

Distance Learning Further Education
Betriebswirt:in (IU)*
*Translated: Business Economist (IU). Language: Only available in German.
Become a Business Economist in 18 months – even without A-levels!
Start your Further Education Business Economist (IU) today
The goal of the Business Economist (IU) programme is to provide you, as an aspiring professional, with a broad foundational education in the field of business administration. Alongside scientific and practice-oriented expertise, we’ll also equip you with social skills and interdisciplinary qualifications.
Want to deepen your knowledge even further? No problem! The content of this programme, as well as the fees you’ve already paid, can be credited as extracurricular achievements towards the bachelor’s programme “Betriebswirtschaftslehre” at the IU International University of Applied Sciences. The prerequisite for this is a university entrance qualification.
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Learn innovatively
State-recognised
Your study programme summed up
Study programme & degree
Further Education (IU)
Language: de
Duration & extension
Standard: 18 months
Various time models
Starting date flexible at any time
Study fees
From €259 per month, depending on the time model chosen
Recognition & Approval
Possible with or without A-levels
Recognition & Approval
Programme is state-approved, accredited & internationally renowned, 90 ECTS - DE: AR-Siegel, ZFU: 282115
Apply now and begin your studies soon— or choose any starting date that suits you. You can try us out for 1 month without commitment. We only charge you for this month if you continue with us.
Course overview
With the training programme in Betriebswirt:in (IU) at IU International University of Applied Sciences, you have the chance to enhance your knowledge and gain business administration expertise. Additionally, your certificate provides you with an academic qualification, serving as a career booster for starting or advancing your professional journey. The content of this training programme, as well as the tuition fees you've already paid, can be credited towards the bachelor's programme Betriebswirtschaftslehre at IU as external achievements. For this, a university entrance qualification is required.
Please note that successfully completing this programme does not automatically grant you a university entrance qualification for further studies!
Specialisations
In the third semester, you choose two specialisations from the functional and industry-specific specialisations.
Take a look at our sample course schedule today!
Your career opportunities as Business Economist (IU)

Your career opportunities
The certificate as "Betriebswirt:in (IU)" serves as a stepping stone for career changers or anyone looking to expand their current knowledge. Employers are highly receptive to this type of training and value the dedication to acquiring knowledge alongside your career.
If you want to further enhance your qualifications after completing the programme, the tuition fees you’ve already paid and your completed achievements can be credited as external achievements towards your bachelor's programme "Betriebswirtschaftslehre" at IU International University of Applied Sciences.
Study model and prices for the online Further education's study programme in Betriebswirt:in (IU)
US$463
monatlich
US$399
monatlich
US$300
monatlich
Free trial month*
Opportunities to exchange with teachers and fellow students
Study and career coaching
Online library with 60,000 E-books and access to Statista
Access to over 14,000 courses and 1,800 video tutorials via LinkedIn Learning
Access to MS Office
Eduroam internet access at over 20,000 locations worldwide
Personal AI study assistant Syntea
Free extension for up to 12 months
Do you still have questions?
Our free student advisory service has all the answers for you! We take the time to advise you individually and without obligation.
Admission requirements
We make it possible: At IU International University you can start your desired study programme - without NC, state-recognised, with or without a general A-level!
Apply now and begin your studies soon— or choose any starting date that suits you. You can try us out for 1 month without commitment. We only charge you for this month if you continue with us.
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