IU Level-Up! Start your future with a dual study programme
IU focuses on the appeal of the tourism and marketing industry at its Düsseldorf campus
IU International University of Applied Sciences focuses on the appeal of the tourism and marketing industry at its Düsseldorf campus.
Düsseldorf, 4 July 2025. Companies and young professionals alike are facing major challenges: skills shortages, digitalisation, structural change and economic uncertainty. Companies and prospective students can find out how a dual study programme can help on Wednesday, 9 July, at the Düsseldorf campus of IU International University of Applied Sciences.
From 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Germany's largest university will host two rounds of exciting short presentations by regional companies and former dual students. The first round will start at 1:45 p.m., the second at 3:15 p.m. The focus will be on the tourism, business administration and marketing industries. Speakers include JTC Hotelberatung, the event agency ‘D.Live’, the tour operator ‘Phoenix-Reisen’ and the ‘EN-Agentur’ for economic development and tourism in the Ennepe-Ruhr district.
The event will be accompanied by an in-house exhibition. Companies will introduce themselves at meet & greet stands and provide information about dual training positions. Prospective students will gain insights into the diverse career opportunities and study options available and have the chance to talk directly to potential partners.
A dual study programme offers great advantages for both companies and students
A dual study programme pays off for both sides: companies gain qualified specialists at an early stage, whom they can train in a practical manner and retain in the long term. Students, in turn, benefit from a close transfer of theory and practice, financial independence and excellent entry opportunities into their professional careers. As a rule, the dual study programme is free of charge for them, as the practical training company usually covers the costs.
At the ‘IU Level-Up!’ event, both sides can gain first-hand experience from the perspective of companies and students.
The event is free of charge.
Registration is requested.
Registration for prospective students
https://www.iu.de/beratung/veranstaltungen/?eventCategory=IU+Weitere+Veranstaltungen
Registration for companies
https://forms.office.com/e/UE1H9ADttH
Programme highlights
1:30 p.m.: Welcome and opening
1:45–2:45 p.m.: Short presentations by regional companies
accompanied by alumni who work at these companies
2:45–3:00 p.m.: Break
3:15–4:15 p.m.: Short presentations by regional companies (repeat)
accompanied by alumni who work at these companies
Parallel to the stage programme: In-house exhibition
Regional companies present themselves and dual training opportunities.
Speakers
- Jörg Tittnack (JTC Hotelberatung)
- Lilian Petersen (event agency ‘D.Live’)
- Sophie Jütte (‘EN-Agentur’, agency for economic development and tourism in the Ennepe-Ruhr district)
- Prof. Dr. Steffen Spiegel (‘Phoenix-Reisen’, tour operator for cruises, river cruises and trips to the Orient)
Venue
IU International University of Applied Sciences
Düsseldorf Campus
Hildebrandtstr. 24c
40512 Düsseldorf
With nearly 130,000 students, IU International University of Applied Sciences (IU) is the largest university in Germany. The private, state-recognised educational institution, based in Erfurt, began teaching in 2000 and now has 37 campuses. IU stands for maximum flexibility in study: whether through dual study, distance learning or on campus – students from over 160 nations tailor their educational path to suit their individual circumstances. With more than 200 degree programmes at bachelor’s, master’s and MBA level, IU imparts practical skills. Innovative learning concepts foster targeted, future-proof skills for an increasingly AI-driven world of work. A modern, digitally supported learning environment and the use of artificial intelligence enable effective, personalised learning. As a pioneer in this field, IU has developed its own digital learning companion, ‘Syntea’, which has been in use since 2023. A network of over 15,000 companies – including Motel One, Vodafone, AWO and Deutsche Bahn – makes IU a strong partner in the training of skilled workers and consistently links academic teaching with practical experience. Further information at: iu.org
Contact
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