Starting your studies

Are you interested in studying Business Administration and Economics at TU Dresden or have you already applied for one of our degree programs? Then this page is the right one for you! Here you will find a lot of information to help you make your decision.

Table of contents

1. 1. First semester introductory week of the Faculty Student Council
   2. What can you study at the Faculty of Business and Economics?
   3. What makes the degree programs at the Faculty of Business Administration and Economics so special?
   4. What specializations and options are there?
   5. What is it like to study one of our degree programs?
   6. Is studying at the Faculty of Business and Economics right for you?
   7. What is Dresden like as a city?
   8. How and where can you find out more?
   9. More insights & stories on social media

First semester introductory week of the Faculty Student Council

In the coming winter semester 2025/2026, the Faculty Student Council (FSR) is once again planning an exciting and informative ESE - the First Semester Induction Week! This week is a great opportunity for all new students to find out everything they need to know about studying, the city, the campus and student life. You can also get to know your fellow students and get in the mood for your studies. The ESE takes place from 06.10.2025 to 12.10.2025 . For current and detailed information and the exact schedule, please visit the website of the Faculty Student Council Wiwi.

What can you study at the Faculty of Business and Economics?

We offer four undergraduate degree programs, i.e. degree programs that lead to a first university degree. You can study Business Administration and Economics and Business Education and Management Training at Bachelor's level - the most common type in Germany and internationally . In addition, our faculty also offers diploma courses in Business Information Systems and Industrial Engineering and Management.

Below we give you a very first impression of what these degree programs are actually about. You can find more detailed information on individual degree programs via the links in the texts. For a more detailed overview, please use the website Degree programs at the Faculty of Business and Economics!

Bachelor of Business Administration and Economics

In the Bachelor's degree program in Business Administration and Economics , you will learn the basics of economic analysis and economic thinking. You will first gain an overview of business and economic topics and problems and learn important methods of analysis. Building on this broad foundation, you can specialize in a variety of ways - in business administration, economics and beyond.

Bachelor's degree in Business Education and Management Training

In the Bachelor's degree in Business Education and Management Training , you will focus on how Business Administration and Economics content can be communicated to different target groups in a sustainable way. The course therefore includes not only economics, but also educational science and psychology. With a general education qualification, you can prepare yourself for a future teaching career.

Diploma in Business Information Systems

The Business Information Systems degree is located at the interface of business and information technology. You will study how information and communication systems are designed and used in business. Building on broad basic knowledge in Business Administration and Economics, Business Information Systems and Computer Science, you can deepen your knowledge in all these areas individually.

Diploma in Industrial Engineering and Management

The Diploma in Industrial Engineering and Management is characterized by its interdisciplinary orientation. You will acquire broad knowledge in economics and engineering, enabling you to gain an overview of interrelated technical and economic issues and solve problems at the interface of economics, science and technology.

In addition to our undergraduate degree programs, there are also three postgraduate Master's degree programs: Business Administration, Business Education and Management Training and Public and International Economics. Just click on the names for more information!

What makes the degree programs at the Faculty of Business Administration and Economics so special?

Our degree programs, whether Bachelor's, Master's or Diploma, are based on common principles that make them particularly attractive and set them apart from other programs:

• Very great freedom of choice and flexibility in terms of content
• Good balance between theory and practice
• Strong promotion of stays abroad
• Possibility of part-time study

You can find out more about this and the subject-specific unique selling points of the degree programs on their websites!

What specializations and options are there?

In all of our degree programs, there are large compulsory elective areas in which you can easily set specializations. We call these specializations profiles. They are available for all important subject areas, have a very flexible structure and can be put together and combined quite freely. In this way, you can easily tailor your studies to what interests you and helps you progress.

Below you can see which Business Administration and Economics profiles are available in our degree programs. You can find more detailed information by clicking on the respective name. You can find out how the compulsory elective areas are structured in detail and which (few) rules apply there on the pages of the degree programs, which you can easily access via the website Degree programs at the Faculty of Business Administration and Economics.

There are also profiles in areas other than Business Administration and Economics, for example in Computer Science in Business Information Systems and in Engineering in Industrial Engineering and Management. If you want to know more about the other profiles, simply go to the pages of the respective degree program.

All sub-areas of Business Administration and Economics are represented in all our degree programs - at least as an elective option. It is important to us that you get an overview of the various Business Administration and Economics subjects, especially at the beginning of your studies. That's why Business Administration, Economics and Business Information Systems are compulsory in the first semesters of the Bachelor's and Diplom programs. This will give you a better idea of what is involved in Business Administration and Economics and in which directions you want to specialize.

What is it like to study one of our degree programs?

Our students and graduates know best.

On this video page, they talk about why they chose us, what it's like to study here and also what they can do after graduation.

The video "Sitzgelegenheit" shows that our students do not fulfill the usual clichés about WiWis. Take a look!

