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The Central State Office for Distance Learning (ZFU) has approved the course Economics under the number 1110820c. Who benefits from the Bachelor's Degree in Economics via Distance Learning?
The distance learning programme in Economics (B.Sc.) at the European Distance Learning University Hamburg is aimed at professionals who want to systematically expand their economic skills. The programme is especially suitable for individuals who bring practical experience and wish to further their education specifically for leadership positions, project management, or demanding roles in companies, public institutions, NGOs, or consulting firms. The degree course is ideal if you want to understand economic interrelationships, link business and economic aspects, and engage in-depth with current topics such as digitalisation and sustainability.
What are the formal admission routes?
For the Bachelor's distance learning programme in Economics, three recognised admission routes are available to you:
- General or subject-specific higher education entrance qualification (Abitur) or advanced technical college entrance qualification (Fachhochschulreife) entitle you directly to enrolment.
- Without Abitur: You can also be admitted with a completed vocational training of at least two years and at least three years of professional experience as well as passing a university aptitude test.
- Advanced training exams: Subject-specific advanced training qualifications such as master craftsman’s certificate, specialist business administrator (e.g. IHK), state-certified business administrator, or comparable qualifications also allow access, often without additional examination.
Recognition possibilities: Already completed further and continuing education as well as relevant prior study achievements will be reviewed upon application and can shorten the course and reduce fees.
Start is possible at any time, there is no numerus clausus (NC), and the formal assessment of your documents is carried out individually by the university.
Which personal skills are helpful?
You should have a strong interest in economic issues and current social developments. Analytical thinking, affinity for numbers, and structured working are helpful during your studies. Particularly beneficial are independent learning, self-organisation, and a high degree of self-motivation, as the programme is part-time and predominantly digital. Curiosity about topics such as digitalisation, sustainable economy, and interdisciplinary contexts supports your study success. Communication skills and willingness to actively participate in online seminars, group work, and presence phases complete the profile of requirements.
How does the Euro-FH distance learning course in Economics convey up-to-date economic know-how?
In the Bachelor’s degree programme in Economics (B.Sc.), you learn to systematically connect Business Administration (BWL) and Economics (VWL). This prepares you to analyse, evaluate and shape economic contexts for companies and society in a comprehensive way. The central course contents include classical business administration disciplines such as marketing, human resource management, accounting, controlling, finance, operations, and business law. At the same time, you will engage with economic topics such as the global economy, economic cycles, structural and growth policy, environmental economics and sustainability.
A special feature is the integration of current digitisation topics (e.g. digital production, digital technologies and digital work). Through so-called transfer modules, these contents are combined with practical relevance. Added to this are the areas of Advanced Business and International Economics, allowing you to systematically expand your knowledge spectrum with regard to global, digital and sustainable developments.
- Analysing and solving economic problems using scientific methods
- Promotion of digital, analytical as well as interdisciplinary skills
- Evaluation of economic issues from a company and societal perspective
- Understanding economic interrelationships in an international context
Digital learning formats and personal support – among other things through an AI learning companion – are also an integral part of your studies.
How is the process and organisation of the Economics distance learning course at Euro-FH structured?
The Bachelor’s degree programme in Economics at Euro-FH is entirely designed for part-time, flexible learning. You can take every module examination monthly – either online or at one of ten examination centres in Germany. Three two-day seminars are part of the curriculum and are usually held online. The study course is complemented by various digital learning formats such as study booklets, teaching videos, online tutorials, self-tests and podcasts.
The entire study process is organised via a digital campus. Here you get access to all materials in printed, digital and audio format. A special service is the AI learning companion, which supports you at any time with content-related questions. For your individual questions, a personal tutor is available per module.
- Duration of study: 36 or 48 months – individual adjustment of pace possible
- Free extension of studies by 18 or 24 months
- Start of studies possible at any time
- Flexible taking of all examinations – no fixed exam dates
The study model is specially designed for working professionals and people with family commitments.
What career options does the Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Euro-FH open up?
With this degree, you develop into a digitally and economically broadly positioned all-rounder. Graduates are in demand across many sectors, as they can analyse, evaluate and solve economic problems in a practical way. Typical fields of activity for Bachelor graduates include:
- Companies from various economic sectors, e.g. industry, services, trade
- Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) and international organisations
- Politics, administration and public institutions
- Consulting firms, lobbying and think tanks
The degree programme qualifies for both specialist and managerial roles – such as in management, consulting, finance or the digitisation of strategic business processes. The degree provides a solid foundation for further Master’s programmes. Current digitisation topics and international content open up additional perspectives in the areas of Digital Business or International Management.
How is the study location for the Economics distance learning course organised?
The programme is offered by the European Distance and Independent Studies University Hamburg (Euro-FH). The university’s headquarters are in Hamburg. Since this is a pure distance learning course, you can study independently of location and do not need to attend Hamburg regularly in person. Exams can be taken either online or at ten examination centres nationwide. The compulsory seminars usually take place in virtual form, thus minimising travel times.
The digital campus and a variety of online learning offerings enable maximum flexibility in studies and optimal integration into professional life.
What costs and financing options should you expect in the Economics degree programme?
The total costs for the Bachelor’s degree course in Economics at Euro-FH amount to €13,392 for the standard study period of 48 months (monthly €279). For a shortened version of 36 months, the monthly fee may change. Through the recognition of prior achievements such as completed advanced training and further education, savings of up to 50% in terms of time and costs are possible.
- Standard period of study: 36 or 48 months (individually extendable at no extra cost)
- Monthly fee: from €279
- Total costs without individual credits: €13,392
- Free extension of up to 24 months
Financing options include instalment plans, education funds, scholarships and state funding (e.g. BAföG or advancement BAföG). Euro-FH also regularly offers discounts and promotions as well as individual financing advice. Study materials and online services are included in the price as part of the programme.
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