Study at Business School Pforzheim

At Business School Pforzheim, you don’t just study business - you develop the knowledge, global perspective, and professional mindsets to thrive in the global business environment.

As one of Germany’s leading business schools, Business School Pforzheim ranks among the top 5% worldwide, holding prestigious AACSB and EFMD accreditations. With almost 66 years of academic excellence, we shape future leaders for international roles in management and business.

Our programs are designed for international degree‑seeking students pursuing a globally recognized qualification, double-degree students from partner universities seeking to gain academic and cultural experiences from various countries, and exchange students who want to study business in Germany. No matter which path you choose, you’ll benefit from small class sizes, close interaction with professors, and a practice‑oriented education supported by strong industry links in a vibrant, international learning environment.

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International Degree Seeking Students

Explore internationally accredited, English‑taught Bachelor’s and Master’s programs at Business School Pforzheim – created for ambitious students pursuing a truly global business education in Germany.

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International Double Degrees

Discover double‑degree programs designed for students from partner universities seeking academic and cultural experiences across borders.

BBA/International Business (B.Sc)

BBA/International Marketing (B.Sc.)

BBA/Controlling, Accouting und Finanzmanagement (B.Sc.)

Controlling, Finance & Accounting (M.Sc.)

Information Systems (M.Sc.)

MBA International Management

International Exchange Students

The International Study Program (ISP) offers 60+ business courses in English, bringing together exchange and domestic students in a dynamic learning environment with around 200 students from over 30 countries each year.

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What International Students Love About the Business School

Why you should come to Business School Pforzheim

Practice-Orientation

You will receive a theoretically well-founded and consistently practice oriented education and thus are well prepared for your professional career.

Programs taught fully in English

The Business School offers three Bachelor's programs taught fully in English: International Business, International Marketing and Digital Business Management which are aimed to applicants from all over the world. The three Master's programs Digital Business Management, Corporate Communication Management and MBA International Management, taught in English, target especially international students.

International Campus

Internationalization is firmly anchored as a strategic goal in the Business School's identity. Working together across cultures, learning from each other and receiving new impulses broadens the horizon.

Pforzheim City & the Region

Sufficient housing and special offers for first-year students characterize the student city. As the gateway to the northern Black Forest, Pforzheim offers a wide range of leisure and sports activities.

Excellent employment opportunities

The “Gold City” of Pforzheim is located in a dynamic and economically important region. Close to global corporations and successful mid-sized companies, the city offers excellent career opportunities. Employers value Business School Pforzheim as a source of highly qualified and motivated graduates — creating strong links between study, practice, and future careers.