Course Sequence (Modules)
In the 1st to 3rd semesters students develop general economic understanding and capabilities: general and specialist economics, business studies, political science, sociology, (international) economic history, as well as national and international economic law.
Furthermore, students will perfect their knowledge of English, especially the practical application of the language. The development of key qualifications in communication, statistics, empirical social research and IT are integral components of the foundation phase.
During the advanced phase of study (i.e. in the 4th to 7th semesters), students strengthen their profiles as economists by specialising in the following areas:
- International Economics
- European Regional Economics
- Logistics.
Of the three (3) specialisations offered, two (2) must be chosen.
Following the tradition of German universities of applied sciences students on the International Degree Course in Economics learn from case studies, through practical examples and reality-driven questions and challenges. At present around 50 students enrol in the degree programme every year. This enables direct and personalized contact with professors and lecturers. The degree course, which has been designed by well-known experts, provides a strong and reliable grounding from the very beginning, making it possible for the programme to be completed in three and a half years (seven semesters).
The third year of study is spent abroad: one semester is spent at one of our partner universities and during the equivalent of one semester (18 weeks) an internship is undertaken at a company, at an international organization, in the public sector or with a trade organisation. Students may choose a university of their own for the year abroad. The university's International Office provides support for partner universities. Within Europe - and also increasingly outside of Europe - there is a range of scholarships and student loan programmes providing financial assistance for the time spent abroad.
Overview of modules
| Sem. | Module 1 | Module 2 | Module 3 | Module 4 | Module 5 |
| 1 30 CP |
Principles of Scientific Methodology Quantitative Methods of Economics |
Microeconomics | Descriptive Statistics Empirical Social Research |
Principles of Business | English for Economists |
| 2 30 CP |
Macroeconomics | International Economics European Integration |
Environmental Economics Social Politics |
Quantitative Aspects of Management Analytical / Inferential Statistics |
Intercultural Communication English for Economists |
| 3 30 CP |
Economic Policy Public Finance |
Monetary Theory Meso Economics |
Economic History Political Science / Sociology |
Econometrics Data Analysis (PAWS, SPSS) |
National and International Economic Law |
| 4 30 CP |
Specialisation I | Specialisation I | Specialisation II | Specialisation II | Soft Skills |
| 5 30 CP |
Preparation Course for Stay Abroad (taken during the 4th semester) | Study Semester Abroad: Intermediate Microeconomics | Study Semester Abroad: Intermediate Microeconomics | Study Semester Abroad: Intermediate Business Administration | Study Semester Abroad: Area Studies (Host Region) |
| 6 30 CP |
Internship Abroad | Internship Abroad | Internship Abroad | Internship Abroad | Internship Follow-Up at the beginning of the 7th semester) |
| 7 30 CP |
Specialisation I | Specialisation I | Specialisation II | Specialisation II | Bachelor thesis |
“CP” stands for ‘credit points’, which are part of the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS). 1 CP is the equivalent of around 30 hours of work (preparation, attendance, practice/tutorials and follow-up). 30 CPs in a semester (15 weeks lecture time, 8 weeks preparation and follow-up) makes for a full work-load! (The equivalent of full-time employment)
Specialisations:
International Economics (4th semester)
- Monetary Policy
- International Financial Markets
- Foreign Trade & Investment Policy (FTIP)
- Economic Integration
European Regional Economics (4th semester)
- Competition Theory and Policy
- Sectoral / Spatial Aspects of Economics
- European Regional Economics
- Regional Analysis
Logistics (4t semester)
- Transport Economics
- Production Logistics
International Economics (7th semester)
- International Organizations
- International Business
- Labour Economics / Labour Market Policy
- Innovation Theory and Policy
European Regional Economics (7th semester)
- Programme Analysis
- Regional Public Finance
- Regional / Structural Policy at European and National Levels
Logistics (7th semester)
- Industrial Economics
- Global Logistics
- Supply Chain Management
All courses from the first three semesters as well as the "Preparation course for the year abroad" must be completed before you go for your year abroad. Students must provide proper documentation for the year abroad (university records, letter from internship institutions).
The final grade of the Bachelor exam will be calculated from the combined weighted average of the student’s grades. All modules (including the time abroad, too) will be taken into account. There is one exception: the internship is not graded.