Bachelor 1 subject

Management and Economics, Bachelor 1 subject

  • What kind of goods should enterprises manufacture and what should the selling price be?
  • How does one coordinate team work among thousands of employees in large corporations?
  • Which kind of data do executive staff require to identify and solve problems?
  • Which are the advantages and hazards of globalisation?
  • How can successful commercial operations be reconciled with environmental protection?
Janina Knappstein

Our professors know how to communicate a rather dry subject manner in an entertaining manner and with plenty of practical examples.

– Janina Knappstein, Master's degree
Ganzes interview

Steckbrief
Abschluss
Bachelor of Science
Beginn
Winter- und Sommersemester
Dauer
6 Semester
Unterrichtssprache
German
Admission
Restricted
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Worum geht's?
Dieser Studiengang ist einzigartig, weil ...
it provides an understanding of both political economics and business management as well as of substantial methodological competencies.
Er bietet eine Vertiefung in den Bereichen ...
  • Taxes/Auditing
  • Environmental economics
  • Marketing/sales
  • Development economics

On the faculty page you will find all important information about the Bachelor's degree programs of the Faculty of Business Administration and Economics as well as all important information about the application procedure and the start of studies.

Studienverlaufsplan
Modulhandbuch
Zu wem passt's?
Wer diesen Studiengang studieren möchte,
have:
  • good analytical skills
  • basic grasp of English

enjoy:

  • dealing with economic issues, from car export to the organisation of the tax system

struggle through:

  • mathematic and statistical principles of the modern economy
Dieser Studiengang ist für Absolvent*innen der folgenden Fächer geeignet
 
Wer einen Abschluss in diesem Studiengang hat, arbeitet häufig
  • as tax accountant/auditor
  • as corporate consultant
  • as political consultant
  • as economic researcher
Und sonst?
Ein Vorbereitungskurs ... can be covered voluntarily.
Name:
Start:
Weitere Informationen zu Vorkursen
Ein Praktikum ...

is mandatory. It is done during the degree course.
Dauer: 1 x 8 weeks

Ein Auslandsaufenthalt ... can be covered voluntarily.
Wer hilft?
Studienfachberatung

Kim Kim Docter & Michèle Teufel
Gebäude, Raum: GD 03/ 229
Tel.: +49 (0)234 / 32-22762/ 22687
E-Mail:
Webseite Studienfachberatung

Kontakt zu Studierenden

Fachschaft Wirtschaftswissenschaft
Gebäude, Raum: GD 03/165
Tel.: +49 (0)234 / 32-27854
E-Mail:
Webseite Fachschaft

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Homepage des Studiengangs

Alexander Müller

The RUB provides subject-specific training at a very high level; I was able to implement the acquired knowledge during my internships.

– Alexander Müller, Bachelor's degree
Ganzes interview

Andere Studiengänge in diesem Fach

Bachelor 1-Fach
Master 1-Fach
Janina Knappstein
Janina Knappstein is a second-year student of Management. She is pursuing the Master of Science degree. She already holds the Bachelor of Science degree in Management and Economics.

Wieso haben Sie sich damals für Ihr Studienfach entschieden?

I have been interested in economic issues from a very early age on. Numbers and their significance in particular as well as the economic control of enterprises have always fascinated me. Consequently, studying Management and Economics was the logical choice.  

An welchen Stellen haben sich die Erwartungen an Ihr Studienfach erfüllt, an welchen nicht?

By studying Management and Economics, I have gained an insight into the individual commercial units that make up an enterprise. Some of the subjects are unfortunately very abstract and lacking in practical relevance so that you have to grit your teeth and struggle through, especially whilst studying the basic principles in your Bachelor’s degree programme. In the subsequent profile-shaping phase and the Master’s degree programme in its entirety, however, it is up to you to compile your own schedule. Thus, you have the chance to specialise in the field that you enjoy most and that contributes to furthering your future career. For me, that “freedom” has been the reason why I chose to study and to remain at the Ruhr-Universität Bochum.

Was macht Ihnen in Ihrem Fach am meisten Spaß?

I enjoy visiting companies and participating in lectures with actual practitioners best, where I get an insight into the production processes and mechanics of different enterprises. Lectures relating to accounting and finance are likewise very interesting, mainly thanks to the professors who know how to communicate a rather dry subject manner in an entertaining accessible manner and with plenty of practical examples.

Was war bisher die größte Herausforderung?

My biggest challenge so far has been my bachelor thesis. It took a lot of time and effort to write such a thesis, trying to bring in new scientific input. You learn a lot during this time, though, and your commitment gets rewarded in the end. 

Was wollen Sie einmal damit werden?

My degree course paves the way for me to work in different corporate segments. I would like to work in the accounting, mergers & acquisitions or controlling departments of a large organisation. 

Welche Tipps geben Sie den Leuten, die auch überlegen, Ihr Fach zu studieren?

Hang in there! A university degree always goes hand in hand with self-reliance: from setting up your own schedule to preparing for exams – you’ve got to organise everything yourself. There is no-one who forces you to do something. You’ve got to want to do it and actually do it.

Alexander Müller
Alexander Müller is a second-year student of Management and Economics. He is pursuing the Bachelor of Science degree.

Wieso haben Sie sich damals für Ihr Studienfach entschieden?

After finishing training as a banker, I wanted to further deepen my expertise.

An welchen Stellen haben sich die Erwartungen an Ihr Studienfach erfüllt, an welchen nicht?

The RUB provides subject-specific training at a very high level; I was able to implement the acquired knowledge during my internships with good results. All-rounders are offered a huge number of options – my expectations have not been met insofar as I don’t see enough options to specialise. But that’s what the master’s degree is for!

Was macht Ihnen in Ihrem Fach am meisten Spaß?

The time I spent with my fellow students, “finance and accounting” and the GC-Mania, of course [party organised by Management and Economics students that takes place once per semester]!

Was war bisher die größte Herausforderung?

The exam phases, no question about that! I would like to take the opportunity to apologise to my friends who never get to see me during those phases (laughs)!

Was wollen Sie einmal damit werden?

Many doors are open to Management and Economics graduates. I can picture myself working in the area of mergers & acquisitions.

Welche Tipps geben Sie den Leuten, die auch überlegen, Ihr Fach zu studieren?

Check out various study programmes offered at different universities. Imagine you’ll come to a university where it’s impossible for you to immerse yourself in those subjects that you’re interested in. It takes time to find the university that suits you, but show some stamina and you will master that challenge. My other advice is to not leave revision until exams are upon you, as this will not suffice to pass them. Hang in there and give it your all! Once you’ve successfully completed the basic phase, you are given the opportunity to set up your own schedule – you are 100% free to choose the subjects you want, thus deepening your knowledge in those fields that interest you. Good luck!