Technical Business Administration Metal Trade, Bachelor of Arts

Distance learning program @ Fresenius University of Applied Sciences 

👉 The distance learning programme in Technical Business Administration for the Metal Trade (B.Sc.) is aimed at individuals interested in the metal trade as well as technical and business management topics. The course content includes business administration, economics, materials science, technical management, digitalisation, as well as trade strategies and legal knowledge. The programme allows specialisation in marketing, process improvement, technical sales, or service management. Special features include practice-oriented laboratory days and cooperation with the associations WGM and VDM, which ensure practical relevance and a sector-specific network. Enrolment is possible every month, the programme is state-recognised, and it concludes with the award of a Bachelor of Science degree. It is also possible to study without a university entrance qualification, provided the applicant has the appropriate qualifications.

At a Glance

🏫 University Fresenius University of Applied Sciences, UAS based in Idstein (Germany)
Fresenius University of Applied Sciences is one of Germany's largest private universities with campuses in Berlin, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt am Main, Hamburg, Idstein, Cologne, Munich and Wiesbaden. It offers practice-oriented bachelor's and master's degree programs in the fields of chemistry & biology, business & media, health & social affairs and design, as well as training and continuing education. Studies are possible on a full-time, part-time and distance learning basis.
🎓 Field of Study Engineering SciencesEngineering Management
📜 Degree Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
⏳ Duration 6 Semesters
🎯 ECTS 180 Credit Points
🌍 Language of Instruction German
📖 Course contents Economics and Management: including business administration, economics, accounting and cost accounting, online business and online marketing, international corporate management; Business Law: German Civil Code (BGB), commercial law, corporate law, labour law; Mathematical and scientific fundamentals; Professionalisation: including self-organised learning, academic working methods, Technical English; Technical Management and Digitalisation: including digital transformation and business models, innovation and technology management, production and logistics with virtual laboratory, materials and product science: materials engineering, manufacturing technology, iron and steel, extraction and processing of metals, non-ferrous light metals, non-ferrous heavy metals, recycling, materials laboratory, machining and technical drawing; Choice of three elective modules: business relationship management, value creation management, leadership and improvement processes, and much more.
📚 Electives Business Relationship Management, Value Chain Management, Management of Improvement Processes, CRS and Sustainable Corporate Management, Technical Sales, Technical Service Management
📍 Location online
📅 Enrollment Anytime
💶 Fees
from 235 € monthly
from 13500 € total
🔗 More Info https://www.hs-fresenius.de

Who benefits from the Bachelor’s degree in Technical Business Administration for the Metal Trade?

The distance learning programme in Technical Business Administration for the Metal Trade (B.A.) is aimed at career starters as well as professionals who wish to acquire or deepen business management and technical skills for the metal trade. It is particularly addressed to individuals from industry, trade, technical project management or logistics who want to specifically qualify for leadership positions, interface tasks or processes in international metal trading. Career changers from related sectors who seek a systematic combination of business administration knowledge with technical expertise will also find a suitable course here.

What formal admission requirements apply?

Several pathways are open to you for admission to the Bachelor’s degree programme in Technical Business Administration for the Metal Trade:

  • General university entrance qualification (Abitur), advanced technical college entrance qualification (Fachabitur) or subject-specific university entrance qualification entitles you to direct admission.
  • With at least two years of completed vocational training and subsequently at least two years of full-time employment in a professionally related area, you may also be admitted – after passing a subject-specific university entrance examination.
  • Graduates of master craftsman exams, technician qualifications or comparable advanced training with at least 400 teaching units can begin the programme after passing the university entrance examination.
  • If you provide evidence of at least three years of vocational training (final grade 2.5 or better), it is possible to start via a study agreement. In this case, 18 Credit Points must be earned in the first semester or 30 Credit Points in the first year of study; if the final grade is worse, the university entrance examination is also required.

Further information and individual assessments by Hochschule Fresenius are possible if your prior education is not fully covered.

You should have an interest in economic and technical contexts and be willing to engage with legal, technical as well as analytical-mathematical issues of the metal trade. Independent working, organisational skills and enthusiasm for digital business models and innovations support your success in the course. Experience in commercial areas, initial technical insights or an affinity for international economic processes are advantageous for self-study and the practice-oriented components. Good communication and English skills will facilitate your access to international content and projects during your studies.

