Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration for Professionals (Part-time)
Program Overview
FHDW Hannover's part-time Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration for Specialists program empowers professionals with Fachwirt qualifications to enhance their expertise in advanced business administration. Through a hybrid learning model, students delve into modules ranging from scientific foundations to digital business, preparing them for leadership roles in a rapidly evolving corporate environment. The program's emphasis on practical application and personal interaction ensures a comprehensive and engaging learning experience.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The program is a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Betriebswirtschaftslehre für Fachwirt innen (Business Administration for Specialists), offered by FHDW Hannover. It's a part-time program designed for individuals who already hold a recognized Fachwirt (IHK or StBK) qualification. The program aims to provide a compact solution for professionals seeking to enhance their existing expertise with advanced business administration knowledge. It focuses on deepening their Fachwirt know-how, developing management competencies, and understanding the fundamental aspects of successful corporate leadership in a rapidly changing environment. The program emphasizes flexibility and work-life balance through a hybrid learning model, allowing students to choose between on-campus attendance in Hannover or remote participation for each class. The program duration is 2.5 years, significantly shorter than the standard 4-year program due to credit transfer for existing Fachwirt qualifications.
Outline:
The curriculum is structured to integrate existing knowledge from the Fachwirt qualification. Students directly enter the 4th semester, reducing the overall study time. The program covers a broad range of business administration topics, emphasizing practical application. The content is aligned with the knowledge base of the Geprüfte Fachwirt in (IHK or StBK) qualification. Specific modules include:
- Wissenschaftliche und überfachliche Grundlagen (Scientific and Interdisciplinary Foundations): This module includes Finanzmathematik (Financial Mathematics), Statistik (Statistics), Einführung in das wissenschaftliche Arbeiten (Introduction to Scientific Work), Einführung in die Volkswirtschaftslehre (Introduction to Economics), Wirtschaftsethik (Business Ethics), and Operations Research.
- Vertiefung Betriebswirtschaftliches Management (Advanced Business Management): This module covers Organisation (Organization), Finanz- und Anlagemanagement (Finance and Investment Management), Marktforschung und Werbepsychologie (Market Research and Advertising Psychology), Dienstleistungsmanagement (Service Management), and Operatives Controlling (Operational Controlling).
- Vertiefung Digital Business (Advanced Digital Business): This module includes Innovationsmanagement und Digitalisierung (Innovation Management and Digitization), Unternehmensorganisation im Wandel (Organizational Change Management), psychologische Aspekte von Transformationsprozessen (Psychological Aspects of Transformation Processes), and Datenmanagement und digitale Wertschöpfung (Data Management and Digital Value Creation).
- Branchenspezifische Vertiefung (Industry-Specific Specialization): This module focuses on Strategisches Management und Geschäftsmodellentwicklung/Risikopolitik (Strategic Management and Business Model Development/Risk Policy) and Auswirkungen der digitalen Transformation (Impact of Digital Transformation).
Teaching:
The program emphasizes a practical approach, with instructors incorporating their professional experience into the curriculum. The smaller class sizes and modern teaching methods facilitate a thorough understanding of the material. The hybrid learning model allows for flexibility in attendance (on-campus or remote).
Careers:
The program aims to prepare graduates for advanced roles and leadership positions within their respective fields. A university statement indicates that academic degrees generally lead to faster career advancement and higher salaries. The versatile nature of the BWL degree makes it suitable for various career paths, including project management, budget management, and team leadership.
Other:
The FHDW Hannover is described as a multiple award-winning university that prioritizes personal interaction and close contact with students. The university emphasizes its modern teaching approaches and smaller learning groups. The program is accredited by ZEvA (Zentrum für Evaluation und Akkreditierung). The program accepts several Fachwirt qualifications (listed in the text), and will consider other equivalent qualifications upon request.
This university is a private, non-profit institution with over 25 years of experience in education. It focuses on business and information technology programs, offering an approach where academic training and professional qualifications go hand in hand. Unlike many other universities, students here benefit from personal and individualized support from dedicated lecturers.
The university maintains high-quality standards, with its bachelor's degree program offering 210 credit points instead of the usual 180. This structure not only provides excellent preparation for pursuing a master’s degree but also broadens access to a wide range of postgraduate opportunities.
Entry Requirements:
Proof of successfully completed examination as a Fachwirt in (IHK or StBK) or another adequate pre-qualification. The following Fachwirt Abschlüsse are recognized: Geprüfte/r Bankfachwirt/in, Geprüfte/r Wirtschaftsfachwirt/in, Geprüfte/r Fachwirt/in für Vertrieb im Einzelhandel, Geprüfte/r Fachwirt/in im Gesundheits- und Sozialwesen, Geprüfte/r Fachwirt/in für Versicherungen und Finanzen, Geprüfte/r Immobilienfachwirt/in, Geprüfte/r Handelsfachwirt/in, Geprüfte/r Steuerfachwirt/in, Geprüfte/r Fachwirt/in für Einkauf, Geprüfte/r Fachwirt/in für Güterverkehr und Logistik. Other qualifications will be reviewed upon request. An admissions interview is also required.