Programme
Bachelor in Business Administration
KLU, one of the top 5% of business schools worldwide (AACSB-accredited), is your launchpad for a future-proof career in any industry you dream. Our BSc in Business Administration gives you far more than core business skills: you develop KLU’s unique Operations Mindset – critical, data-driven and action-oriented, ideal for the fast-changing, AI-driven economy. You’ll study fully in English in small classes with classmates from across the world, enjoying a vibrant campus life that’s both fun and full of purpose. Student clubs, events, and close faculty support create a meaningful community where you build friendships and networks that last well beyond graduation. Choose from four specializations – Digital Management & Innovation, International Management, Supply Chain Management or Sustainable Management – to sharpen your profile. An integrated internship and semester abroad give you hands-on experience and a global perspective, while KLU’s strong employer ties help you move confidently into top master’s programs or the job market. Whether you dream of building your own business, you aspire to work for a top company or you decide to keep diving into a specific topic with further education, our BSc in Business Administration is the perfect foundation for your career
KLU's Operations Mindset:
The Operations Mindset is a unique skillset (rooted in our logistics heritage) that allows anyone to approach any challenge with the strategic and pragmatic vision of a leader. This mindset empowers you to “get things done”, enhancing your problem-solving skills by rigorously analyzing the situation and coming up with effective and innovative solutions that can be implemented, even in a fast-paced environment. The Operations Mindset encompasses many skills that are key to moving projects forward, such as strategic thinking, data-driven decision-making (“Head”), open mentality, quick adaptability, strong cooperation (“Heart”), & a hands-on approach (“Hand”).
Why Study Business Administration?
- Unique Approach to Business: develop an Operations Mindset, a unique skill set that will make you stand out from the crowd and give you an advantage in the future business world.
- Small Classes, Big Impact: This is your chance for a smooth transition into university. Benefit from a close community, and hands-on innovative learning with the newest technologies, including AI.
- Truly International: Our BSc in Business Administration is one of the few in Germany taught 100% in English. With a diverse campus, over 100 destinations for your semester abroad, and our international hub in Saigon, you’ll be ready to launch a global career.
- Ready for the AI Era: Our program combines cutting-edge technologies, including AI tools and projects, with an Operations Mindset and specialization options: giving you a competitive edge over other graduates.
- Future-proof Career: At KLU, you’ll get top-notch career guidance from day one through our career skills course, your integrated internship, and student consulting projects.
Why Study at KLU?
- Recognized Excellence: Study at one of the top business schools worldwide, AACSB-accredited university, globally recognized for its quality and its student satisfaction.
- Global Scope: Benefit from the connections that a university in full expansion offers you. With two strategic locations in Hamburg, Germany, and Saigon, Vietnam, and soon expanding to Africa and Latin America, KLU broadens your opportunities to develop an international career.
- Powerful Network: Get a head start in your career thanks to our connections to leading companies such as Accenture, Deloitte, McKinsey & Co., Spotify, P&G, and Unilever.
- Outstanding Faculty: Learn directly from top researchers, with strong ties to their industries and to research projects in cooperation with institutions such as Columbia Business School, MIT, ETH Zurich, and INSEAD, among others.
More than a Study Program: Life Beyond the Classroom.
Your adventure at KLU goes beyond studying your program. University life is about the community and the experiences that shape you and your future. KLU offers a vibrant and inclusive environment where students connect through memorable events, international celebrations, and a wide range of student clubs. These clubs are much more than a social tool. In them, you get to put your leadership, teamwork, and organizational skills into practice and work on projects that are meaningful to you (sustainability, female empowerment, business development, inspirational talks, etc.). And if you have a business idea, the Entrepreneurship & Innovation Hub will help you turn your vision into reality. Cherry on top, during your semester abroad, you can live unforgettable experiences and build lifelong friendships around the world. From TEDx talks and consulting projects to sports, debates, and networking events, KLU life is both fun and meaningful. You’ll graduate with a degree, and also with a global network and memories that stay with you for life.
