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Business Informatics Courses

Start a practical business informatics degree in Germany

Many technologies and businesses currently use busines informatics and data insights to gain strategic benefits. and digitalize, automatize processes and move forward innovation across many industries.

Here at ISM, business informatics students are trained to bridge the gap between information systems and business management, making them highly valued for their communication and interface skills. Our business information courses offer you a valuable education that perfectly combines theory and practice. Get to know us and find out more about the opportunities to study Business Informatics at one of Germany's leading business schools.?

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Is a business informatics program the right one for me?

Your skills

Mathematics & statistics

Programming skills

Business understanding

Communication

Ask yourself these questions:

  • Do I like solving real-world business problems and making evidence-based decisions?

  • Do I enjoy uncovering patterns and asking why things happen using numbers and data?

  • Am I comfortable learning programming languages and working with technology every day?

  • Do I stay curious and patient when exploring messy, incomplete information?

  • Can I explain complex ideas simply and clearly to people who aren’t technical?

What do you need to study business information systems?

You do not have to be a math or computer genius to study business informatics. You should have a good basic understanding of mathematics and you do not have to be able to program right at the beginning of your studies. You will learn it during your studies. Organizational and communication skills are other good prerequisites to study business informatics. Our study advisors can help you decide whether a data science degree on-campus or an online one is right for you.

Find the right Business Informatics courses for you

Bachelor of Information Systems
  • Bachelor of Information Systems

    Available in: Dortmund, Munich or Hamburg
    Duration: 6 semester (7 semester with Global Track)
    ECTS credits: 180 ECTS (6 semsters) or 210 ECTS (7 semesters)
    Language: English
    Start date: spring and winter semester
    Curriculum: study content.
Master of Business Intelligence
Online Data Science program

  • Master of Applied Business Data Science
    Online Data Science Master’s?

    The Applied Business Data Science Online Master is a flexible, English-taught online program that combines business with data science, with specializations in AI, Big Data, and Analytics to prepare students for data-driven decision-making.

    Available online.
    Start date: anytime
    Curriculum: study content.

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Why study business informatics?

Joining a Business Informatics program in Germany offers a unique opportunity to combine computer science with business studies in one of Europe’s robust and innovative economies. This program equips you with the expertise to drive digital transformation through effective information and communication systems, turning data into valuable insights.

As a business informatics specialist, you will bridge the gap between technology and management, ensuring that IT solutions create real value for companies and support the development of new digital business models. If you aspire to apply IT and digital strategies to address the challenges of the future, Business Informatics is the perfect field for you.

The program provides a strong foundation in computer programming, complex information systems, mathematics, and statistics, while integrating key aspects of business management. In today’s job market, professionals with interdisciplinary skills in both business administration and information technology are more in demand than ever before.

    A Business Informatics program at ISM means

    A reputable, internationally and nationally accredited German degree that can provide an edge to your resume. Students are trained to bridge the gap between informatics, data science and management, making them highly valued in the labor market.
    Quality, practical of teaching?to ensure excellent academic development. Exciting internships?provide practical experience.?
    Trained to bridge the gap between data science and management, makes you highly valued for your communication and interface skills.
    Included semester abroad?to gain international exposure via a broad?partner university network?for global connections.
    Attracts both men and women equally, encouraging tech-savvy candidates to enter the data science and business analytics field.?
    Allows you to?connect and network with students?and?alumni?and exchange ideas with professors.?
    Entitles you for a?job seeking visa in Germany?if you wish to start or continue your career in Germany.
    Job market entry opportunities to support your future success, incl.?18-month work permit after graduation.
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    B.Sc. Information Systems

    How can data be organized and used for innovation? In the Information Systems Bachelor's degree program, you learn to combine knowledge from business administration with current trends in business informatics.

    Modules such as Web Engineering, Computer Science, Programming and Business Information Systems are integrated with modules such as Business Administration, Marketing and Economics. Programming courses and hacking seminars to uncover security gaps, prepare you for the interfaces between IT and management in the company.

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    • Information about the programs and course content
    • Your options regarding the integrated semester abroad
    • Career prospects and how we help with getting hands-on experience
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    M.Sc. Business Intelligence & Data Science

    This Business Intelligence Master’s program in Germany equips you with essential skills to manage and analyze data effectively—enabling smarter business decisions in an increasingly digital world. You will learn how to extract insights through efficient data queries, process automation, and intelligent data analysis. Key questions you'll explore include:

    • How can data be collected, managed, and analyzed across business units?
    • What data processing methods (e.g., SQL, data warehousing, ETL) are most effective?
    • How can digital systems support business planning, performance monitoring, and model-driven management?

