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Combining technical know-how with business management

Our English-taught Engineering and Business Management degree programme offers you a unique opportunity to combine your technical expertise with business management knowledge and thus optimally prepare yourself for a successful career in industry. Our degree programme is characterised by its multidisciplinary orientation, which offers a broad insight into innovative manufacturing technologies, lean management, business management topics as well as strategy and innovation.

In preparation
ECTS: 90 ECTS
Programme duration: 3 semesters
Campus: Rottweil Research Center
Faculty: Mechanical and Medical Engineering
Programme begins: summer semester (March)
Application deadline: 15. January (summer semester); students from non-EU countries: 15. November
Entry requirements: university degree (bachelor, magister, diplom or equivalent). Minimum 5 years work experience in a position of responsibility after graduation. High level of English proficiency: TOEFL ibt 95, IELTS 7.0
Teaching language: English
Accreditation: in preparation

Praxis in the region The programme extends over four semesters, with the third semester designed as an internship semester in regional industry. This unique opportunity allows students from Germany and abroad to gain valuable experience while getting to know the regional job market.
Theory becomes praxis Lectures and internships take place at the HFU Research Center in Rottweil, which boasts state-of-the-art equipment in the fields of coating technologies, rapid prototyping / 3D printing and clean rooms. This ensures a practical education and enables students to apply their theoretical knowledge.
International Teamwork Another focus is on intercultural teamwork and languages. Foreign students take German courses, while German students can improve their foreign language skills, for example in English.
Projectmanagement with certificate At the end of their studies, students receive certification in agile project management as a "CAPM Certified Associate in Project Management", which further strengthens their career prospects.

Details of the programme

A degree programme at the interface of engineering and management

Our unique degree programme is characterised by its multidisciplinary orientation, which offers a broad insight into innovative manufacturing technologies, lean management, business management topics as well as strategy and innovation.

It combines fundamental knowledge of the natural sciences (mathematics, data processing, applied physics) and engineering (materials science, electrical engineering, statics) and basic knowledge of the social sciences (intercultural communication, multicultural teamwork) and management (cost accounting, profitability analysis).

Through practice-oriented teaching content and close cooperation with industry partners, our students not only gain theoretical knowledge, but also valuable insights into real work processes and current challenges in the industry.

Our aim is to bring together a dynamic and diverse group of students who can benefit from their respective professional experience and develop new perspectives and approaches together.

Our "Engineering and Business Management" degree programme is aimed at a diverse target group of bachelor's graduates from engineering degree courses with at least two years of relevant professional experience. Due to the programme's duration of 4 semesters, students with a bachelor's degree with 180 ECTS credits can also be accepted to further deepen their knowledge and skills in this multidisciplinary field.

Admission requirements for the application are:

First academic degree: bachelor's, master's, diploma or equivalent, obtained at a university, university of applied sciences or dual university in a relevant subject such as engineering, natural sciences, computer science or economics
At least two years of relevant work experience to ensure that students have practical experience that they can bring to their studies
Proof of a minimum B2 level of English or equivalent language certificate to ensure students can follow the challenging English language course content.

Focuses

In-depth engineering knowledge in selected areas of mechanical engineering, such as lean management, lean administration, digital design, rapid prototyping, production technology, robots and automation
In-depth knowledge of project management, including PM certification
In-depth knowledge in the field of technology management (patent and trademark law, innovation management, strategy and entrepreneurship)

Other skills you will acquire:

Communicative and analytical skills, both written and spoken
Proficiency in technical and business English (at least level B2) and German (for students from non-German-speaking countries)
Reflective interaction with others and ability to work in a team, especially when dealing with foreign cultures
Interdisciplinary combination of engineering and social science/intercultural skills

The SPO for EBM is in preparation and will be published here soon.

Certificate

A special feature of our degree programme is the opportunity for students to obtain certification in agile project management as a "CAPM Certified Associate in Project Management". This certification not only strengthens their professional skills, but also opens up a wide range of career prospects in a dynamic working environment.

Labs and equipment

An inspiring learning environment awaits you at Furtwangen University's Rottweil Research Center. Our lectures and practical courses take place in the charming town of Rottweil, which is known for its rich history, cultural diversity and lively atmosphere. This location offers a unique backdrop for your studies.

The research center in Rottweil is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities in the fields of coating technologies, rapid prototyping/3D printing and production clean room. Here, our students have the opportunity to put their theoretical knowledge into practice and familiarise themselves with the latest technologies. Application-oriented internships and research projects prepare them in the best possible way for their professional future.

In addition to the academic opportunities, Rottweil offers an ideal balance between urban life and rural idyll. The well-connected town offers numerous leisure activities such as parks, restaurants, cultural events and sports facilities. The proximity to other major cities such as Stuttgart and Zurich also opens up further opportunities for cultural and professional experiences for our students. Welcome to Rottweil – where the best of both worlds are combined.

Graduates of our Engineering and Business Management degree programme are prepared for a wide range of management positions in industrial companies, especially in an international context. They assume responsibility in the areas of development, production and management and contribute to the implementation of innovative solutions and strategies.

Typical activities include:

Leading projects for product development and optimisation as well as process development and production optimisation
Working in interdisciplinary teams to tackle complex technical and business challenges
Using agile project management methods to manage projects efficiently and successfully
Working closely with international partners and suppliers to optimize global production and supply chains

In addition to these tasks, our graduates have a wide range of opportunities for professional development:

PhD opportunities: For graduates who wish to pursue an academic career, there are PhD opportunities in the field of production engineering and rapid prototyping. Renowned research institutions such as the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft (IPA, IAO) offer attractive doctoral programmes. In addition, HFU professors active in the Baden-Württemberg Doctoral Association support graduates on their path to a doctorate.

Further training and specialisation: Our graduates have the opportunity to continuously develop their skills and deepen their specialist knowledge through further training measures and specialisation courses. This enables them to adapt to the changing demands of the job market and maximize their career opportunities.