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DUAL STUDY PROGRAMM

Business administration

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The Profession

Our dual study program in Business Administration (BWL) combines the strengths of studying at the renowned Bremen University of Applied Sciences with the benefits of training at a leading global commodity company. Over seven semesters, you will learn the fundamentals of business administration as well as specific theoretical and practical knowledge. The practical training takes place at Glencore Nordenham.

About the Training Program

With us, you will gain experience in areas such as procurement, sales, finance and accounting, controlling, and human resources. You will receive in-depth insights into the complex operations of our company. Experienced professionals will prepare you for the professional demands, allowing you to actively participate in daily business activities and take on additional project tasks.

The standard duration of the program is 3.5 years. Midway through the dual study program, you can take an IHK certification exam in your chosen field. The program concludes with the attainment of a Bachelor’s degree.

We expect you to have a high school diploma (Abitur) with good performance in subjects such as mathematics, german, english, and possibly economics. Additionally, you should demonstrate a strong willingness to learn, the ability to work independently, flexibility, and an interest in business.

What to expect!

  • A Study Program Focused on You

  • Engage in diverse tasks and projects that combine theory with practice.

  • Explore various deployment and development opportunities.

  • You have dedicated contacts available to support you throughout your training.

  • Complete an additional training as an industrial clerk with IHK certification.

  • Flexible Working Hours

  • Coverage of Study Fees and Above-Average Salary: Study fees are covered along with an above-average salary.

  • Holiday and Christmas bonuses, and other tariff-based one-time payments
  • Company pension scheme and pension-related benefits
  • 30 days of vacation per year
  • Apprentice E-Bike
  • Company fitness program
  • Opportunities for further education

Course of study

  • Business Administration I
  • Business Mathematics
  • Economics I
  • External accounting
  • Business English I
  • Business Adminstration II
  • Business Statistics
  • Economics II
  • Internal accounting
  • Business English II
  • Business Administration III
  • Business Administration IV
  • Business Informatics
  • Taxes
  • Business Law I
  • Business administration V
  • Business administration VI
  • Dimensions of Business
  • Scientific work
  • Business Law II
  • Preparation of the intensive practical phase
  • Intensive practical phase
  • Follow-up of the intensive practical phase
  • Focus A and B
  • Bachelor project
  • Bachelor thesis

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