The best of two worlds: Business management tools and valuable IT expertise are highly sought after in today’s top jobs. Those who can offer both are double winners. Nowadays, business IT specialists are indispensable key figures working at the controls of modern companies, who can advance the digitalisation of business thanks to their expertise.
Get into pole position for the best jobs and pursue a degree in Management Information Systems!
Curious what the Bachelor’s degree programme in Management Information Systems is all about?
Bachelor of Science (BSc)
General university entrance qualification, knowledge of German B2
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If you are wondering what kind of education and training will offer you outstanding opportunities on the labour market, we have the answer: Many students studying business administration or computer science are approached by headhunters while they are still studying and hired straight from the university.
Just imagine what your market value would be if you could offer both? For all those who want to be doubly equipped for their stellar corporate career, we can offer the Bachelor’s degree programme in Management Information Systems. It has the best of both worlds: We not only equip you with the essentials of business administration with all the trimmings such as marketing, human resource management, innovation management, finance & accounting, etc., but also with the principles of information technology and software development. Business information systems, which every modern company needs in this age of digitalisation, are what you enjoy and what you will excel at throughout your working life.
You will be taught by distinguished experts who are internationally renowned in their respective subjects. Do you want to know how e-commerce providers like Amazon work out what other products you might find interesting? Or how Big Data can be used in a commercially viable way? Our lecturers are not only among the top researchers, but they are also successful practitioners in the field.
We believe: You have the potential to roll up your sleeves and push companies into the fast lane in times of digitalisation!
General admission period for Bachelor’s degree programmes:
10 July 2023 to 5 September 2023
General admission period for Bachelor’s degree programmes:
08 January 2024 to 05 February 2024
Our student Anna Lena has the answer to your question!
This is what makes the degree programme so special
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We help you to acquire scientific skills, and you can use them to good effect: While some people become mere users of PCs, we will turn you into a visionary thinker, designer and, with plenty of freedom and scope for action in your professional life. The unique combination of business & IT will transform you into an indispensable employee!
…you’re mistaken: You can easily get started ! Although some do find it a bit challenging to get used to “thinking algorithmically” at the very beginning of their studies, and to understand the maths behind the computer science: Still, our students later tell us that it was well worth the effort to master the difficulties.
If you ever get stuck, or if you feel that the knowledge you learned at school is not enough, we can help you! We have dedicated preparation courses for this purpose: These focused workshops in maths and computer science will bring you up to speed and help you launch your studies. Taking advantage of these voluntary and free offers will also provide benefits later on: The preparation courses qualify as free elective subjects.
In Klagenfurt you can study at your own pace. To help you follow your path with confidence, we keep it clear of (bureaucratic) stumbling blocks and barriers. If you wish to reach your goal quickly and efficiently, we will always be there to support you. Our recommended course of study will guide you through the semesters. You work your way through the curriculum – making the most of opportunities to broaden your horizons and without wasting time. If you would like to know which courses await you before you start, take a look at the wide range of seminars and lectures.
Programme structure: a tabular overview
| Subject | Designation | ECTS credits |
| Pflichtfächer (Required subjects) | Principles of Business Administration | 40 |
| Principles of Informatics and Software Development | 42 | |
| Principles of Information Management and Research Methodology | 11 | |
| Business Information Systems | 23 | |
| Introduction into Gender Studies | 1 | |
| Gebundene Wahlfächer (Restricted electives) | Basic scientific competences | 4 |
| Mathematics and Statistics | 12 | |
| Legal Principles | 8 | |
| Specialisation in Applied Informatics | 6 | |
| Specialisation in Business Administration | 8 | |
| Competence Expansion | 8 | |
| Freie Wahlfächer (Unrestricted electives) | 9 | |
| Bachelor thesis | Must be done wihin a seminar. More information can be found in the curriculum. | 6+2 |
| Total | 180 |
Introductory orientation period (STEOP)
The introductory orientation period (STEOP) provides students with an overview of the key content of the degree programme and its further progression, and provides an objective basis for making decisions with regard to the choice of programmes of study. The STEOP courses take place in the first semester and are listed in Section 9 of the curriculum. Prior to completing the introductory orientation period, additional courses worth up to 22 ECTS credits may be taken.
