Business Administration Specialist (IHK)

Your professional development with prospects

The continuing education program to become a Certified Business Economist (IHK) prepares you for responsible tasks in middle management. You will learn to manage business processes, lead projects, and successfully manage teams—in a practical, flexible, and multilingual environment.

Key data at a glance

  • Locations: Nationwide
  • Course start dates: Late March and late September of each year
  • Duration: 10 months – 725 class hours
  • Class Times: Virtual classroom, some in-person instruction; live online classes
  • Target audience: People with and without an immigrant background who wish to further their business skills—language level B1, preferably B2
  • Financial Aid: assessed on a case-by-case basis, e.g., Aufstiegs-BAföG or other public financial aid programs

Who is this training suitable for?

The continuing education program is aimed at people who want to expand their commercial or organizational knowledge—even if it has been a long time since they completed their training.
It is ideal for anyone who wants to take on leadership responsibilities or qualify for the next step in their career in the business world.

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What you can expect

What you will learn with us

Business-related qualifications

  • Operational Management
  • Investment, Financing, Management Accounting, and Controlling
  • Logistics
  • Marketing and Sales
  • Leadership and Collaboration

Technical and action-specific qualifications

  • Production planning and control
  • Materials management and logistics
  • Quality and environmental management
  • Communication and teamwork skills
Your advantages with HBA
  • Modular continuing education courses up to DQR Level 5
  • IHK-Certified Business Administrator at DQR Level 6
  • German-Language Instruction with Native-Speaker Learning Support
  • Personalized Learning with AI Avatars
  • Learning materials in German and the student’s native language
  • Virtual Classroom with Live Instructors
  • and much more

Applying made easy

  • Contact us by email or phone

  • Submit your application materials

    (Curriculum vitae, language skills)

  • We invite you to a consultation

  • Once you've successfully registered, you can get started right away!

Your degree & career prospects

With the IHK qualification as a Certified Business Economist, you qualify at bachelor’s level (DQR 6).
You will acquire sought-after knowledge for management positions in industry, trade, and the service sector, significantly improving your career prospects.

Financial support

The Aufstiegs-BAföG (upgrading training assistance) can cover up to 90% of the course costs.
In addition, several federal states support further training with additional funding programs. Details on specific funding are only available in individual consultations.

Your future with HBA

Benefit from practical training, individual support, and modern learning methods.
Take an active role in shaping your professional future and become part of our learning community.

admission requirements

Completed vocational training + 1–3 years of relevant work experience
or
4 years of relevant professional experience

Examples:

  • 3 years of commercial training + 1 year of practical experience
  • 2 years of vocational training + 2 years of practical experience
  • 4 years of relevant professional experience without training

The provider of continuing education in Germany:
IHK Business Specialist

HBA – Your partner for successful continuing education in Germany!

Secure your place in our exclusive continuing education programs now and benefit from practical training, experienced instructors, and excellent career prospects! Whether you want to advance your career, explore a new industry, or expand your qualifications, HBA is your key to success!

Contact us today and start your continuing education with HBA!
Visit our website and register now!

Any questions? We’re happy to help.

Are you interested in one of our continuing education programs, or do you have questions about the process, prerequisites, or funding opportunities?
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