Info Video B.A. International Business/International Business Management
Types of exchange
The so-called Double Degree Program (B.A. International Business Management) is offered in English and comprises different study options (depending on the agreement with your home institution).
In addition, for students from partner universities who would like to spend one or two semesters in Germany without obtaining a Double Degree Diploma, the International Business program also offers an interesting study program with the majority of courses taught in English.
International students have access to all campus facilities and are assisted by the International Office in all matters of enrollment, housing and visas. Their website contains general information for all incoming international students, from application processes to health insurance.
B.A. IBM Double Degree
The Double Degree program is only available to students nominated by one of our specified Double Degree partner universities. At the end of your studies, successful graduates will obtain a Bachelor of Arts degree of Fachhochschule Dortmund and the degree from their home university.
Check the course catalogue for Double Degree students for more details.
FULL YEAR EXCHANGE or ONE SEMESTER EXCHANGE (B.A. IB)
Exchange students have to be nominated by one of our partner universities.
International students usually take a course of study which represents 30 ECTS credits per semester. They can choose from the classes available during their chosen study period in accordance with the academic requirements of their home university.
The International Business program offers a variety of courses taught in English.
Check the course catalogue for "Exchange Students” to see which classes are available to you each semester.
Course catalogues
Application, enrollment, visas, medical cover...
Students need to be nominated by their home universities.
You can find relevant information and the necessary information reagarding the application and registration process on the website of our International Office.
In addition, our International Office is here to help you with administrative and practical details concerning your study period in Germany, such as visas, temporary residence permits, opening bank accounts, medical cover etc.
Academic Calendar Winter Term and Summer Term
Winter semester
1 September - 28 February
Lecture period: 28 September 2026 - 22 January 2027
Application deadline:
1 May (ERASMUS)
15 May (Non-EU)
Arrival dates:
It is recommended that exchange students arrive before the start of lectures, at latest during the second week in September.
Summer semester
1 March - 31 August
Lecture period: 5 April 2027 - 9 July 2027
Application deadline:
1 November (ERASMUS)
15 November (Non-EU)
Arrival dates:
It is recommended that exchange students arrive before the start of lectures, at latest during the second week in March.
Housing and monthly costs
You can find relevant information on the website of our International Office.
Faculty Exchange Point
The Faculty Exchange Point is run by faculty students wanting to help you to make the most of your stay in Dortmund.
They can provide information on lectures, faculty staff, procedures und regulations with regard to the study programs and the faculty, housing and accommodation, etc.
You can, of course, always make an appointment by phone or email, if you need to speak to someone urgently.
Do not hesitate to send an email; they will be happy to help:
fep.business-studiesfh-dortmundde
Study Program Management
Pia Becker, M.A.
Do.: 12.00 - 14.00 Uhr
Weitere Termine nach vorheriger Vereinbarung per E-Mail.
