Program Overview

Master Wirtschaftsinformatik

The Master's program in Wirtschaftsinformatik (Business Informatics) is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the theoretical and practical concepts of business informatics, taking into account economic, technical, social, legal, ergonomic, and communication science aspects.

Program Description

The program focuses on the application, design, and development of information and communication systems and their implementation in businesses. Areas of application include workflow management, controlling systems, knowledge management, online marketing, IT security, and enterprise architecture.

Graduate Profile

Graduates of this program are equipped to:

• Design and implement enterprise information systems
• Introduce corresponding organizational concepts in companies
• Support specialists in the development and implementation of business software applications
• Conduct theoretical and applied scientific research in the field of information and communication technology applications

Facts

At a Glance

• Duration: 4 semesters
• Extent: 120 ECTS
• Degree: Master of Science (MSc)
• Language of Instruction: German & English
• Study Code: 926 [2]
• Study Program Management: SPL 5 (Computer Science and Business Informatics)

Further Information

• Admission: Details can be found under "Admission Master Wirtschaftsinformatik"
• Semester Plan: Available under "Semester Plan"
• Curriculum: Accessible under "Curriculum"

Qualifications

For admission to the Master's program in Wirtschaftsinformatik, students need specific prior knowledge. This can be acquired through extension curricula (ECs). If the required prior knowledge cannot be proven through ECs, a qualification description must be provided. This involves a presentation of achievements that correspond to the required ECs and were completed before applying for admission to the study program.

Study Content

The study program consists of:

• Focus on Computer Science: Advanced Software Engineering, Cooperative Systems, Foundations of Data Analysis
• Focus on Business Informatics: Business Process Management, Knowledge Engineering, Interoperability, Metamodelling, Digital Economy, Secure Digital Economy
• Focus on Scientific Work:
• Focus on Economics: Business Administration, Selected Areas of Business Administration and Business Law
• Elective Modules: Elective Module Business Intelligence, Elective Module Semantic Information Systems

Study Process

1. Admission to the Study Program: Details on the admission process can be found under "Admission Master Wirtschaftsinformatik"
2. Completion of the Study Program: Important tips include recognition of credits, orientation event at the start of studies, registration for continuation, semester planning, and registration for courses and exams.
3. Master's Thesis and Examination: Information on registering for the Master's thesis, finding a topic, and the Master's examination can be found under "Master's Examination"
4. Completion of the Study Program: Once all required courses are completed and the Master's thesis is successfully defended, the study program can be completed.

Alumni Testimonials

Graduates of the program share their experiences and the benefits of studying Wirtschaftsinformatik at the University of Vienna.

Study Service Center

The StudienServiceCenter (SSC) Informatik provides support for students, including information on the study program, admission, and study process.