Interdisciplinary Master's in Information Systems (M.Sc.): Business Informatics studies with a focus on digital transformation at Pforzheim University
Unique interdisciplinary Master's degree in Information Systems (Business Informatics) with a holistic view of people, tasks and IT.
Since 2001, the MIS (Master of Science in Information Systems) at Pforzheim University has been successfully training talented young people for a professional future in business informatics. MIS graduates achieve a high level of employability, which is why the goal of our programme is a 100% placement rate, meaning we strive to ensure that all our graduates find a job immediately. This is our claim and makes us very proud of our graduates.
What you can expect:
- Innovative topics with a focus on digital transformation
- Interdisciplinary connections and a wide range of options in the fields of IT and management
- Nationally and internationally accredited teaching and the opportunity to earn a double degree
- International study experience can be gained, for example, as part of a voluntary semester abroad with a learning agreement – for example, at the IESEG School of Management (Lille or Paris campus) or the Institut Mines-Télécom Business School.
Special features:
- Wide range of options (individual profile development through elective subjects with a total volume of 24 ECTS from the fields of IT and management)
- The programme opens up and promotes a wide range of opportunities for international experience at international partner universities.
- Double degree programme between HSPF Business School and the University of Ljubljana, School of Economics (LU SEB)
- Doctorate possible afterwards
Typical career fields for our graduates are:
IT consultant, manager, agile coach, business analyst, product owner, project manager, software developer, SAP consultant, solution architect
The M.Sc. Information Systems (MIS) programme focuses on the innovative design of digital transformation and the development of strategies and solutions to master current and future challenges and changes for organisations, structures, systems and culture. The programme focuses on teaching the relevant skills and competencies that companies and organisations need to compete in digital markets in the future.
The M.Sc. Information Systems qualifies students to develop innovative digital solutions for future-oriented business models. Furthermore, the fundamentals of designing and implementing effective and efficient collaborative business processes are taught.
The bilingual, internationally accredited programme analyses the connections between business informatics, applied computer science and business administration.
The MIS programme addresses current topics, trends and the latest technologies from a business informatics perspective. Practical projects and final theses through an excellent network of company contacts, learning and working in small groups, individual support and close, personal contact with lecturers are what set the MIS programme apart.
Our MIS curriculum is continuously updated to meet the current and future requirements for a successful career in business informatics. New topics and areas of focus that are now being offered include:
- Generative AI (AI is the future and is driving digital transformation in companies)
- Business transformation with SAP (business information/application systems)
- Business analytics and process mining (business processes)
- Customer experience, digital service and user-centric solution design (customer interaction and processes at the heart of the strategy)
Please contact us for further information.
Key Facts
Degree
Master of Science
Programme start
Each winter semester
Maximum number of students
20 students
Program
Full-time study with 90 ECTS including thesis
Opportunity to participate in a double degree programme at the University of Ljubljana, School of Economics and Business
Opportunity for a voluntary semester abroad as part of a learning agreement
The person behind the matriculation number is important to us – together with you, we want to help you further develop your potential in the following areas:
• Critical, analytical and creative thinking as well as problem-solving skills
• Communication skills in a global context
• Teamwork and leadership skills
• Knowledge transfer skills
• Ethical awareness
Thanks to the large number of elective subjects, you have the opportunity to set your own individual study focus. We consider application-oriented work in small groups to be an important prerequisite for your successful studies. With 23 professors teaching compulsory and compulsory elective subjects, this results in a student-teacher ratio of 2.6. This allows for a wide range of personal discussions with all lecturers and the Dean of Studies.
Social skills
It is important to us that you enjoy working with your fellow students to develop IT solutions that are tailored to people and businesses.
Professional expertise
You have a first-class degree in economics or engineering.
Ideally, you have specialised in business informatics or applied computer science. However, we are always open to highly motivated career changers.
Language skills
Communicating in English will be part of your everyday working life in the future. We want you to be able to inspire others with your ideas in such situations. That is why we offer various English-language events where you can actively give presentations and write papers. We expect you to have a B2 level of English as a starting point.
