Study in Germany
Dual study undergraduate programmes Combine theory with practical training – every week Finish your studies with a Bachelor’s degree and valuable work experience
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Good reasons for studying at iba 11 iba locations with over 1,900 students Dual study undergraduate programmes leading to a Bachelor’s degree – accredited and state recognised Innovative “split-week” model – every week, students spend 20 hours in class and receive 16 to 20 hours of practical training at a company 40 highly qualified professors as well as further highly skilled academic staff Over 500 part-time lecturers with work experience in their field of expertise More than 1,500 cooperating companies nationwide Individual assistance during the application process and throughout the whole time of studies High chance of staying with the partner company at the end of studies Being part of a family-run education institution with more than 30 years of experience in the education sector
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Study in Germany
Welcome to iba, Germany’s largest state-recognised private University of Cooperative Education. We offer the ideal combination of theoretical and practical training and thus enable our students to become qualified specialists through comprehensive professional experience.
Dual study degrees in Germany Dual study programmes combine profound academic education at a university with professional training at a partner company. There are different study models, the most widespread being the so-called “block model” which has alternating phases of classroom training and practical instruction at three months intervals. Shorter intervals of alternation, as in iba’s “split-week” model, offer the advantage of continuity and higher involvement into the work process at the partner company since there are no long absences. The students’ continuous presence throughout the course of their studies makes them a reliable team member right from the beginning and ensure that they receive valuable training ‘on the job’.
For me, choosing the ‘splitweek’ model has been the correct decision. I am always involved in current processes and can voice my opinion on different matters. My company can also entrust me with important long-term projects. For several months now, I have even been managing my own project, which is a great challenge but has also had a tremendous learning effect on me. The work experience will be of great value for my future career prospects.“ Sebastian Döll iba student (started winter semester 2015/16)
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iba’s innovative dual study concept: the “split-week” model With the “split-week” model, the iba offers an innovative concept that is very popular
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with both students and cooperating companies. Each week, students spend 20 hours in class and work 16 to 20 hours at the company. Theoretically acquired course content can thus be directly deployed by the students to solve company-related problems. The “split-week” model offers great benefits: In addition to the swift entry into the workforce, it offers continuous and intensive inclusion in the operational activities of your partner company. This ensures a close linking of theory and practice. At iba, we offer the following undergraduate programmes in the dual system: ‘Business
Studying in the dual study system means linking theory with practice – not only for our students. Our experienced and highly qualified lecturers work in the economic sector themselves and teach theore tical knowledge in a practical and descriptive way, drawing from their work experience.“ Prof. Dr. Frank Maier Academic head of the degree programme ‘Business Administration’
Administration’ (with 12 different specialisations, 6-semester or 7-semester with intercultural skills), ‘Social Pedagogy & Management’ (7-semester), ‘Physiotherapy’ (8-semester, not in “split-week model”) and ‘Engineering & Management’ (in preparation, 6-semester).
Start with German knowledge, C1 level
Regular undergraduate programmes at iba (more information page 6 following)
For international students especially, we plan to implement extended (8-semester) versions of two of our undergraduate courses – ‘Business Administration’ and ‘Engineering & Management’ (scheduled for winter semester 2018/19). This would enable international students to obtain proof of German knowledge at C1 level while studying at a German university and to commence studying at a German university while still possessing basic German knowledge.
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8-semester dual study programmes for international students (in preparation)
Start with basic German knowledge (A2)
1st & 2nd semester earn the German language L (A2 – C1 level) tart with the basic academic content S of your programme at iba
end of 2nd semester ake an official assessment test T of your German knowledge to receive proof of C1
ain work experience related to G your field of studies while working at a partner company
end of 8th semester Finish your studies with a
Bachelor’s degree and valuable work experience
3rd – 8th semester ain admission to 3rd semester with proof G of C1 German knowledge tudy academic subjects at iba to S receive full academic knowledge of your field of study ain work experience while working at a G partner company and practice your skills hands-on
The 8-semester dual study programme can also be entered after having completed 3 – 4 semesters at one of our partner universities abroad. For further information please contact our international office.