Interested? Just contact us at study@klu.org – we’d love to hear from you and help you get started!
Check out our Summer Open Day, and other events at klu.org/events to get a taste of what studying with us is like!
Career Prospects
Prepare for a Job With Purpose
At KLU, we’re here to help you launch a successful career with a full range of services designed to give you the competitive edge:
- Pursue and manage your professional goals with our unique systematic and strategic Career Skills Course.
- Benefit from 1:1 consultations with our professional career coaches.
- Learn from high-profile industry professionals in practice-oriented guest lectures.
- Take advantage of exclusive networking opportunities and participate in on-campus recruiting events.
- Connect with alumni through Alumni career talks and our alumni portal.
- Access exclusive internship and job offers.
- Showcase your skills in our annual CV book, which is sent to top employers before graduation.
And the best part? All of these career services are fully integrated into your curriculum! Read more about our career development program in this article.
KLU’s Career Services provide valuable resources and opportunities to connect with top companies and organizations in the field.
Let us help you achieve your career goals and reach new heights!
Curriculum
- Courses in management/economics, and personal skills
- Two profile lines: human and environment or data and systems
- Four profiles: international management, sustainable management, supply chain management or digital management and innovation
- Optional intensive track with a higher workload and additional practical training
- Exchange semesters with partner universities, more information at International Office page
- Three-month internship
- Bachelor’s thesis (3 months)
Courses:
Consumer Behavior
Corporate Finance
Corporate Social Responsibility and Business Ethics
Corporate Strategy and Internationalization
Data Analytics and Visualization
Deep Dive Business Challenge
Digital Economy
Empirical Research Methods
Fundamentals of Accounting
Fundamentals of Management and Strategy
Human Resource Management
Innovation and New Business Ventures
Intercultural Communication and Management
International Business Law
International Finance
International Financial Accounting
Introduction to Digital Management
Inventory and Warehouse Management
Logistics and Supply Chain Management Fundamentals
Macroeconomics
Management Science
Marketing
Mathematics for Business and Economics
Microeconomics
Nonprofit Management
Operations Management
Process Analytics and Automation
Programming with Python
Seminar
Statistics
Supply Chain Strategy
Sustainable New Product Design and Design Thinking
Sustainable Supply Chains
Transportation Management
Admission Requirements
Admission Requirements
- High school diploma/school leaving certificate (qualifying you for admission to German universities).
- Proof of English proficiency – It's not that difficult. Check out our various option
- Interview – Meet with our admissions team and faculty members.
- There may be additional requirements for applicants from specific countries – feel free to inquire.
Haven’t received your school leaving certificate yet? No problem! You can submit a transcript of records with your grades so far and provide the final certificate later.
Application Deadlines
Early Bird & Standard Application Deadlines
- Start of application period: November 1
- Recommended application deadline for international applicants: March 31
- Final Application deadline for international applicants: May 31
- Final Application deadline for European applicants: July 15
We recommend submitting your application as early as possible. Fully completed applications received by January 15 qualify for a 10% Early Bird discount on total tuition fees. More information can be found on our website.
Admission Process
We require an application fee of €50 for all applicants.
Important Note for Non-EU Applicants:
Studying abroad is exciting and offers incredible opportunities for your personal development and career. But organizing everything takes some time. So, please apply early – and profit from our Early Bird discount (see Early Bird & Application Deadlines)! Please note that the visa process can take up to two months after your application is accepted.
Alternative Preparation Program
Business Foundations Program (Studienkolleg)
Depending on your high school curriculum or course combinations, you may need to complete our 1-year Business Foundations Program (Studienkolleg) before starting the Bachelor’s in Business Administration. If you’re unsure, feel free to reach out to us at study@klu.org.
You can apply for the Business Foundations Program at our online application portal.
