Bachelor of Science in Business Informatics

with specialization in software development

The Bachelor of Business Informatics:Who is the course intended for?

Are you a doer with vision? Someone who thinks in terms of solutions rather than problems? Do you grasp complex interrelationships with an analytical eye – and with a keen interest in modern technology, digitalization and continuous process optimization? Then our Bachelor’s degree in Business Informatics is made for you!

When studying business informatics, you will combine an eye for the big picture with state-of-the-art technical know-how. Using current topics from science and business, you will learn how to develop, introduce and support information and communication systems that are precisely tailored to a wide range of business areas.

Note: To study at SMT, you need a partner ­company

Where you complete a company-relevant project as part of your Bachelor’s degree in Business Informatics. This is possible without changing jobs at your current employer. Are you at the beginning of your career? Then you can find a suitable company through our partner, the SCMT. You can find relevant vacancies here – SCMT job exchange.

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What you learn in theBachelor in Business Informatics

As an interdisciplinary course, the Bachelor’s degree in Business Information Systems is located at the interface between applied IT and business administration. In the Business Information Systems course, you will learn to view modern information and communication systems not only from a technical perspective, but also as an investment in the future of a company.

In the IT department, you will therefore familiarize yourself with everything that drives digitalization in the company and can contribute to sustainable process optimization. IT service processes, database systems and object-oriented programming form the basis of your work.

At the same time, you will acquire the necessary skills in business administration to be able to precisely assess which requirements modern information technology must meet within certain company structures. In addition to the basics of business administration, the program therefore also includes financial management and human resources management, for example.

More transfer

Put what you have learned directly into practice in your company and gain a valuable reference for your qualification as a specialist

Learn more

The Project Competence Study Program® gives you exactly the know-how you need to get ahead in practice.

More practice

Whether you are starting your studies as a young professional or an experienced specialist, our experts will help you.

More coaching

For us, you are not just a student number. During your integrated degree course at SMT, you will be supported by our lecturers from science and business.

The Bachelor of Business Informaticsat a glance

General information about the Business Informatics degree program

You will acquire a Bachelor’s degree in Business Informatics as part of an SMT project competence course that combines the latest scientific findings with maximum practical orientation. What you learn during your studies today, you will use tomorrow to master your challenging project in the company.

  • Academic degree

    State-recognized degree “Bachelor of Science – B.Sc.”

  • Language of instruction and examination

    German, English

  • Start of studies

    Start is possible at any time

  • Study period

    The standard period of study comprises a total duration of 36 months

  • Learning locations

    Hybrid study model (usually 50% online / 50% on site)

  • Study investment

    EUR 16,900 incl. project support

The unique SMT study model

The SMT study model for the Bachelor of Business Informatics consists of the following basic modules and enables our students to be optimally prepared for their later professional life.

Studying at SMT is only possible in combination with a company. If you already have both feet on the career ladder and want to develop your skills without changing jobs, our Professional Education Program is just right for you. If you are at the beginning of your career path and are looking for new challenges, our Fellowship model offers the right solution. Through our partner, the SCMT, you will find a suitable company in which you will be employed as a fully-fledged project member. Under the following link you will find further information on the project competence program, application process and more.

Project

During your Bachelor’s degree in Business Informatics, 85% of your time will be spent working in a company, where you will learn to recognize correlations, analyze problems and much more.

Competence

Take the opportunity to further develop your existing skills and create new ones in the Bachelor of Business Informatics. From personal development and experience abroad to strengthening your professional skills.

Study

During the theoretical phases of the Bachelor of Business Informatics, you will build up the necessary knowledge together with our experts and professors from research and business.

Admission requirements for the Bachelor of Business Informatics

The Bachelor’s degree in Business Informatics is not only suitable as a first degree course, but also as part-time further training for specialists with professional experience. If you complete the course alongside your existing job, you can also implement the study project on behalf of your employer. In this way, you create added value through the Project Competence Study Program®, which effectively advances both your personal development as a specialist and your company.

If you are currently looking for an employer in combination with a degree course at SMT, you are welcome to contact our partner, the SCMT. On the SCMT job board you will find job offers from companies from a wide range of industries for your Bachelor’s degree in Business Informatics – continue to the SCMT job board.

  • Application for the Project Competence Study Program® via www.eis-scmt.com
  • University entrance qualification (Abitur, Fachhochschulreife) or secondary school leaving certificate, completed vocational training and at least three years of professional experience or master craftsman (HK/IHK) or state-recognized technician or business economist
  • Very good knowledge of German and English
  • Successfully completed application process
  • Challenging project in a partner company (cooperation with one of our partners or with your current employer)

Core content of the Business Informatics degree program

The Bachelor of Business Informatics first introduces you to business administration, computer science and, of course, the basics of scientific work. Building on the content of these basic modules, you will then delve deeper into specific areas of application of business informatics in the company.