Advantages for international students Conditional admission/enrolment with language skills at A2 level Student status from the first semester onwards facilitates receiving a long-term visa Admission before arriving in Germany Enhancing future career prospects by gaining valuable work experience and by establishing a professional network at an early stage High chance of being employed by partner company after finishing studies Integration and practical language immersion in class (theory) as well as at work (professional training) Modularised degree with course-related examinations, fixed timetables and fixed examination plans Short, goal-oriented undergraduate programmes Chance to apply for one-year (60 ETCS) Master’s programmes after acquiring 240 ETCS during B.A. Guaranteed admission to Master’s programme at partner university HWTK in Berlin Chance to practice and improve language skills and knowledge both at university and partner company Good and thorough consulting during all phases of your application and studies iba’s assistence with search for a partner company
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study programmes at iba
Undergraduate programmes at iba At iba, we offer the following undergraduate programmes in the dual system: ‘Business Administration’ (with 12 different specialisations), ‘Social Pedagogy & Management’, ‘Physiotherapy’ and ‘Engineering & Management’ (in preparation). All programmes are accredited and conclude with the Bachelor’s degree. They are open to foreign students once they have obtained the required C1 German language proficiency. The 8-semester programmes ‘Business Administration’ and ‘Engineering & Management’ are currently in preparation and will be open to international students with German language proficiency at A2 level.
study programmes at iba
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (6 semesters or 7 semesters with intercultural skills or 8 semesters for international students*)
Choose one of the following specialisations
iba locations:
Hotel and Tourism Management
Berlin, Bochum, Cologne, Darmstadt, Erfurt, Hamburg,
Food, Beverage and Culinary Management
Heidelberg, Kassel, Leipzig, Munich, Nuremberg
Event, Trade Fair and Congress Management
8-semester programme: first and second semester in Berlin
Marketing Communication / Public Relations
and Heidelberg, starting with third semester, at all iba
Sports Management
locations.
Industry and Commerce Financial Services
Language requirements for international students:
Human Resources / Personnel Services
6- and 7-semester programmes: Proof of German language
Taxation and Auditing
proficiency at C1 level. Students can take preparatory Ger-
Health Management
man courses at a language school, for example at F+U
Real Estate Management
Academy of Languages. For further information, please
IT Management
check www.fuu-languages.eu
Degree:
8-semester programme: Proof of German language profi-
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
ciency at C1 level is only necessary at the beginning of the
IHK (German Chamber of Industry and Commerce) exam-
3rd semester. German courses from A2 to C1 level are
ination possible under certain conditions
included in the programme and will be taken during the first two semesters.
Starting dates and duration: 1st of October: 6-semester and 8-semester programmes 1st of April: 7-semester programme including intercultural focus
ECTS: 6-semester programme: 180 7-semester programme: 210 8-semester programme: 240 (for international students only)
*in preparation, scheduled implementation: 1st of October 2018
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study programmes at iba
ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT
SOCIAL PEDAGOGY AND MANAGEMENT
(6 semesters* or 8 semesters** for international students)
(7-semester programme)
Specialisations:
Degree:
Mechatronics (Systems Engineering)
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Process Management
Additional qualification: Application as state-approved Social Pedagogue/Social Worker may be submitted under
Degree:
certain conditions according to Hessian law. Individual
Bachelor of Engineering (B. Eng.)
guidelines of the different federal states can be different.
Starting dates and duration:
Starting dates:
1st of October: 6-semester and 8-semester programmes
1st of October
1st of April: 6-semester programme
ECTS: ECTS:
210
6-semester programme: 180 8-semester programme: 240 (for international students only)
iba locations: Berlin, Bochum, Darmstadt, Erfurt, Hamburg, Heidelberg,
iba locations:
Kassel, Cologne, Leipzig, Munich, Nuremberg
6-semester programme: Kassel 8-semester programme: first and second semester in
Language requirements for international students:
Berlin, starting with third semester, at iba locations Berlin
Proof of German language proficiency at C1 level. Students
and Kassel.
can take preparatory German courses at a language school, for example at F+U Academy of Languages. For further
Language requirements for international students:
information, please check www.fuu-languages.eu.
6-semester programme: Proof of German language proficiency at C1 level. Students can take preparatory German
* in preparation, scheduled implementation: 1st of October 2018 in Kassel
courses at a language school, for example at F+U Academy
** in preparation, scheduled implementation: 1st of October 2018
of Languages. For further information, please check www.fuu-languages.eu 8-semester programme: Proof of German language proficiency at C1 level is only necessary at the beginning of the 3rd semester. German courses from A2 to C1 level are included in the programme and will be taken during the first two semesters.
study programmes at iba
PHYSIOTHERAPY (8-semester programme)
Degree: Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) plus qualification as state-recog nised Physiotherapist from F+U School for Physiotherapy
Starting dates: 1st of October
ECTS: 180
iba locations: Darmstadt, Heidelberg
Language requirements for international students: Proof of German language proficiency at C1 level. Students can take preparatory German courses at a language school, for example at F+U Academy of Languages. For further information, please check www.fuu-languages.eu.
