Business Administration - Human Resource Management & Leadership

The aim of the BA (Human Resource Management & Leadership) program is to develop a global business graduate with a well-rounded and state-of-the-art HR management and leadership expertise, and a skill set that can be adapted to different business settings. Our program encourages students to delve deep into the dynamics of employee behavior and the impact this has on the functioning of organizations. As such, students will learn to manage a diverse workforce, create employee recruitment plans and training schemes, and devise HR and leadership strategies.

Berlin International is set within the unique Berlin context, which is apart from the seat of many MNCs also a major start-up hotspot in Europe: Our students can thus take their pick in terms of either working for a start-up or multinational corporation after their graduation.

Modern and practice-focused program

Berlin International's learning environment is problem-based and has a strong focus on the applied practitioner approach. We draw on the expertise and professional experience of our diverse staff as well as our local and international firm network to bring theory closer to the actual business practice. We pay attention to employer needs and help our students develop a skill set that is relevant to the challenges of the 21st-century workplace. Interpersonal, intercultural, and analytical skills are all high on our skill development list. We practice these skills by working individually as well as in groups. Our learning environment is friendly, inclusive, and social, which allows us to respond to individual student needs.

An international study program to prepare students for the global job market

The Bachelor's program in Business Administration is taught in English. If you are looking for an international BA program that provides the perfect basis for your future career, by means of equipping you with the state-of-the-art business knowledge and methods, look no further and apply for our Human Resource Management & Leadership program at Berlin International.

Studying Business Administration | Human Resource Management & Leadership provides the perfect opportunity for you to find out firsthand about potential career opportunities in large multinational corporations, startups, and leading consultancy firms. In a practice-driven and motivating learning atmosphere, an internationally experienced team of lecturers and professors at Berlin International encourages you to develop your individual talents and further develop your analytical skills as a future HR management executive.

Project work and practical orientation

Based on a limited number of carefully selected and designed modules in the first year of your studies, you get to cover all major business administration fields, such as foundations of management and marketing, international business, digital business and organizational theory. Simultaneously you get to further develop the all-important practice-oriented business skills, such as team building and conflict management, as well as critical thinking. From the third semester onwards, you then get to really focus on the specific topics of particularly human resource management, organizational leadership, strategic HR management and HR analytics. Additionally, you get to practice negotiating skills and learn to conduct talent management workshops and psychometric assessments. We also help guide your internship journey and thus the overall career preparation.

Together, we conduct business simulations, role-plays, and workshops, as well as discuss current business practices and challenges with members of leading multinational corporations and startups. Our truly international student body enables you to gather diverse perspectives on a number of collaborative projects.

Language requirements

Applicants must provide proof of their English skills: TOEFL 537 (paper-based), 74 (Internet-based), IELTS 6, FCE B. If the applicant's English skills are not sufficient at the point of application, an English language preparatory course (one to two semesters) may be taken at BI.

Academic requirements

• Abitur, Fachabitur or international equivalent (check ANABIN for country-specific regulations or consult us)
• English language skills

If English language skills are not yet advanced enough, an English language preparatory course will be offered.

Enrolment fees

A one-time application fee of 100€ for EU Students and 250€ for non-EU Students

Costs of living

Approx. 700-800 EUR

Job opportunities

Berlin offers ample opportunities for a wide range of student jobs. German language skills are of advantage.

Funding opportunities within the university

Berlin International offers a scholarship programme for excellent students. Three university-internal scholarships are offered to students of the Bachelor's programme in Business Administration: one 50% scholarship and two 25% scholarships. Applications for scholarships are possible after a letter of acceptance has been received. For more information, please check our homepage or contact the Student Affairs Office.
http://www.berlin-international.de/en/admission

Arrival support

Arrival support can be organised if needed.

Services and support for international students

International students are assisted by our Students Affairs Officer with general, non-academic issues. An Internship Office assists students in finding fitting internship possibilities in Berlin or elsewhere (also internationally). Due to our excellent staff-student and professor-student ratio, each student will have the opportunity to receive help and assistance in academic and non-academic matters, if required. Cultural events and trips to get acquainted with Berlin and Germany are organised by the BI team. If students choose to live in the apartments provided by the university, English-speaking staff are available.

Accommodation

Accommodation in single or double, fully equipped student apartments can be arranged. The building complex is situated in a quiet and safe residential area in south-west Berlin. The apartment building is well connected via the public transport system to the main campus and to all parts of the city. English-speaking staff are available.