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Bachelor of Business Administration / International Marketing (BSc)International Marketing

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About the Program

The seven-semester programme offers a degree in business administration with a specialisation in International Marketing. Students study four semesters general business administration courses (e.g. Finance, Accounting, IT, Economics, Law, Statistics, Ethics) and two semesters specialised marketing courses (e.g. Sustainability Marketing, Digital Marketing, Marketing Communications). The study programme is supplemented by a one semester job-specific internship in the field of marketing. International students who come from abroad to do their Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/International Marketing at Pforzheim University usually complete all seven semesters in Pforzheim. This gives them the advantage to immerse themselves in the German culture and learn the language – they are then perfectly prepared for jobs in Germany after graduation. However, students can also spend some time abroad during their studies. This implies that the marketing specialisation is done partly or fully abroad instead of in Pforzheim. Two options exist: Students spend one semester (fourth semester) abroad at one partner university or even two semesters abroad (fourth and fifth semester) at two different partner universities on two different continents. There are currently around 20 partner universities available worldwide, including: Örebro University, Sweden; Sheffield Hallam University, GB; Yonsei University, Korea; Hong Kong University; American University Kairo, Egypt; Insper, Sao Paulo, Brazil.   Students spend one year (fourth and fifth semester) abroad at a partner university and acquire a double degree, i.e. the Pforzheim Bachelor’s degree in combination with the foreign degree of the respective partner university. The following 11 partner universities are available for the double degree: University of Wyoming, USA Tec de Monterrey, Mexico ESAN University, Peru University of Galway, Ireland IESEG School of Management, Paris, France Clermont School of Business, France University of Ljubljana, Slovenia IQS School of Management, Barcelona, Spain Iscte Business School, Lisbon, Portugal Universitas Gadjah Mada, Yogyakarta, Indonesia Yuan Ze University, Taiwan Career opportunities: Graduates achieve high employability and usually work in brand management, market research, advertising, sales, public relations, key account management, category management or management consultancy after graduation. A large percentage also pursues a Master's degree afterwards and is accepted to top schools worldwide.
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The seven-semester programme offers a degree in business administration with a specialisation in International Marketing. Students study four semesters general business administration courses (e.g. Finance, Accounting, IT, Economics, Law, Statistics, Ethics) and two semesters specialised marketing courses (e.g. Sustainability Marketing, Digital Marketing, Marketing Communications). The study programme is supplemented by a one semester job-specific internship in the field of marketing. International students who come from abroad to do their Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/International Marketing at Pforzheim University usually complete all seven semesters in Pforzheim. This gives them the advantage to immerse themselves in the German culture and learn the language – they are then perfectly prepared for jobs in Germany after graduation. However, students can also spend some time abroad during their studies. This implies that the marketing specialisation is done partly or fully abroad instead of in Pforzheim. Two options exist: Students spend one semester (fourth semester) abroad at one partner university or even two semesters abroad (fourth and fifth semester) at two different partner universities on two different continents. There are currently around 20 partner universities available worldwide, including: Örebro University, Sweden; Sheffield Hallam University, GB; Yonsei University, Korea; Hong Kong University; American University Kairo, Egypt; Insper, Sao Paulo, Brazil.   Students spend one year (fourth and fifth semester) abroad at a partner university and acquire a double degree, i.e. the Pforzheim Bachelor’s degree in combination with the foreign degree of the respective partner university. The following 11 partner universities are available for the double degree: University of Wyoming, USA Tec de Monterrey, Mexico ESAN University, Peru University of Galway, Ireland IESEG School of Management, Paris, France Clermont School of Business, France University of Ljubljana, Slovenia IQS School of Management, Barcelona, Spain Iscte Business School, Lisbon, Portugal Universitas Gadjah Mada, Yogyakarta, Indonesia Yuan Ze University, Taiwan Career opportunities: Graduates achieve high employability and usually work in brand management, market research, advertising, sales, public relations, key account management, category management or management consultancy after graduation. A large percentage also pursues a Master's degree afterwards and is accepted to top schools worldwide.

General Requirements

Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.

Academic qualification

A recognised Master's degree in a related field and acceptance by a supervisor (Doktorvater/Betreuer).

Language

English proficiency (typically IELTS ~6.5 or TOEFL iBT ~90). Basic German is helpful for daily life.

Typical documents

  • Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
  • Language certificate
  • Passport and passport photo
  • Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
  • Letter of motivation (for many programs)
  • Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Bachelor of Business Administration / International Marketing (BSc) at Hochschule Pforzheim

Is Bachelor of Business Administration / International Marketing (BSc) at Hochschule Pforzheim taught in German or English?

This PhD programme is taught in English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Bachelor of Business Administration / International Marketing (BSc) programme cost?

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Bachelor of Business Administration / International Marketing (BSc) at Hochschule Pforzheim?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (English), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline?

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Bachelor of Business Administration / International Marketing (BSc)?

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Hochschule Pforzheim — directly or via uni-assist?

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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