Is studying at the Faculty of Business and Economics right for you?

Only you can answer this question yourself. And let's be honest: not everyone who starts a university degree course is happy with it. This is often due to false expectations of the content and organization of the degree program. That's why we've put together a short checklist here to help you determine whether our program is right for you.

• I am looking for a critical examination of current issues in my field of study, i.e. in Business Administration and Economics and - depending on the degree program - also in Business Information Systems, Computer Science and Engineering.
• I enjoy mathematics, statistics and programming.
• I want to train and improve my analytical skills.
• I want to learn quantitative and qualitative research methods.
• I am interested in theory building and modeling.
• I enjoy reading specialist literature (also in English) and acquiring knowledge.
• I like to work independently and can cope with the personal responsibility that the course demands in terms of time management, choice of subjects, etc.
• I want to work out answers and not be given them.

What is Dresden like as a city?

Very diverse and attractive! In addition to the classic cultural highlights such as the Frauenkirche, Semper Opera House and museums, the city has a lot to offer for actual student life.

Dresden's Neustadt district is recommended for cozy evenings and nights out. There is something for every taste and budget here. There is also a wide range of student clubs. They are particularly close to the campus and are practically unbeatable value for money.

The Film Nights on the banks of the Elbe, which offer a selected open-air cinema and concert program against a fantastic backdrop opposite the Old Town every summer, are nationally renowned. Renowned music events, district festivals and the Elbhangfest take place regularly throughout the year.

Dresden's surroundings also have their charms and offer many things worth discovering. Saxon Switzerland is an ideal destination for hiking and climbing. In the cold season, there are plenty of winter sports opportunities in the Ore Mountains. And if you really want to travel further afield, Berlin and Prague are easy to reach by car or train.

Compared to many other university cities, living in Dresden is very affordable for students. The Studentenwerk Dresden runs a large number of halls of residence throughout the city. The free housing market also offers a good range of accommodation.

You can find out more about Dresden and the region on this page!

How and where can you find out more?

There are many options available to you. You can attend one of our central information events, take part in a digital tour of the campus or, of course, have an individual conversation with one of our many advisors.

Our events

Fall University

The Faculty of Business Administration and Economics participates in the TU Dresden Fall University. During this one-week event, you can take a closer look at the study and career opportunities in the humanities, social sciences and Business Administration and Economics. The focus is on gaining an insight into the relevant practical fields of activity. You will get to know various social, cultural and university institutions as well as companies and talk to professionals about their career paths.

The Autumn University 2025 will take place from October 6 to 9, 2025. You can find the registration form and further information here.

UNI-LIVE

Once a year, TU Dresden offers the UNI-LIVE University Information Day, a program specially tailored to prospective students, where you can experience lectures and the study atmosphere up close before you start your studies. The information day always takes place at the beginning of the year, next time in January 2026.

Click here for the faculty program of UNI-LIVE 2025.

Uni Day

Every summer semester, the Uni Day is organized centrally by TU Dresden. For one day, prospective students can find out about the various degree programs at TU Dresden, listen to lectures and talk to students and lecturers. Of course, the Faculty of Business and Economics is there every year. To the UNI-TAG website

Virtual Campus

It's definitely a good idea to come to Dresden to get an impression of the study conditions here. Just take a look at the two videos and take a virtual tour of the campus!

Campus tours

Part 1: In this video you will get to know the Auditorium Center - with the AUDIMAX, the largest lecture hall at TU Dresden - where some first semester events for Business Administration and Economics students take place.

We also visit the Georg Schumann Building. This houses a large part of the faculty as well as numerous smaller lecture halls and seminar rooms. The Old Refectory, the sports halls and the SLUB are also presented.

Part 2: The second campus tour video starts at the Hülße-Bau, which is the second central building of the Faculty of Business and Economics alongside the Georg-Schumann-Bau. Florian, a student of industrial engineering, is one of the guides from here.

Personal advice

At TU Dresden and the Faculty of Business and Economics, there are many contacts to help you find the right answers.

• The Central Student Advisory Service at TU Dresden can help with questions about choosing a degree program in general.
• If you have questions about the Faculty's degree programs, you can contact the respective academic advisors. Contact persons are available for each of our degree programs. To the overview of our student advisors
• The students of the FSR Wiwi will be happy to answer any questions you may have about everyday life/study organization: Faculty Student Council Business Administration and Economics
• If you have any questions about studying Industrial Engineering and Management, please contact the students of VWI e.V.: VWI Estiem Hochschulgruppe Dresden e.V.
• Contact points especially for international prospective and current students are the International Representative of the Faculty of Business Administration and Economics and the International Office of TU Dresden.

More insights & stories on social media

Want to get an impression of campus life? Want to take a look behind the scenes? You can do all of this on TU Dresden's Instagram channel. You can also find videos about campus life, interesting degree programs and current research topics on our YouTube channel. See you there.