Business Management BA
Bachelor's Degree Program
The Bachelor’s degree program in Business Management gives you exactly the knowledge you need for today’s workplace–practical, up-to-date, and with real added value. You’ll dive into the most important areas of business administration: management, leadership, digital marketing, accounting, controlling and data, production, and logistics–and apply what you’ve learned directly to exciting projects.
Our faculty members bring a wealth of real-world experience to the classroom and show you how to apply your knowledge right away. You’ll have the freedom to find your own area of focus and specialize in a way that aligns with your goals. Theory, practice, and teamwork go hand in hand. This ensures you’re fully prepared for the challenges of the workplace. You’ll also benefit from international perspectives, sustainability topics, and a flexible schedule that allows you to balance work and study.
Here’s what you can expect:
- A broad-based business education with a clear practical focus
- Targeted development and strengthening of leadership and teamwork skills
- Opportunities for specialization throughout the program
- International perspectives and opportunities to study abroad
- Focus on sustainability and future-oriented topics
- Flexible study model that can be combined with professional experience
Who is Business Management suitable for?
For anyone who understands economic concepts, wants to take on responsibility, and actively help shape companies. An interest in diverse tasks, teamwork, and current economic issues is a good foundation.
Do I have to specialize right away?
No. At the beginning, you’ll receive a broad education in the core areas of business administration. As you progress through the program, you can delve deeper into your areas of interest and develop a personalized skill set.
Why Study Business Management?
This degree program brings together people, markets, data, and numbers. You’ll learn to assess business contexts holistically, make well-informed decisions, and apply your knowledge in practice through projects and a professional internship.
Are you ready to set
new standards in business management?
Then let’s get started right away
and begin this journey together…
Special features of the program
A Clear Focus on Specialization Rather Than “Standard Business Administration”
After completing a solid foundation in business administration, you’ll choose a specific area of specialization—such as (digital) marketing, People & Culture, Controlling & Data, or Production & Logistics. This allows you to develop a personalized skill set even while you’re still in school and prepare yourself specifically for various career paths.
Career Paths with Prospects
This degree program specifically prepares you to launch your career in various areas of business—such as marketing, human resources, management accounting, or logistics. Through specialized coursework and a strong emphasis on practical application, you’ll develop the skills you need to build your professional career step by step.
Hands-On Experience from the Very Beginning
Practical projects, project simulations, and interactions with experienced professionals will guide you throughout your studies. This will allow you to learn how to apply business management methods directly and develop an understanding of the demands of modern companies.
Pursue Your Studies and Gain Professional Experience at the Same Time
This degree program allows you to gain practical experience right from the start and combine your studies with a job. This way, you can gain practical work experience while you’re still in school and apply your knowledge directly in your day-to-day work.
Future-Oriented Skills and International Perspective Integrated
The program combines international perspectives with relevant future-oriented topics such as sustainability and responsible business practices. Through partnerships and optional study abroad programs, you will develop intercultural skills and gain valuable international experience.
Study the modern way. Learn with focus.
The Bachelor’s program in Business & Management at CU Carinthia University of Applied Sciences is based on an innovative study schedule model. Instead of taking many modules at the same time, you focus on just a few courses at a time and complete them right away. This allows for greater focus, better planning, and less exam stress at any given time.
Practice-oriented business education & profile-building specializations
Full-time business & management program: modern study time model
Details about the program
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* Tuition for non-EU/EEA citizens: €500 + €26.20 ÖH fee (per semester)
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the Bachelor’s Degree Program in
“Business Management”
Is Business Management the right major for me?
This degree program is ideal for anyone who wants to understand economic relationships, take on responsibility, and play an active role in shaping businesses. An interest in economic issues, modern technologies, teamwork, and sustainable practices is a plus.
Can I balance my studies and my career?
Yes. The program is designed to allow you to optimally combine your studies with practical work experience. Through clearly structured courses and predictable time slots, you can gain valuable practical experience even while you’re still a student.
What master's programs can I pursue after completing my bachelor's degree?
At CU Carinthia University, for example, you can pursue the English-language Master’s program in International Business Management or the Master’s program in Business Development & Management.
Insights into the Program
Students, graduates, and faculty members share firsthand accounts of the Bachelor’s program in Business Management, everyday life as a student, and their experiences at CU Carinthia University of Applied Sciences.
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During the online information sessions, the program directors or academic directors provide detailed information about the program. Topics include course content, internships, admission requirements, and potential career prospects.
MSc FH-Prof. Mag. Dr. Alexander Sitter
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+43 5 90500 2412
a.sitter(at)cuas.at
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+43 5 90500 2401
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On foot
From the Villach Seebach train station, you can reach the campus in about 20 minutes on foot (1.6 km). The route follows the Drau River to the campus.
By public transportation
The campus is directly accessible from Villach Central Station via bus lines 3 and 8 to the “Technologiepark” stop. From the Villach Seebach train station, you can also reach the campus by taking bus line 8 to the “Technologiepark” stop. The Villach city bus schedules are coordinated with the ÖBB schedules.
By car
Coming from Klagenfurt/Vienna, take the A2 Südautobahn to the Wernberg exit. From there, follow the B83 Kärntner Straße toward Villach for about 2 km, then follow the signs toward Magdalenen See or Technologiepark.
Coming from Salzburg/Munich via the A10 Tauern Autobahn, take the Villach/Ossiacher See exit and follow the B33 Kärntner Straße for about 2 km toward Wernberg/Klagenfurt. Then turn toward Magdalenen See and follow the road to the Technology Park.
There are several free parking spaces right in front of the building, and additional paid parking spaces are available in the surrounding area.
By Plane
There are several airports in the area:
- Klagenfurt: approx. 30-minute drive
- Ljubljana (Slovenia): approx. 1-hour drive
- Graz: approx. 2-hour drive
- Salzburg: approx. 2-hour drive
- Trieste and Venice (Italy): about 2 to 3 hours by car
- Vienna: about a 4-hour drive
- Munich: approx. 4-hour drive
From there, you can continue your journey to the Villach campus by train, bus, taxi, or car.