    Throughout your studies, you’ll develop expertise in: Data Science and Business Analytics, Optimization and Forecasting Techniques, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML), Enterprise Information Systems, IT Strategy and Digital Transformation.

    You will gain the ability to simplify complex problems and identify actionable insights using real-world datasets. By identifying trends and patterns, you'll support strategic decision-making and drive innovation in business environments.

    Business Informatics programs - Admission requirements and deadlines

    Documents required to apply

    For the pre-check of your qualification for a data science program, please submit the following to the study advisor at the campus you're interested in:

    • For Bachelor: School-leaving certificate (if available)
    • For Master: Bachelor's diploma (if available)
    • Transcript of records (translated in English)
    • Curriculum vitae (CV)
    • Copy of passport or national ID card
    • Certificate of English language skills, min. B2 level, for example TOEFL, IELTS or other (optional for Bachelor's, compulsory for Master's).

    Upon successful verification of your documents, you will be able to register for an online admission test.

    Application period and timeframes

    ISM does not have strict application dates, but?applicants who require a study visa please submit the application documents by

    • December 15th for the spring term programs
    • July 15th?for the fall programs.

    The admission test is valid for 1 year, so we recommend that you start applying even before having your final school leaving certificate or Bachelor's degree in order to save time, get enough time to apply for visa and secure study free discounts of up to 1,500 Euro. Please get informed from your country' consulate how long the visa process currently takes and prepare acordingly.

    Business Informatics career options

    Business informatics graduates from an university of applied sciences are very valued in the working world today due to their extensive informatics, data systems and business acumen, practical insights and communication skills. By combining the necessary application knowledge with the business consulting skills, business informatics specialists and graduates are becoming important drivers of change and data analysis projects. Your expertise is in demand in independent data-driven problem solutions in international consulting projects. You are the interface between business and IT experts and independently solve data-driven problems in international consulting projects. After graduating in business informatics, you will have the opportunity to work as a business informatics specialist, developer, product manager, IT-Consultant or in marketing, among other positions.

    Moreover, according to a Forbes article, Data Scientist is one of the best-paying careers that also offers good work-life balance and helps avoid burnout. The role mostly involves working independently with flexible schedules. The work is analytical, which means there are clear objectives and measurable outcomes, so there's less ambiguity, which can lead to stress. This makes it not only a smart academic choice, but also a wise lifestyle decision.

    Regardless of whether you want to work in large international corporations, medium-sized companies or innovative start-ups – a business informatics degree prepares you for a range of roles and industries. A business informatics program degree from ISM can help you successfully enter this career field with lots of?hands-on practical experience. Amonth the career paths you may decide to take count:?

    Occupational fields

    • Data Consultant
    • Data Scientist/Chief Data Officer
    • Chief Information Office
    • System architects in Management/System consultant
    • Forecasting Consultants
    • Machine Learning Engineers
    • Big Data Engineering
    • Process optimizer
    • Business Information Scientist
    • E-Business Manager
    • IT-Management / IT-Strategist

    Industries

    • Software companies
    • Consulting businesses
    • Agencies
    • Automotive
    • Retail
    • Advertising?
    • Information and communication
    • Media companies, etc.

    How to apply for a business informatics degree

    Prepare your preliminary documents (such as transcript of records, resume, school leaving certificate or Bachelor certificate if you have), find out about important deadlines and application procedures and take the first step towards an exciting professional future.

    For further information, download our information flyer.

    Step 1
    Online application
    • Send documents to an advisor for a "fast check"
    • Registration for the admission process
    • Submission of application documents
    Step 2
    Preparation
    • Master: Prepare a short case study presentation, for example of your bachelor's thesis or one of your favorite term papers
    • Bachelor: Prepare for your Maths and English online assessments. Take these tests before your admission interview day.
    Step 3
    Admission test day
    • Master: Presentation of the case study & discussion followed by
    • Online interview with program director
    • Bachelor: Discussion of your online assessment test results and short interview with faculty staff.
    Step 4
    Decision & study start
    • Receive results in few days
    • Contract signing
    • Visa application, if needed
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    What made you decide to study Business Informatics in Germany?
    Quality of education, relative low cost of education compared to other countries, 中国足球彩票手机版 theme of education and closeness to my home country (Egypt).

    Why did you choose to study that course at ISM?
    Very good students’ reviews available in internet, reasonable cost of education, I liked the selection criteria, Great history of ISM as a private University in Germany.

    What do you like the best about ISM?
    Practicality of programs, support received from ISM staff and instructors and few numbers of students in class.

    What do you enjoy most about your experience?
    Learning new knowledge which I like, learning new language and getting new friends and learning more about Germany and the German culture.

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