All classes that are required for graduation are offered in English. Students may additionally choose to select classes from our broad range of electives in German programmes if they wish.
Classes contain online components, but this is not a distance-learning programme.
The following application deadlines apply:
Applicants who completed their secondary education in Germany (Abitur) must apply by 15 July.
Applicants who completed their secondary education abroad must apply by 15 July.
The Bachelor's programme in Business Economics at Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg is an internationally recognised three-year degree programme which provides you with the skills and knowledge needed for a career in an international environment.
The programme allows you to study in an inspiring, international environment with small class sizes and lectures held by German and international professors. The first two years are taught entirely in English and will familiarise you with subjects relevant to both business studies and economics. In your final year, you may choose from a broad range of advanced courses from the English and German curriculum.
Applicants to our programme have a genuine interest in business management and economics and possess an excellent proficiency in English. Additionally, international applicants bring the desire to immerse themselves in a multilingual environment and to benefit professionally from a strong command of the German language by the end of their studies.
The curriculum covers five different fields: business studies, economics, quantitative methods, foreign languages (intensive training), and two general education classes. All these subjects are taught as lectures, seminars, independent research or other projects.
The classes of the first four semesters are compulsory and aim to expose you to the breadth of subjects that constitute the fields of business management and economics. In your final year, you can choose from a broad range of elective classes that reflect your personal interests. Advanced classes are offered on nearly every subject. Whether you want to specialise in accounting, marketing, international trade, health care, or delve into time series and quantitative analysis is entirely your choice.
Our curriculum can be downloaded below or from our website and serves merely as a guideline. Students may complete compulsory classes in their preferred order, i.e., shift the workload between semesters.
A mandatory internship is part of the curriculum and is usually completed during a summer break. It is possible and common for students to spend up to six months on internships to explore their interests and bond with potential employers.
Approx. 250 EUR
The cost of living in Halle is comparatively affordable. Applicants should anticipate total monthly expenses of 600-700 EUR, including rent, food, transportation, health insurance, and personal expenses.
The international office at MLU helps international students obtain access to small scholarships. These do not suffice to fully fund your stay, however, and are typically available only starting with your second year of studies.
Secondary education (Abitur, A-levels, etc.) or equivalent university entrance qualifications
Proof of proficiency in English (TOEFL, IELTS, or equivalent)
We require good command of the English language that is documented by TOEFL (iBT min. 72), IELTS (min. 6.0), or similar test results. For a list of recognised proofs of proficiency, please visit our website.
We do not require any previous knowledge of German. German language classes are an integrated part of the international students' curriculum.
The following application deadlines apply:
Applicants who completed their secondary education in Germany (Abitur) must apply by 15 July.
Applicants who completed their secondary education abroad must apply by 15 July.
Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg
c/o uni-assist e.V.
11507 Berlin
Germany
International students have the option to work as interns at numerous companies in Halle/Leipzig or in the service sector. Outstanding students may also be hired as tutors or assistants by various chairs at the faculty or at the economic research institute located in Halle.
Students typically live either in dormitories or shared accommodation. You can apply for a room in the dormitories upon admission or try to find accommodation on your own. Due to a high vacancy of apartments, it is fairly easy to find affordable accommodation once you arrive in Halle. The best places to check are the bulletin boards in the main building and in the cafeterias. Our tutors from the international programme will also assist you in the search for accommodation.
MLU has a career centre that helps students find internships, part-time jobs, and employers upon graduation.
Despite its name, Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg is a secular university that looks back on a long tradition. It offers a complete range of studies in law, economics, humanities, and the sciences. There are currently more than 20,000 students who are enrolled in nine different faculties. The Faculty of Law, Economics, and Business is the largest faculty with about 5,000 students.
As a student, you have access to many classes offered by other faculties and are encouraged to enhance your understanding of economics and business management with insights from different fields. You can also engage in a large number of extra-curricular activities, ranging from university sports to representing the student body as an elected member of the student council.
The city of Halle is the largest and most densely populated city in the state of Saxony-Anhalt and lies on the banks of the Saale river. It is an important historical and economically aspiring city in the heart of Germany. Since the reunion, Halle has been transformed from a former East German chemistry metropolis into a town of education and sciences. With its university and two colleges, renowned research institutions for economics and biosciences as well as a booming logistics industry, it is one of the thriving cities in the region. The beautiful scenery and parks, which are inviting locations for sports or a barbecue with friends, as well as numerous cafés, bars, and clubs make Halle an attractive place to study.
Halle's rich 1,200-year history is reflected in its large variety of cultural opportunities and architectural monuments such as the Moritzburg and Giebichenstein Castle, the Cathedral, the Halloren and Saltworks Museums and the Franckesche Stiftungen as a UNESCO World Heritage site - to name only a few. These old, intricately restored buildings from different epochs along with attractive, modern architecture make for a unique townscape. As the birthplace of Georg-Friedrich Händel, Halle is also the acknowledged cultural capital of Saxony-Anhalt and a distinctive arts community. The Opera House, the Händel Auditorium, as well as numerous other theatres and stages have much to offer to the inclined audience.
Apart from the local attractions, Halle is a great starting point to do more travelling in Germany. You can easily reach every other city via two major interstate highways, railway or the Leipzig-Halle Airport.
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