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Bachelor German Law & Economics

Public Financial Management

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.)

About the Program

The Bachelor's program in Public Financial Management trains civil servants for the higher non-technical service in the General Financial Administration of the state of Baden-Württemberg. The program has a generalist approach and lasts 3 years, consisting of 24 months of university studies and 12 months of practical training. The curriculum focuses on three main areas: Real Estate and Building Management, Personnel Management, and Public Financial Management. The program includes foundational courses in Public Law and Civil Law, with specialized modules in the three focus areas. After successful completion, graduates are typically employed in the public service depending on available positions. The practical training period is divided into three-month segments in each of the main focus areas, with a fourth segment for specialization that can be completed in the private sector or abroad.

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 higher-education entrance qualification (Abitur or equivalent). International applicants may need recognition via Anabin and, if not directly eligible, a Studienkolleg + assessment exam (Feststellungsprüfung).

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 Public Financial Management at Hochschule für öffentliche Verwaltung und Finanzen Ludwigsburg

Is Public Financial Management at Hochschule für öffentliche Verwaltung und Finanzen Ludwigsburg taught in German or English? ▼

This Bachelor 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 Public Financial Management 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 Public Financial Management at Hochschule für öffentliche Verwaltung und Finanzen Ludwigsburg? ▼

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 Public Financial Management? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 working days a year without additional permission (a day of up to 4 hours counts as half a day). After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Hochschule für öffentliche Verwaltung und Finanzen Ludwigsburg — 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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