Recommended course of study
Important note regarding lecture courses scheduled on a cyclical basis: Although certain lecture courses are only offered once a year, the corresponding examinations can be taken year-round on specific dates.
1. Semester (Starting in the winter semester)
| SUBJECT | ECTS | Course number + title | Course type |
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STEOP |
4 | Einführung in die Betriebswirtschaftslehre | VO |
| 0 | Tutorium Einführung in die Betriebswirtschaftslehre | TU+ | |
| 2 | Einführung in die Informatik | VO | |
| 4 | Einführung in die Informatik | UE*+ | |
| 0 | Tutorium zu Einführung in die Informatik | TU+ | |
| § 9 (1) Principles of Business Administration | 2 | Externes Rechnungswesen I: Grundlagen der Buchhaltung und Bilanzierung | VO |
| 0 | Tutorium Externes Rechnungswesen I: Grundlagen der Buchhaltung und Bilanzierung | TU | |
| 2 | Internes Rechnungswesen I (Grundlagen der Kostenrechnung) | VI* | |
| §9 (2) Principles of Informatics and Software Development | 2 | Einführung in die strukturierte und objektbasierte Programmierung | VO |
| 4 | Einführung in die strukturierte und objektbasierte Programmierung | UE*+ | |
| 0 | Tutorium zu Einführung in die strukturierte und objektbasierte Programmierung | TU+ | |
| § 10 (7) Mathematics and Statistics | 4 | Methoden I: Mathematik | VO |
| 2 | Methoden I: Mathematik | KS | |
| 0 | Tutorium zu Methoden I: Mathematik | TU | |
| § 10 (8) Legal Principles | 4 |
Grundzüge des Rechts der Datenverarbeitung | VP* |
| Total | 30 |
* compulsory attendance
+ choose only one course
| SUBJECT | ECTS | Course number + title | Course type |
| § 9 (1) Principles of Business Administration | 4 | Financial Accounting | VO |
| 0 | Tutorium Financial Accounting (Bilanzierung) | TU | |
| 4 | Externes Rechnungswesen II: Management Accounting I (Bilanzierung) | KS*+ | |
| 4 | Internes Rechnungswesen II (Management Accounting II) | KS*+ | |
| 0 | Tutorium Internes Rechnungswesen II (Management Accounting II) | TU+ | |
| § 9 (2) Principles of Informatics and Software Development | 2 | Objektorientierte Modellierung und Implementierung | VO |
| 4 | Objektorientierte Modellierung und Implementierung | UE*+ | |
| 0 | Tutorium zu Objektorientierter Modellierung und Implementierung | TU | |
| 2 | Datenbanken | VO | |
| 4 | Datenbanken | UE*+ | |
| § 9 (5) Introduction into Gender Studies | 1 | Einführung in Gender Diversity | VO |
| § 10 (7) Mathematics and Statistics | 4 | Methoden II: Statistik | VO |
| 2 | Methoden II: Statistik | KS*+ | |
| Total | 31 |
* compulsory attendance
+ choose only one course
There are no limits to your personal development. Enjoy the freedom that only a university degree can offer you and expand your horizons beyond your academic studies. You can pick and choose which competences will set you apart in the future. We have lots to offer, for instance:
Continue to browse through this overview of all the elective subjects.
Admission to the degree programme must take place before the end of the general admission period (winter semester: 5 September | summer semester: 5 February).
A late admission until 31 October (winter semester) or 31 March (summer semester) can only be granted in exceptional circumstances.
You do not have to go through a special admission procedure to start the Bachelor‘s degree in Management Information Systems in Klagenfurt. Simply enrol and get stuck in!
You only have to meet the following conditions, which also apply to all other programmes:
Prospective students who apply for admission to a German-language degree programme and whose first language is not German must provide evidence of German language proficiency no lower than level A2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) at the time of application.