  • Methods and scientific work

    Writing scientific papers – Criteria and instruments – Empirical research concepts

  • Project­management

    Methods and tools – Phases of project management – Agile project management

  • Economic ­mathematics and statistics

    Variables, differences and equations – Data analysis – Statistical distributions

  • Program­ming

    Introduction to the basics – Object-oriented programming – JavaScript

  • IT service processes

    IT Service Management – IT Service Strategy – IT Service Improvement

  • Database ­systems

    Structure of database systems – Relational database systems – Rights management

  • Business and economics teaching

    Corporate goals and management – Operational financial processes – Economic principles

  • Corporate ­management

    Mission, vision and long-term goals – Strategy definition – Balanced scorecards

  • Digital infra­structures

    Software architectures and infrastructures – Distributed systems – Service-oriented architectures (SOA)

Specialization in software development

Are you more interested in the technical aspect of computer science? Our Software Development specialization in the Bachelor of Business Informatics offers you the opportunity to discover your individual strengths and use them in a targeted manner to pursue a career path that suits you, from programming to mobile apps.

  • In-depth program­ming

    Basics of programming – Object-oriented programming – Advanced Python techniques – Data science

  • Web programming

    Basics of web applications – HTML – CSS – JavaScript

  • Software quality ­assurance

    Quality management – Test management – Test processes

  • Mobile apps

    Basics C# – Basics algorithms – app forms and development

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Study with perspective:How to get started with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Informatics

Whether database system, test series or internal corporate communication: digitalization has long since found its way into a wide variety of areas of everyday working life. However, using it as an opportunity is proving to be a challenge for many companies. In many places, there is a lack of specialists who can mediate between IT and users. This is exactly where you come in.

With a Bachelor’s degree in Business Informatics, you are a versatile, interdisciplinary specialist. Your comprehensive knowledge of both business administration and IT will enable you to establish yourself as a sought-after specialist in a wide range of industries, from the energy and automotive industries to engineering offices and machine tool manufacturing.

To maximize your chances on the job market, we also support you in making contact with potential employers during your Business Informatics studies. For example, 85% of our graduates with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Informatics are offered a permanent position after graduation in the exact company they worked for during their study project.

  • SOFTWARE DEVELOPER (M/F/D)

    • E-Commerce
    • IT-Service

    As a software developer, you are tasked with planning and implementing applications and software. In addition to developing your own programs, you will also be involved in the analysis and optimization of existing scripts. In addition to skills as a programmer, skills as a consultant are also required, as the tasks also include recording and implementing customer requirements and advising users.

  • CONSULTANT (M/F/D)

    • Salesforce
    • SAP

    As a consultant, you develop strategies to implement digitalization and change in the company. From the conception of new software to its introduction, you will provide customers with advice in various areas – and can contribute the versatile expertise that characterizes your profile as an interdisciplinary specialist, from project management to programming.

  • BUSINESS ANALYST (M/F/D)

    • Automotive
    • Salesforce

    As a Business Analyst, you will benefit above all from the analytical eye and organizational skills you trained during your Bachelor’s degree in Business Informatics. As an expert in continuous process optimization, you will help to make workflows in the company more effective by developing and optimizing modern IT solutions.

Specializations, salary and network:What distinguishes our Bachelor of Business Informatics

Our professionally integrated Bachelor’s degree in Business Informatics focuses in particular on measurement and automation technology, information technology and robotics. These are supplemented by business administration basics such as corporate management and project management. You will put the skills you acquire directly into practice with your study project.

Our fellowship model allows you to start your studies and career at the same time – at no extra cost to you. All tuition fees for the Bachelor of Business Informatics are paid by the partner company you work for during your studies. You will of course also receive a salary for your work at the company.

We support you on your career path during your Bachelor’s degree and beyond. Our alumni association offers you a professional network of and for professionals, which invites you to exchange experiences and make new contacts in the professional world with networking events, further education and training measures and much more.

Figures from ourAlumni studies

  • 99%

    Better career opportunities after graduation

  • 53%

    work in higher management positions

  • 85%

    receive an offer for a permanent position

What our alumni say about theirBusiness ­informatics studies

  • Pauline Röße

    The lectures definitely have a very high practical relevance. It also helps that the lecturers all come from the business world and therefore know what is important. This makes learning even more fun because you know what you are learning for. This transfer performance makes you stand out in the job market.

A strong partnership for yourBusiness ­informatics studies

In the Bachelor of Business Informatics you benefit from our 100+ partner companies and educational partners. The SMT supervisors will accompany and support you in your work on the study project in the company and will also assist you in all matters relating to your studies and career entry.

The SMT team combines the latest scientific findings with many years of practical experience. Whether science, research or business: our lecturers are experts in their field and know what will help you progress in your studies and career.

Overview of all partners
  • Partner Logo: entero AG
  • Partner Logo: Liebherr
  • Partner Logo: Witzenmann GmbH
  • Partner Logo: TÜV SÜD Akademie
  • Partner Logo: SAP University Alliances
  • Partner Logo: salesforce.com Germany GmbH

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