short), you can expect a mixture of theoretical knowledge, practical applications and overarching key competencies. Here are the typical course contents that await you:
You will learn about the central areas of a company:
This is about the “big picture”, e.g.
To be able to analyze economic interrelationships, you need:
Depending on your interests, you can focus on specific areas, e.g.
A bachelor's degree in business administration opens many doors for you on the labor market. Thanks to your broad-based business apprenticeship, you can be deployed flexibly and can enter a wide range of industries and roles. Here are six promising career options:
This is a brief overview of the potential earnings after completing a bachelor's degree in business administration.
| Prerequisites | Salary |
| Entry-level positions | about €38.000 – 48.00 per year |
| Mid-career level | about €50.000 – 70.000 |
| Executive level | about €75.000 – 120.000 + |
| Industry | Industry-dependent – e.g. higher in Business Consulting |
| Location | Higher in metropolitan areas like Munich |
| Experience | In most cases, the more experience, the higher the salary |
| Qualifications | In most cases, the more qualifications, such as a master's degree, the higher the salary |
The Numerus Clausus (NC) or grade point average (GPA) required for admission to international business management programs varies from university to university, but is often between 1.5 and 2.5. Some universities, such as Munich Business School, do not require a fixed GPA and instead use selection procedures or letters of motivation.
With a Bachelor's in Business Administration, you can work in areas such as marketing, controlling, human resources, consulting or sales, or you can start your own business. In addition, you can pursue a Master's or MBA degree to expand your career options and earn a higher salary.
Whether the business administration studies are in German or not depends on the university – there are programs in German, in English or bilingual. For example, the Munich Business School offers a bilingual track, so about half of the lectures are in German and the rest in English. However, there is also a track offered completely in English.
A Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration is a business degree in which you learn the fundamentals of business administration and often have a stronger focus on management, communication or social aspects.
The difference usually lies in the focus: international management emphasizes strategic and leadership topics more strongly, while international business management deals more broadly with international business processes such as marketing, finance and trade.
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