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Our Bachelor's degree program in Business Administration with a focus on Management, Controlling & Information offers you a practical education with a strong specialization in current topics and trends in business.
Controlling plays a central role in business administration. Controllers are internal consultants in the company and the focus here is on dealing with figures, for example in planning and in various analyses in the area of accounting/accounting. Managers are responsible for organization and control within the company. They develop strategies, set goals, lead teams and make important business decisions. However, soft skills that enable good social interaction and communication are also part of the graduate profile.
Become part of our student community and prepare yourself optimally for your career in management and controlling. Get started now and apply for this future-oriented degree program (Bachelor of Science) in Business Administration!
Career prospects
The degree programs in Business Administration with a focus on Management, Controlling & Information offers a wide range of career prospects:
- Entry as a controller in a company
- Excellent career opportunities in internationally oriented companies
- Work in the management of a company
- Career in management consulting
- Career opportunities in the field of finance, e.g. as a financial analyst
- Possibility of self-employment
- Further qualification for a Master's degree
Comparatively high starting salaries can be expected after graduation.
5 reasons for the degree programs
1. diverse career opportunities:
The degree programs prepares you for a variety of careers in different industries. Whether in management, controlling or information processing - graduates are able to take on management and decision-making positions in national and international companies.
2. practice-oriented education:
The close integration of theory and practice means that you not only acquire sound knowledge in the field of business administration, but also practical experience. Internships, projects with companies and practical case studies are an integral part of the program and prepare you optimally for a career in controlling or management.
3. excellent supervision and support:
Small study groups enable personal supervision and individual support from the lecturers. The intensive supervision, including the option of an individual study plan, ensures that you can successfully complete your studies and achieve your professional goals.
4. current and relevant content:
The degree programs always have their finger on the pulse and integrate current developments and trends from the fields of management, controlling and information, such as AI and data analytics. You will learn about the latest methods and tools that are important in the modern business world and thus acquire future-oriented skills.
5. internationalization:
The course enables you to complete a double degree in Finland or a voluntary semester abroad at over 150 HWG LU partner universities around the world. This strengthens your intercultural skills and broadens your international experience. This opens the doors to global career opportunities and enriches your personal and professional development.
LUst on foreign countries?
Expand your horizons worldwide!
Study internationally - Ludwigshafen University of Applied Sciences offers access to a global network with around 150 partner universities all over the world. From EU countries to the USA, Australia, Taiwan or Korea - the opportunities are varied and exciting.
A stay abroad, whether through an internship or a semester abroad, gives you the chance to acquire valuable intercultural skills and gain international experience. These stays can be part of your studies, so that the duration of your studies is not extended. Immerse yourself in new cultures, make international contacts and prepare yourself optimally for a global career.
Contents & Procedure

written course of study
The course comprises seven semesters (3.5 years) and leads to a Bachelor of Arts degree.
1st - 4th semester
Broad foundation:
Business fundamentals e.g. law, economics, statistics
Specializations:
Management, Controlling, Information
Personal skills-oriented courses:
Soft skills, professional skills, business English
5th semester
Optional (integrated) semester abroad
6th semester
Compulsory internship semester
7th semester
Bachelor's thesis + academic course
Application & Admission
This degree program is admission-restricted. You can find all important information about the Numerus Clausus (NC) here.
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Are you unsure which documents you need to upload to the portal? The following overview will help:
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If you have questions about the content or focus areas of a specific degree program, the respective program managers for your desired program will be happy to assist you. You can find their contact information below.