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Admission requirements For EU applicants (nationals of a member state of the European Union): 1. Proof of university entrance qualification in the student’s home country (e.g. High School Diploma, Matura, A-Levels, Bachillerato). They are verified on the basis of ‘anabin’, a database published by the Ministry of Education and Cultural Affairs of The experience that I gained by taking a dual study degree helped me transition into the workforce very easily. In my company, the NH Hotel Group, I got a good look at the many different facets of business administration and I was furthermore able to put my academic knowledge to a test. After three years of employment at the NH Hotel Group, I was very familiar with the specific processes and, after the completion of my studies, I was offered a position as “Business Travel Sales Assistant”. Larissa Vollrodt iba graduate
the Federal States of Germany. 2. Proof of required German language proficiency (please check the section ‘undergraduate programmes at iba’). Applicants can acquire the necessary German language proficiency at a language school, like F+U Academy of Languages (www.fuu-languages.eu). 3. Work contract (“Praxisvertrag”) with partner company (iba assists students in finding a partner company and already maintains a network of more than 1,500 cooperating companies nationwide). There is currently no admission limit (Numerus Clausus).
For non-EU applicants: 1. Proof of university entrance qualification which iba will check and verify. In case it is not directly accepted, applicants have the opportunity to take a so-called “Fest stellungsprüfung“, an official assessment test for university entrance in Germany. (Different institutions offer preparatory courses for the exam, like F+U Academy of Languages. Visit www.fuu-languages.eu for more information.) 2. A valid visa for study purposes. Conditions for receiving the visa can be found on the website of the German embassy in your home country. In general, embassies ask for proof of acceptance at a German university, good German knowledge as well as proof of sufficient financial resources. Applicants can also apply for a language course visa to take preparatory German classes. Please inquire at your local German embassy. 3. Proof of required German language proficiency (please check the section ‘undergraduate programmes at iba’). Applicants can acquire the necessary German language proficiency at a language school, like F+U Academy of Languages (www.fuu-languages.eu). 4. Work contract (“Praxisvertrag”) with partner company (iba assists students in finding a partner company and already maintains a network of more than 1,500 cooperating companies nationwide). There is currently no admission limit (Numerus Clausus).
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For German applicants/applicants with permanent residence in Germany: 1. One of the following degrees: General higher education entrance qualification (Abitur) Subject-linked higher education entrance qualification (fachgebundenes Abitur) Entrance qualification for studies at universities of applied sciences (Fachhochschulreife) Master Craftsman Diploma (Meisterprüfung) Comparable degrees of vocational training (e.g. business administrator); graduates of technical colleges and of professions in the health, social care or social education sector. Individuals with vocational qualifications can also be granted admission to higher education institutions if they have successfully completed at least two years of professional training and are able to account for their work experience. Should your qualifications be missing from the list, please do not hesitate to contact us. We will be glad to verify your university entrance qualification individually. 2. Work contract (“Praxisvertrag”) with partner company (iba assists students in finding a partner company and already maintains a network of more than 1,500 cooperating companies nationwide). There is currently no admission limit (Numerus Clausus).
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Partner companies
What do students learn in their company for their future professional life? The most distinctive feature is, without a doubt, the generalist education of our students. In the Human Resources (HR) department, for example, our students get to work in all areas related to modern personnel work: management & administration, HR marketing, recruitment, and people & organisational development. This way, we guarantee the best possible training and provide our students the space and opportunity to identify their own personal strengths within the different areas of work. This, in my opinion, is the ideal preparation for the demands and requirements of today’s job market within HR”. Marc Schmidt Expert HR Marketing & Recruiting, Steigenberger Hotels AG
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Further information Funding and compensation Depending on the study programme and location, tuition fees vary between 550 and 595 euros and are generally covered by the partner company (international students in the 8-semester programmes: from 3rd semester onwards) so students do not bear the costs of the programme. Furthermore, partner companies generally pay supplementary compensation. The amount is negotiated individually between the student and the partner company. Differences in funding and compensation at study programme Physiotherapy – further information on our website.
Accreditation and state recognition All iba undergraduate programmes and degrees are accredited and fully state-recog nised. iba Bachelor’s degrees are legally equivalent to any other Bachelor’s university degree and qualify for challenging professional jobs as well as Master´s degrees at any German or international college or university. For further information about more than 1,500 companies cooperating with iba, please have a look at our website. Our academic advisors will be glad to give you an overview of the entire portfolio and current job vacancies within the framework of our dual study programmes in a personal meeting. We can put you in contact with our cooperating companies or, of course, you can look for the company of your choice on your own initiative.
Student advisors from iba provide assistance to prospec tive and enrolled students from the very beginning and every step of their way. During the application process, iba assists in selecting a partner company suitable for your career aspirations and individual plans for the future. Service, however, does not stop when the application process is finished. Your personal advisors will always have their doors open for you and listen to your concerns, whether they are work or study related“. Sandra Ofenbeck former student advisor for iba Munich
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