The Program Goal
Responsible Leadership in Organizational Contexts
The Learning Objectives (and the assigned competence goals according to the German KMK Qualification)
After completion of the program the students will be able …
1.1 ... to know and to argue relevant leadership principles. (Knowledge Comprehension)
1.2 ... to demonstrate their ability to apply relevant leadership principles. (Application & Transfer)
1.3 ... to demonstrate their critical reflection of relevant leadership principles. (Academic Integrity & Professionalism)
1.4 ... to demonstrate competence to act responsibly. (Knowledge Deepening)
The Program Goal
Creative Problem Solving Skills in a Complex Business Environment
The Learning Objectives (and the assigned competence goals according to the German KMK Qualification)
After completion of the program the students will be able …
2.1 ... to identify, to demarcate, and to classify problems. (Knowledge & Understanding)
2.2 ... to analyze problems independently. (Knowledge & Understanding)
2.3 ... to solve problems creatively and implement appropriate solutions in practice. (Knowledge Application & Generation)
2.4 ... to clarify subject-specific problems. (Communication & Cooperation)
The Program Goal
Research Skills and their Practical Application
The Learning Objectives (and the assigned competence goals according to the German KMK Qualification)
After completion of the program the students will be able …
3.1 ... to know relevant methods and can argue them in a professional context. (Knowledge Application & Generation)
3.2 ... to competently apply relevant research methods. (Knowledge Application & Generation)
3.3 ... to demonstrate the ability to develop new knowledge and procedures, integrate knowledge from different areas to expand knowledge in the field. (Knowledge Application & Generation)
The Program Goal
Design Skills for specific IT Management Solutions or IT Technology Management Architectures within complex Process Structures
The Learning Objectives (and the assigned competence goals according to the German KMK Qualification)
After completion of the program the students will be able …
4.1 ... to demonstrate specialised IT-specific expert knowledge and expertise to design and realize specific solutions or architectures within complex structures. (Knowledge Deepening / Scientific Innovation)
4.2 ... to demonstrate their ability to apply appropriate specialised problem-solving methods to IT-specific tasks. (Application and Transfer)
4.3 ... to demonstrate their ability to identify causal problems for IT-specific tasks in complex process structures and to solve them aligned to professional standards. (Academic Integrity & Professionalism)
Contact
We would be pleased to advise you personally:
mis(at)hs-pforzheim(dot)de
Tel.: +49 7231 28-6095
Room: W2.2.25
If you would like a brief informational meeting about the Master's programme in Information Systems, we invite you to contact us via Teams or Zoom. You can choose whether you would like to speak with one of the available professors or a student.
You can book a direct meeting with Prof. Dr. Peter Weiß right here hier.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Awards for outstanding performance and commitment
News
On June 5th, 2025, it was that time again: the Business School of Pforzheim University hosted its annual awards ceremony. Each year, students are recognized for excellent academic achievements and special engagement with sponsorship awards from companies.
Dean Professor Dr. Thomas Cleff opened the event with an appreciative speech. He emphasized how much the students enrich Pforzheim University through curiosity, outstanding performance, rational thinking, and commitment.
Another highlight of the evening was the induction of the best Bachelor's and Master's students of a cohort into the international honor society Beta Gamma Sigma.
Honoring outstanding academic performance
Jeffrey Feufel received the award for the best thesis in the field of Information and Communication Systems in the Business Administration/Purchasing & Logistics program. The prize was presented by Dr. Torsten Mallée, Vice President and Director of International Business Development at AEB. His thesis focused on developing a set of rules for automated traffic planning for AGV systems.
Another award from AEB went to Josias Kinzel, Carsten Schmid, and Kay Stindl for the best project in the same program. The three students received a prize sponsored by AEB.
Odette Abou Mrad was awarded the sponsorship prize from attempto GmbH Karlsruhe for excellent academic performance in the Business Administration/Digital Enterprise Management program (now BBA/Digital Business Management) and for her outstanding engagement in innovation and sustainability. Laura Sanz-Rodriguez, the new site manager of attempto Karlsruhe, presented the award.
The Robert Bosch GmbH also recognized two students this year: Maren Barth from the BBA/Digital Business Management program and Andrei Albu from the Master's program in Information Systems, each receiving a sponsorship award. The prizes were handed over by Gregor Schrott, Vice President of Bosch Digital Innovation.
The auditing firm EY also honored three students for their top performance in the first semester. Marcello Musa from Business Administration/Taxation and Auditing, as well as Carina Arnold and Joshua Wiedmann from Business Administration/Controlling, Finance, and Accounting, each received an award. The prizes were presented by Peter Werling, Partner and Head of Assurance Southwest Germany, and Steffen Maurer, Auditor at EY.
The Joachim-Paul Prize, named after the late Professor Joachim Paul (who passed away in 2017), was awarded by Professor Dr. Matthias Handrich to Daniel Steppat for his excellent academic achievements in the Business Administration/International Business program.
Julian Arzt from the Bachelor’s program in Business Law (LL.B.) impressed with his thesis on (Product) Liability for damages caused by AI systems. The award was presented by Henning von Restorff, former lecturer in IT law and practicing attorney for Intellectual Property and Information Technology Law at Ladenburger Rechtsanwälte.
Beta Gamma Sigma: Induction into the international honor society
In the second part of the event, the focus was on inducting outstanding students into the international honor society Beta Gamma Sigma. Professor Dr. Dirk Wentzel, Chapter Advisor of Beta Gamma Sigma, conducted the ceremony.
Since 2014, Pforzheim University has been represented by its own chapter of Beta Gamma Sigma after successful accreditation by the renowned international organization "Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business" (AACSB). Beta Gamma Sigma is a global network that only admits the most high-achieving students of each cohort. The university nominates suitable candidates, who are then invited to join after review by the BGS board in the USA. This year, 68 students from the Faculty of Business and Law were inducted — 33 Master's students and 35 Bachelor's students. This recognition is closely linked to the values of the organization, which these students have demonstrated. "Beta" stands for honor, "Gamma" for wisdom, "Sigma" for seriousness, and enthusiasm.
Congratulations to all students for this excellent achievement!
For more information and pictures click here.
