In the specialist subject area within the field of economics, our students develop cross-disciplinary skills in areas such as internationalisation, sustainability, digitalisation and diversity. The programme comprises five sections:

• key and subject-specific core competencies (36 credits)


• quantitative foundations (12 credits)


• interdisciplinary foundations and key competencies (18 credits)


• academic writing with artificial intelligence (3 credits)


• elective modules in economics (24 credits)

Through the compulsory modules, the students gain knowledge of fundamental economic problems and solutions. You will also acquire skills in working with information and communication systems, developing a deeper understanding of digital transformation in the process. Alongside an introduction to business thinking and practice, the 'Business Administration in Action' module enables you to apply your business knowledge directly in a computer-based simulation.

In economics modules, you will develop skills for addressing micro- or macroeconomic issues. You can refine your skillset in line with your interests through a range of optional business specialisation modules. Topics include marketing, sustainability management, controlling, accounting, human resources management, and corporate governance. You will also take your first modules in your second subject.

This section provides an introduction to vocational education and the psychological and pedagogical principles of teaching and learning. You will gain an understanding of the aims and functions of vocational education and training. You will also learn to critically reflect on conflicting objectives and challenges within the system against the backdrop of complex contextual conditions and societal developments. You will develop the skills needed to address current challenges in vocational education and training, such as sustainability, digitalisation, AI, and heterogeneity and diversity.

You will also learn to plan, implement and evaluate educational processes. During the five-week orientation placement at a vocational school, you will gain insight into the wide range of responsibilities of teachers at commercial vocational schools, which extend far beyond the classroom.

These responsibilities include establishing partnerships with businesses for career guidance and training, developing schools as sustainable and democratic places for vocational learning, promoting intercultural competence and mobility within the European labour market through international exchange, and shaping complex digital educational environments. You will observe teaching and learning processes, deliver your own lessons and contribute to the planning of school projects.

During your Business Education degree, you will study a second teaching subject to teach at a vocational school. This could also be advantageous if you later work in a company, as it will enable you to take on interesting and wide-ranging responsibilities. You can choose from the following subjects:

• Political Science


• Computer Science


• Mathematics


• German


• English


• French


• Spanish


• Protestant Religion


• Physical Education

For English, French and Spanish, you will need to provide proof of particular aptitude, such as a language test (see “Study Structure: Module Overview” (PDF)).
Second teaching subjects are offered by other faculties at the University of Göttingen. Some faculties have limited the number of places in these subjects that can be taken by Business Education students. These include:

• Physical Education (15 places in the winter semester and 10 places in the summer semester)


• Political Science (5 places in winter semester and 3 places in summer semester)

There are no restrictions on any other subjects. In total, the Faculty of Business and Economics offers 79 places on the Bachelor's programme in Business and Human Resource Education. Vocational schools particularly welcome subject combinations including mathematics, computer science and Spanish (as of 2026).

The bachelor’s thesis allows you to apply the knowledge and skills you have acquired to address a specific research question within a given timeframe. You can choose to write your thesis in the field of economics, business education, or your second subject. In doing so, you will draw on various skills acquired during your studies, such as analytical and critical thinking, subject-specific knowledge, research methodology skills and the ability to conduct independent academic work.

You will address topics that are either practice-relevant or theory-oriented. If you opt for a Business Education thesis, you will have a wide range of options, including educational policy, business didactics, diagnostic assessment, and vocational education.

You may also evaluate innovation projects at vocational schools, conduct interviews and surveys, or develop new and creative approaches to vocational learning based on learning psychology and didactics. You may also submit your own proposals.

Upon completion of your Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree, you can apply for the Master's programme in Business and Human Resource Education (MEd).

• Recommended study plan (Charts)


• Central allocation of bachelor's theses (in German)


• Studying abroad