German courses and exams are offered as part of the VAAU preparatory course by the Language Center German in Austria.
General admission period for Bachelor’s degree programmes:
10 July 2023 to 5 September 2023
General admission period for Bachelor’s degree programmes:
08 January 2024 to 05 February 2024
First of all: Excellent job prospects lie in store for you when you graduate from the Bachelor‘s programme in Management Information Systems. Doubly qualified experts in business administration AND computer science are highly sought after on the job market and the headhunters working for major companies recruit graduates through our numerous career projects. After completing your studies, you can work in the following fields, among others:
You’ll soon discover this: Graduates and students from the University of Klagenfurt have many interesting careers.
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contentredakteur2020-12-22 17:01:412021-01-11 08:13:39Management Information Systems: The best of two worldsWe won’t abandon you, especially at the start of your studies!
The information and communication technology industry is global: So, whether you want to or work in e-commerce product development in Silicon Valley after graduation or support European companies in making better use of Big Data, the world is yours to explore. Complete a semester abroad during your studies and spend it at one of the university’s 250 or so partner universities. You won’t need to worry about your finances – we have plenty of scholarships on offer.
Once you have completed the Bachelor's degree programme in Management Information Systems you can continue straight on to the successor programme “Information Management”. You can also choose from one of the following alternatives:
Can I start my studies even if I don’t have any prior knowledge? How can I prepare for my degree programme?
What is most important when starting your studies is that you have an interest in and a curiosity about the field of study and the subject area. No prior knowledge is required. If you are still unsure, simply attend one of our technology preparation courses. Here, you can refresh your knowledge of computer science and mathematics along with other first-year students. The course is free of charge and will be credited as part of your studies.
Is the degree programme in Management Information Systems the right one for me?
Are you interested in digitalisation, in particular the technical and economic aspects of digitalisation in companies and do you see this as a potential career opportunity? Are you interested in software development, project management and the implementation of IT projects in companies? If you would like to study a blend of computer science and business administration, then this degree programme is perfect for you.
What career opportunities or career prospects do I have after graduating?
The career profiles are many and varied and there are plenty of doors open to you after your studies. For instance, you could work in the production and development of information technology systems, IT services and software production, the sale and marketing of information technology systems, or in public administration, such as the maintenance and monitoring of the systems currently in use.
Can I study abroad at another university for a semester or a year?
We have more than 250 partner universities worldwide. If you would like to study somewhere else for a while, the world is wide open – make the most of this opportunity! Further information: Study abroad
How do I start my academic studies at the University of Klagenfurt?
Our check list will help you to get started. We have compiled everything you need to know here – from registering online right up to enrolling for a degree programme.
I am attending a secondary technical school (HTL). Is it possible to get academic credit for subjects I have taken at school?
Students at a HTL who have passed certain subjects at secondary level may be able to transfer credit so that it counts towards certain courses run by the university. If you have any questions about a credit transfer, the Programme Director responsible for your chosen programme will be happy to help (e-mail: spl-infmgt [at] aau [dot] at).
Where can I find additional information? Who can I contact with questions?
You can find additional information about the degree programme by reading the curriculum or by visiting the Study Technology webpage. If you have any other questions, the Programme Director will be happy to help (e-mail: spl-infmgt [at] aau [dot] at).
Can I work while I study?
The degree programme in Management Information Systems is, just like all other programmes of study at the University of Klagenfurt, a full-time programme with a large share of attendance-based classes. However, in lecture courses, for example, you are not required to attend, and the teaching and learning materials are often available electronically via our campus system. For most other types of courses (e.g. seminars, introductory seminars, exercises) attendance is mandatory. The courses usually take place on different days and at different times. You can arrange your own individual schedule.
So, if you are already in an advanced semester, it is quite possible to work part-time at the same time – this may delay the overall duration of your studies slightly. We therefore recommend that you keep any part-time work as limited as possible during your first few semesters.
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