Business Information Systems

Caegory of compulsory options

1. The following assignments, credits, performances must be chosen in the caegory of compulsory options in Business Information Systems :
   • in the 90 CP program in the 1st - 3rd semester assignments, credit, performance amounting to 20 CP and
   • in the 120 CP program in the 1st - 4th semester assignments, credit, performance amounting to 30 CP. WIN module list101 KBPDF
2. The following assignments, credits, performances are to be chosen in the caegory of compulsory options Business Administration:
   • in the 90 CP program in the 1st - 3rd semester assignments, credit, performance amounting to 20 CP
   • in the 120 CP program in the 1st - 4th semester assignments, credit, performance amounting to 25 CP. Business Administration, BA module list97 KBPDF
3. The following assignments, credits, performances are to be chosen in the caegory of compulsory options in computer science:
   • in the 90 CP program in the 1st - 3rd semester assignments, credit, performance amounting to 20 CP
   • in the 120 CP program in the 1st - 4th semester assignments, credit, performance amounting to 25 CP. Module list IN101 KBPDF

The special feature of our program for working professionals is that all modules of the respective caegory of compulsory optionscan be chosen individually.

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Standard duration of the degree program

Standard duration of the degree program is 27 months for the 90 CP program and 36 months for the 120 CP program

Blended learning concept and lecture periods

Due to our blended learning concept, contact hours are reduced to a minimum.

• As a rule, a long weekend(Thursday - Saturday) is held in Aalen once a quarter.
• The teaching format is rounded off by supplementary distance and online formats and there are also selected meetings on online platforms (Zoom) to exchange ideas with fellow students and lecturers

In addition, every semester is divided into two terms, so there are only two modules per term at the same time

• Terms in the winter semester:
  • September 01 - November 30
  • December 01 - February 28
• Terms in the summer semester:
  • March 01 - May 31
  • June 01 - August 31

Tuition; tuition fees

• 9,240 € for the 90 CP program (27 months)
• 11,550 € for the 120 CP program (36 months)

Tuition; tuition fees are paid semester by semester in 4 or 5 equal installments (depending on the program).

In addition to these fees, a Semester Contribution of €170 is due every semester (administrative fee €80 + contribution to the Ulm student services organization (Studierendenwerk) €72 + contribution to the constituted student body €18).

Due to professional (and in some cases family) commitments, we aim to keep attendance times to a minimum. Our innovative blended learning concept allows us to reduce the amount of time students need to spend at the university without compromising on the intensity and quality of the learning process.

It is also important that your employer supports you in your endeavours. Anyone who regularly works more than 40 hours per week will quickly reach their limits. However, many companies are very flexible and offer their employees the opportunity to leave early. Your family and friends will also need to support your studies. You will have significantly less time for them than before.

If your employer is located in Baden-Württemberg and you have been working continuously for 12 months, you have the option of applying to your employer for 5 days of paid ‘Bildungszeit’ per year, which will cover a large part of the attendance requirements. Other federal states also have equivalent regulations.

Module handbook SPO 501763 KBPDF

Module handbook SPO 510850 KBPDF

Module handbook SPO 511900 KBPDF

The part-time training courses (Kontaktstudium) serves as preparation for the part-time and continuing education Master's programmes in Business Informatics (WIB). It is aimed at those who are interested in furthering their professional education, earning ECTS credits or pursuing a Master's degree at a later date. 

Registration form Part-time Training Courses179 KBPDF

Information on Part-time Training Courses (German)187 KBPDF

Part-time Training Course regulations136 KBPDF

Registration form for project work175 KBPDF

Request for extension of the project work processing time113 KBPDF

Project work guidelines134 KBPDF

Application for educational time288 KBPDF

Confirmation of recognition as an educational institution302 KBPDF

• Technical interest (in the context of computer science) - You have a strong interest in Information Technologies, how systems work, how software is developed and how data is processed. You are open-minded towards new technologies (e.g. AI, cloud computing)
• Understanding of business administration - An interest in commercial, economical, profitable, financial, cost-effective business models and how to optimize operational processes.
• Analytical thinking - You consist of; have the ability to recognize complex problems and develop solutions. You enjoy analyzing data, recognizing patterns and deriving well-founded decisions.
• Communication and teamwork skills - You often work in multidisciplinary teams and on projects involving planning, administration of resources and timelines.
• An appetite for practical work and innovative questions - Projects, practical questions and practical collaborations are an important part of the curriculum.

• University degree qualifying to enter a profession in Computer Science, Business Information Systems, Business Administration, BA or Business Management (alternatively transfer with at least 20 CP of previous knowledge in Computer Science / Business Information Systems equivalent to a university degree, possibly through a continuing education programme for professionals)
• One year of qualified professional experience after the Undergraduate university degree
• A transfer is possible through proof of previous university-equivalent knowledge or professional experience in the field (of) computer science or Business Information Systems amounting to at least 20 CP.
• In the absence of professional experience or for the Purchasing, acquisition of prior knowledge of up to 30 CP, entry is possible via a continuing educationprogramme for professionals . Information on this can be found under Downloads and Links. If you have any questions, please contact the degree program management.

More information

After completing a Master of Science in Business Informatics, career opportunities are available in all areas of business – in companies or industrial or academic research organisations. Typical activities include:

• Management or leadership positions – e.g. as a management consultant or IT consultant
• Machine learning engineer
• Data engineer
• Business analyst
• Data scientist
• Business intelligence (BI) analyst
• IT project manager
• Software developer

Yes, a semester abroad is possible. The modules taken there do not have to correspond one-to-one with the contents of the schedule of modules; it is sufficient if they passport to the broad discipline of Data Science, Data Science and Business Analytics and correspond to the Master's level. There is also the option of completing a joint degree. There are basically three options for studying abroad:

1. At a partner university of the Department of Business Information Systems
   • ESC Clermont Business School, France (possibility of a joint degree)
2. At a partner university of Aalen University of Applied Sciences
3. At a freely electedinstitution of higher education abroad.

The starting point for studying abroad is always an advisor from the International Center.