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Hochschule für Wirtschaft und Gesellschaft Ludwigshafen

About the Program

The Master's program in Controlling is designed for students interested in qualifying for demanding specialist and management tasks in controlling. In addition to the fundamentals of controlling, the program provides extensive competencies in strategic and operational corporate management, the interaction of controlling and financial accounting, as well as the necessary IT knowledge in the context of data analytics and SAP. Controllers take on different roles in everyday professional life: they are moderators, consultants, coordinators, and sometimes also controllers. To fulfill these roles, the program not only develops professional and methodological competence but also promotes self and social competence through seminars and presentations. Potential areas of responsibility include advising management, developing and maintaining internal information management, monitoring and controlling operational processes, developing and evaluating key figures, analyzing and forecasting business developments, target-actual comparisons, budgeting, monitoring internal planning and reporting, and planning and implementing strategic measures. The program is a 3-semester full-time study with 10 compulsory modules in the first and second semesters and the master's thesis in the third semester.
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The Master's program in Controlling is designed for students interested in qualifying for demanding specialist and management tasks in controlling. In addition to the fundamentals of controlling, the program provides extensive competencies in strategic and operational corporate management, the interaction of controlling and financial accounting, as well as the necessary IT knowledge in the context of data analytics and SAP. Controllers take on different roles in everyday professional life: they are moderators, consultants, coordinators, and sometimes also controllers. To fulfill these roles, the program not only develops professional and methodological competence but also promotes self and social competence through seminars and presentations. Potential areas of responsibility include advising management, developing and maintaining internal information management, monitoring and controlling operational processes, developing and evaluating key figures, analyzing and forecasting business developments, target-actual comparisons, budgeting, monitoring internal planning and reporting, and planning and implementing strategic measures. The program is a 3-semester full-time study with 10 compulsory modules in the first and second semesters and the master's thesis in the third semester.

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 Bachelor's degree in a related field; some programs require a minimum grade or specific prerequisites.

Language

German at C1 level (DSH-2, TestDaF TDN 4, Goethe-Zertifikat C1, or telc C1 Hochschule).

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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Subjects / Topic Areas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Controlling at Hochschule für Wirtschaft und Gesellschaft Ludwigshafen

Is Controlling at Hochschule für Wirtschaft und Gesellschaft Ludwigshafen taught in German or English?

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

How much does the Controlling 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 Controlling at Hochschule für Wirtschaft und Gesellschaft Ludwigshafen?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), 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 Controlling?

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 für Wirtschaft und Gesellschaft Ludwigshafen — 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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