We place particular emphasis on providing you with the necessary "tools of the trade" for your academic career. It all starts with the "scientific foundations and methods". We start with mathematics and statistics, which provide you with a solid foundation for many subjects in business administration, economics and electrical engineering. Don't worry, we will support you in mastering these subjects, which are often perceived as difficult, and teach you the joy of applying them in the world of business. But that's not all, because we also want to introduce you to the fascinating world of data science. Here you will learn how to extract valuable information from large amounts of data and derive practical recommendations for company management. With this knowledge, you will be able to master real challenges in the business world and develop innovative solutions.

To make your training holistic, we will also train you in the areas of scientific theory and soft skills. These skills are invaluable for your personal development and your future career. You will not only be well prepared professionally, but also trained to become critical thinkers and empathetic team players.

Teaching the basics of business administration and economics through varied lectures, practical exercises and personal tutorials in the fundamentals of economics. Three important areas of business administration are covered:
 

Business Administration I: Accounting & Finance: Here you will learn the basics of cost and revenue accounting as well as financial reporting. Investment and financial accounting are also part of the program.

Business Administration II: Management: This area gives you an introduction to the management of companies. You will become familiar with topics such as organization, strategy, marketing, personnel management and digital transformation.

Business Administration III: Intelligence, Logistics & Operations: This part is more mathematically and methodically oriented and includes an introduction to production control processes, logistics, operations research and business informatics.

The two basic economics modules offer you a fascinating insight into how the economy works at different levels. In microeconomics, you will gain an overview of the structure of markets and how prices for goods are formed. You will also learn how decisions are made by companies regarding their market entry and how this affects overall economic welfare. In macroeconomics, on the other hand, you will learn the basics of national accounts. Here you will learn how macroeconomic variables such as employment (unemployment) and inflation are determined. In addition, macroeconomic development patterns such as business cycles and growth are analyzed.

Civil and company law form an important basis for entrepreneurial decisions. Here you will familiarize yourself with the legal aspects that are of great importance to companies.

These exciting modules provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the economic context and prepare you to make well-founded decisions in the business world. The knowledge you acquire will help you to master the complex challenges of the business world and become a successful entrepreneur or expert in the field of economics.

Building on this, you have the opportunity to choose your three specializations from four exciting profile areas - this means you can design your studies entirely according to your interests! And within these areas, there are even more options open to you to deepen your knowledge of the topics that fascinate you the most.

Take a look at the profile areas we offer that build on the basics:

• Accounting & Finance
• management
• Intelligence, Logistics & Operations
• Economics and Sustainability

In each of these profile areas, you will find versatile modules that will help you to deepen the basics and expand your knowledge. You can expect interesting content that will enrich you on your academic path. From the winter semester 2024/25, a fifth profile area, "Data Analytics", will be available to choose from.

One of the profile areas will be particularly exciting, as you will complete a seminar in which you will write a paper and give a presentation. This is a great opportunity to apply and reflect on your knowledge in a practical way.

In the technical part of the degree program, you can expect a comprehensive and sound education in the fundamentals of mechanical engineering, which will prepare you for a versatile and exciting career in this engineering field. This part of the course offers a wide range of lectures and practice-oriented exercises that will provide you with in-depth knowledge of mechanical engineering principles and techniques.

In the lectures on the elements of engineering mechanics, you will learn the fundamentals of forces, movements and structures that are central to the design and analysis of mechanical systems. Thermodynamics will give you an understanding of energy conversion and transfer in technical processes, an essential concept for mechanical engineering.

Materials science enables you to understand the properties and behavior of materials, which must be taken into account when selecting and designing machine components. The lectures on machine elements deal with the basic components and connecting elements used in machine design.

An important aspect of the course is descriptive geometry and technical drawing, which enables you to create technical drawings and visualize complex geometries, which is essential for the design and manufacture of machines. The introduction to production engineering shows you the various production processes and techniques used in industrial manufacturing.

In addition, you will have the opportunity to further deepen your knowledge in specific areas. You can focus on Electrical Engineering for Mechanical Engineers to deepen your understanding of the electrical and electronic aspects of mechanical engineering. Thermodynamics II expands your knowledge of thermodynamic processes and their application in machine design.

The lectures on design theory deal with the advanced design principles and methods used in the design of complex machines and systems. Fluid mechanics enables you to analyze and optimize the flow of liquids and gases in technical applications. Virtual Product Development introduces you to modern computer-aided techniques that allow you to virtually design and simulate machines and products before they are physically manufactured.

In addition to the seminar paper, you will write two further academic papers, the study project and the Bachelor's thesis. The study project allows you to apply the theoretical knowledge from the lectures in real projects. This allows you to test and deepen your skills and knowledge in a concrete context. The study project usually involves teamwork. Your Bachelor's thesis will then show whether you have learned to work scientifically. The Bachelor's thesis is written during the last semester of your studies. You have to present and defend your Bachelor's thesis in a colloquium. You can either write your study project in the field of informatics and your Bachelor's thesis in the field of economics or vice versa.

For the Bachelor's degree programs in Industrial Engineering and Management in the fields of

• Mechanical Engineering
• Energy and Process Engineering
• Electrical Engineering  

a 6-week basic technical internship is required as a prerequisite for admission to the course. The internships must be completed by the end of the 4th semester.

The six weeks can be completed at different times and at different companies. Internships can be found at almost all companies that offer apprenticeships. Internships must be sought independently.

Internship reports, certificates etc. are not required. The internship certificate must be submitted to the Dean's Office (Building 42, Room 126).

If it is not submitted by the end of the 4th semester, admission will be withdrawn.

Form:

Proof of internship Bachelor - Business Administration and Engineering

We would like to point out that certain language skills are required for your studies with us. It is important that you have sufficient active and passive English language skills. This is required in order to read English-language specialist literature, take part in courses in English and also complete written coursework and examinations in English.

If you have not obtained your study qualification at a German-speaking institution, we ask you to provide proof of sufficient German language skills before starting your studies. The exact requirements and regulations can be found in the RPTU enrolment regulations.

It is very important to us that you are as well prepared as possible for your studies and have the necessary language skills. If you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.

A Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering with a specialization in mechanical engineering will open many doors for you in the world of work. You will be able to combine your technical skills in mechanical engineering with business know-how. Some examples of where you can contribute:

Production and operations management: your knowledge of business administration and mechanical engineering makes you an ideal candidate for positions in production and operations management. You could optimize manufacturing processes, monitor quality assurance and increase efficiency.

Project manager in industry: You could lead projects in mechanical engineering and production, from concept development to implementation. You would be responsible for planning, resource management and on-time execution.

Supply chain management: Your skills could be used in supply chain optimization. You could ensure the smooth flow of material procurement, production and logistics.

Technical sales and marketing: As an industrial engineer with a mechanical engineering background, you could sell technical products and convince customers of the benefits. Your technical understanding would enable you to communicate complex information in an understandable way.

Quality management: You could specialize in the quality assurance of products and processes to ensure that the highest standards are met and customers are satisfied.

Product development and design: Your knowledge of mechanical engineering could be used in product development and design, be it in the conception of new products or in the optimization of existing designs.

Technical consultant or consulting in industry: You could work for consulting companies to develop technical solutions for companies, optimize processes and support efficiency improvements.

Sustainability management: Your knowledge in industrial engineering could be used in the development of sustainable practices and processes to promote environmental and social responsibility in companies.