Global Business and Economics B.Sc.

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

FH Aachen University of Applied Sciences

Program Overview

The Global Business and Economics B.Sc. is a fully English-taught degree designed for students who want to build careers in international business environments where companies operate across borders and require culturally confident professionals. You'll develop expertise in core business disciplines—marketing, finance, accounting, and international economics—while strengthening your English language skills and gaining real-world exposure through optional study abroad opportunities.

Curriculum Structure

First Year: Foundation in Global Business

Your first year establishes the fundamental knowledge you'll build on throughout the program. You'll take core courses like Mathematics for Business and Economics, Principles of Business Law, and Human Resources and Organisation, which give you the quantitative and legal foundations necessary for international business. Alongside these, you'll strengthen your Business English to C1 level and gain practical skills in Information Technology and Fundamentals of Marketing, ensuring you're ready to communicate professionally in English-speaking corporate environments.

Second Year: International Specialization

In your second year, you'll deepen your understanding of global economics and accounting standards. Courses like Macroeconomics and International Accounting (IFRS) position you to understand how multinational companies operate across different regulatory frameworks. You'll also engage with Business Taxation, which is crucial for professionals working in companies with international operations. During this phase, you'll have opportunities to select specialization modules in areas like International Management Training or International Economics, allowing you to tailor your studies to your career interests.

Third Year: Capstone and International Experience

Your final year gives you flexibility: you can either complete your degree in Aachen or choose to spend a semester abroad at one of FH Aachen's 110+ partner universities worldwide to strengthen your intercultural skills and professional network. Whether you stay on campus or study internationally, this year lets you consolidate your knowledge and prepare for entry into the global job market.

Focus Areas

International management, global finance, cross-cultural business operations, international accounting standards (IFRS), and strategic economics in multinational contexts.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates develop the ability to navigate international terrain confidently, work effectively in multicultural teams, understand overarching business relationships in globally operating companies, and apply specialized knowledge in areas like Human Resource Management, Operations Management, or Managerial Accounting.

Professional Alignment

The program equips you for immediate entry into diverse occupational fields at national and international levels. Career paths span multiple industries—from multinational corporations requiring international expertise to organizations managing global supply chains and international partnerships.

Employability & Reputation

FH Aachen's decades-long experience with international study exchange programs, combined with partnerships across more than 110 universities worldwide, provides students with built-in networking advantages and practical preparation for the international job market. Graduates are ideally suited for roles requiring both broad economic knowledge and excellent English communication skills.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At FH Aachen's Global Business and Economics B.Sc., you'll dive into hands-on learning right from the start, building real-world skills in areas like international marketing, finance, accounting under IFRS standards, and business taxation through practice-oriented modules. The program emphasizes practical projects that let you apply what you've learned in team settings, preparing you for global careers with modules like the 15-credit Practical Project in your final semester. You'll also boost your intercultural edge with options for a semester abroad at over 110 partner universities worldwide in your fifth or sixth semester.

Here's how our Business Studies faculty makes experiential learning come alive for GBE students:
- Practical Project (15 credits): Tackle a real company challenge in a group, collaborating on solutions just like in international business teams.
- Semester abroad option: Spend a full semester at one of 110+ global partners to gain intercultural experience and credits toward your degree.
- IT and digital tools training: Hands-on with Information Technology modules, including business software for economics and data analysis.
- Language and social skills labs: Dedicated courses like Business English C1 and Language/Social Competence to practice in simulated international team environments.
- Project semesters available: Choose a mobility semester focused on practical experience or research projects abroad.

This practical focus is why GBE grads are so sought after—imagine walking into job interviews with a portfolio of real projects and global experience. Ready to apply? Check the full facilities and resources for Business Studies here: https://www.fh-aachen.de/en/faculties/business-studies.

Progression & Future Opportunities

At FH Aachen's Global Business and Economics B.Sc., you'll dive into hands-on learning right from the start, building real-world skills in areas like international marketing, finance, accounting under IFRS standards, business taxation, and macroeconomics through practical modules designed for global careers. The program emphasizes practice-relevant knowledge with modules that include tutorials, seminars, and projects, culminating in a major Practical Project worth 15 credits in your final semester—perfect for applying what you've learned in a team setting. You'll also sharpen intercultural skills via options like a semester abroad at over 110 partner universities worldwide in your fifth or sixth semester.

This experiential focus extends to key opportunities and resources tailored for the Business Studies faculty in Aachen:
- Practical Project (76739): A 15-credit capstone in semester 6 where you tackle real business challenges collaboratively, bridging theory and practice.
- Semester abroad: Mandatory option for an extra semester (making it 7 total) at global partners to gain international teamwork experience and cultural immersion.
- Specialization modules: Choose from options like International Management Training or International Economics, often involving group work and case studies.
- IT and digital tools integration: Hands-on with Information Technology (73109) module from semester 1, covering business software and digital business processes.
- Language and social skills training: Modules like Business English C1 (73108) and Language/Social Competence (72805) with practical exercises to boost communication in international teams.

These elements make the program a launchpad for your global career—imagine graduating with a B.Sc. that's 100% English-taught and packed with credentials employers crave. Ready to apply? Head to the official program page and get started before the July 15 deadline.