Detailed Study Contents

In the Bachelor's degree programme in Technical Business Administration for the Metal Trade at Hochschule Fresenius, you acquire a combination of business and technical expertise specifically tailored to the metal trade sector. The contents include, among others:

  • Economics and Management: Business Administration (BWL), Economics (VWL), Accounting and Cost Accounting, International Management, Online Business and Online Marketing.
  • Business Law: Civil Law (BGB), Commercial Law, Corporate Law, Labour Law.
  • Mathematical and Scientific Fundamentals to support quantitative methods and technical analyses.
  • Professionalisation: Academic work, self-organised learning, technical English (Technical English).
  • Technical Management and Digitalisation: Digital transformation, innovation and technology management, modern business models.
  • Materials and Product Science: Materials engineering, manufacturing processes, iron and steel science, metal extraction, processing and recycling, non-ferrous metals (light and heavy metals), technical drawing, virtual and classical materials laboratory.
  • Elective Modules: Specialisation in topics such as business relationship management, value chain management, leadership of improvement processes, corporate social responsibility, technical sales and service management.

Six practical laboratory days deepen the theoretical knowledge of materials science. You develop skills to analyse business and value chains, learn to assess the global raw materials trade and are able to link technical, economic and legal aspects in the metal trade.

How is the Distance Learning Organised?

Your studies take place entirely online as distance learning via the learning platform of Hochschule Fresenius. Depending on your available time, you can choose between a full-time model of 6 semesters or a part-time model of 8 semesters. The start of studies is flexibly possible on a monthly basis. The structure of the programme offers a mix of:

  • Self-study with digital learning materials, e-books and interactive elements.
  • Virtual lectures, webinars and online tutorials.
  • Online examinations that can be scheduled flexibly (24/7 exam options).
  • Six compulsory practical days in laboratory environments for materials science, integrating virtual and, if applicable, real laboratory assignments.
  • Individual study support by study coaches and subject tutors.
  • The choice of three individual elective modules for a personal competence focus.

The course progression is designed to meet the needs of working students and allows a high degree of self-organisation and time flexibility.

Career Prospects & Job Opportunities in the Metal Trade

With the Bachelor's degree in Technical Business Administration for the Metal Trade, you qualify for demanding positions at the interface between technology and business in the international metal and raw materials sector. Typical fields of activity include:

  • Purchasing and sales of metals and semi-finished metal products, raw materials procurement
  • Quantitative control, production and logistics
  • Controlling, financial management in raw materials trading
  • Sales, technical sales and service management
  • Value creation management and supply chain management
  • Organisational development, process optimisation and innovation management
  • Positions in international trade, project management in the metal sector

The programme is particularly interesting for individuals aiming to take on leadership roles in industrial wholesale, metal-processing companies, trading firms or corporate group structures.

Study Location-Independent: How the Distance Learning Works

The programme is designed completely online: you use the digital learning platform from any location of your choice. Hochschule Fresenius provides you through the platform access to all study materials, exchange forums and online examinations. The few practical days in the materials laboratory are offered as virtual laboratories or can be attended flexibly on-site at cooperating institutions.

As with all distance learning programmes at Hochschule Fresenius, you have access to a broad network of tutors, study coaches and administrative support. A physical campus visit is generally not required for this programme, as examinations can also be held online.

Costs and Financing Options for the Distance Learning

The fees for the Bachelor's degree in Technical Business Administration for the Metal Trade are regularly 13,500 euros for a standard duration of 36 months, i.e. 375 euros per month. Part-time variants with 8 or 12 semesters are possible, with monthly rates varying accordingly (e.g. 235 euros monthly in the 72-month model). There are no additional one-off enrolment or examination fees; all materials, support and examinations are covered.

  • Monthly discount possible with promotional code
  • Access to e-learning platform, libraries and online materials included
  • Funding options: KfW student loan, BAföG, scholarships (e.g. Deutschlandstipendium), possible support from the employer

Your financial commitments remain manageable thanks to the transparent fee model. Hochschule Fresenius offers you individual advice on study financing personally.

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