Distance learning program Business Law (LL.B.) – Euro-FH

Who benefits from the Bachelor's distance learning course in Business Law (LL.B.)?

The distance learning course in Business Law (LL.B.) at Euro-FH is aimed at working professionals and prospective students who want to combine a solid legal qualification specifically with economic skills. The programme is particularly suitable for people who want to take on legally sound tasks in companies, law firms, auditing or consulting – for example in human resources, marketing, sales, controlling, finance or tax departments. The course can also be an option for career changers without a traditional legal background as well as for graduates of advanced training courses looking for professional development.

What are the formal admission requirements?

To access the Bachelor's degree in Business Law (LL.B.) you must meet one of the following requirements:

• General higher education entrance qualification (Abitur) or advanced technical college entrance qualification (Fachabitur) in accordance with §37 para. 1 of the Hamburg Higher Education Act
• Professionally qualified persons without Abitur with a successfully completed subject-specific advanced training examination relevant to the course of study (e.g. master craftsman, specialist) and a subsequent advisory interview
• Professional training and at least one year of practical professional experience or continuous practical professional experience of at least twelve weeks – preferably with a legal or business-related focus

Further admission possibilities exist through the recognition of prior achievements, such as IHK qualifications, state-certified business economists or previous academic credits.

For a successful course of study, you should have an interest in legal and economic issues. Analytical thinking skills, a structured way of working and perseverance in self-study are essential. You should enjoy arguing, problem-solving and working with legal texts. Knowledge of English is helpful, especially for modules on international business law and Legal English. Self-responsible time management and motivation for independent learning are indispensable in distance learning.

How does the distance learning course in Business Law convey content and skills?

In the distance learning course Business Law (LL.B.) at Euro-FH, you acquire an interdisciplinary education that combines around 60 % legal, 30 % business administration and 10 % cross-professional key qualifications. The study content is based on the standards of the Association of Universities in Business Law and covers basic as well as advanced topics from law and economics. A special feature is the opportunity to set a focus through elective modules:

• Human Resources: Employment and labour law, organisation and personnel administration
• Tax and Audit: Tax law, accounting, financial statement analysis and auditing
• Marketing and Sales: Contract law, trademark law, sales and international marketing
• Financial Services: Financial market regulation, banking law, investment law

Cross-disciplinary subjects strengthen digital skills, presentation and communication abilities as well as project management. English-language modules such as “American Law and Legal English” prepare students for international legal applications and convey legal terminology in business English. Access to beck-online supports independent work with legal sources and current case law.

How is the course progression organised in the distance learning Business Law programme?

The course is designed as a flexible distance learning programme and can be completed in 36 months (full-time) or 48 months (part-time). You can start at any time and benefit from a modular structure:

• The teaching materials are provided in multimedia format (printed, digital, audio versions, webinars, tutorials and self-tests).
• You can choose to take exams online or at one of ten exam centres in Germany – monthly appointments allow maximum flexibility.
• Five 2-day seminars, one online seminar and a 14-day international seminar at a partner university abroad complement the online phases.
• Each module concludes with an examination task (written exam, term paper, presentation); supervision is provided personally by tutors as well as by the AI learning companion KILEA.
• A free extension of the supervision period by up to 24 months is possible if you need more time.

By crediting prior achievements, you can shorten the duration of study and reduce fees. A four-week trial study period is possible.

What career prospects does the Bachelor in Business Law open up?

Graduates of the Bachelor’s degree in Business Law find a wide range of professional opportunities at the interface of law and economics. Typical areas of deployment are:

• Corporate management and strategic decision-making support
• Legal and human resources departments of companies
• Marketing, sales and product management
• Procurement of legal services
• Clerical work and support in law firms and auditing companies
• Financial advisory services and financial service providers

With the Bachelor of Laws, you can also qualify for admission to a master’s degree and meet the requirements to reduce the practical professional period for the tax advisor examination (to two or three years – depending on the standard period of study).

Where does the course take place and how is it organised spatially?

The distance learning programme is conducted entirely online and enables location-independent learning. All teaching materials, self-tests, webinars and exam dates are digitally accessible. Attendance seminars and examinations can be taken at ten exam centres nationwide. In addition, a 14-day international seminar at a partner university abroad offers insights into international legal and economic systems. Communication and course organisation take place via the central online campus and the “Mein Campus” app.

What costs and funding options should you expect for the Bachelor in Business Law?

The tuition fees amount to 279 € per month, which corresponds to a total of 13,392 € for a standard period of study of six years (according to provider information). In the compressed full-time model or with crediting prior achievements, the total amount is reduced. Free extensions of the supervision period (up to 24 months) are provided. There are various payment models starting at 209 € per month and numerous funding opportunities, including BAföG as well as other public and private funding programmes. The individual crediting of prior achievements can significantly reduce time and costs.