Business Administration
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- MINOR SUBJECT
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It is possible to choose Business Administration as a minor subject.
Understanding the economy. Shaping the future.
The Business Administration study program provides a solid foundation in the core disciplines of modern economics. You will gain a solid foundation in business administration – from management, marketing, and finance to organizational studies, economics, and quantitative methods.
Current economic developments and changes in the business environment are systematically monitored, analyzed, and addressed. You will learn to analyze economic processes, business models, and decision-making structures in a changing environment and to make well-informed business decisions.
This program prepares you for a wide range of roles in companies, organizations, and public institutions, and equips you to actively shape economic developments.
Good to know
- This study program opens the door to a wide range of career opportunities in companies, the service sector, and startups.
- Flexibility in your studies: Choose your own areas of focus, such as management, controlling, or digital business models.
- Stuttgart is a place where innovation and economic stability come together – offering numerous practical and career opportunities.
- Excellent location: The City Center campus is close to the main train station, offering short distances and a vibrant atmosphere.
- Buddy or mentoring program: The International Office offers two support programs to international students who are about to start their studies at the University of Stuttgart. Click here to find out more!
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- Preparatory mathematics course and targeted introductory modules help students get started
- Our mentoring program helps new students settle in at the university
- Personalized guidance instead of bureaucracy: Direct access to support throughout your studies.
- Our digital study program management team provides personal support with questions about modules, examinations, and your study progress.
- The Business Administration study program includes a semester abroad during the fifth semester. Find out more about your options!
- Use your time wisely: Careful planning lets you study abroad without extending your study program.
- Semesters abroad can be seamlessly integrated into the curriculum, as the program structure offers flexible elective modules.
- Support from the study program management in planning, choosing a partner university, and getting courses recognized.
- In the Master’s program, there is the opportunity to earn two master’s degrees through a double-degree program with the University of Bergamo.
Business Administration (Minor Subject)
Business Administration can also be studied as a minor in the Bachelor's study program at the University of Stuttgart. The course load is significantly lighter than that of a single-major bachelor's program.
In the Business Administration Minor study program, you focus on the fundamentals of business administration. The minor covers topics such as accounting and finance, marketing, management, logistics, business informatics, and legal foundations.
The Business Administration minor is only available alongside a major in the humanities or social sciences.

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