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Dual study programme in Business Informatics (B.Sc.)

Start your dual study programme in an environment that brings business and IT together to create digital solutions people can trust. With us, you will learn how modern information systems and application systems are developed and deployed in businesses to make processes more efficient and secure. Whether data analysis, business process management or IT strategy – you will be actively helping to shape the future of digitalisation.

Overview of our dual study programme in Business Informatics

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Locations & companies: 

The dual study programme is offered at two locations: In Berlin at Bundesdruckerei GmbH (in cooperation with the Berlin School of Economics and Law, HWR Berlin) and in Bonn at Xecuro GmbH (in cooperation with Rheinische Hochschule Cologne). 

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Remuneration: 

Your remuneration during the dual study programme depends on the group company you join. There may also be contributions towards tuition fees; you can find all the details below. 

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Start & duration

The dual study programme at Bundesdruckerei GmbH starts on 1 October each year, while at Xecuro GmbH it starts on 1 September. It lasts three years (six semesters) and combines varied theory phases at the university with exciting practical phases in the company. 

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Required school-leaving qualification: 

You hold a general university entrance qualification or an entrance qualification for universities of applied sciences and have strong mathematical skills. Initial experience or basic knowledge in computer science is an advantage, but not required. 

Your responsibilities in the Business Informatics dual study programme

From business intelligence to cyber security: in your dual study programme in Business Informatics, you combine business expertise with technological understanding. You will learn how information and application systems are planned, developed and optimised, and how they help drive business success. You will also work on business process management, data management, IT security and the analysis of complex business processes. 

Your tasks in detail:

  • You contribute to projects that advance digitalisation, security and innovation, helping to create modern IT solutions with real added value.
  • You will analyse business processes and develop suitable IT application systems that make workflows more efficient and open up new possibilities.
  • You will gain valuable insights into exciting fields such as IT architectures, information systems, databases, information security and cloud applications, building a broad technical foundation.
  • You will support the introduction of new systems and the optimisation of existing processes to improve IT landscapes on a lasting basis.
  • You will gain practical experience at the interface between IT and management – from working on projects to helping shape processes during practical phases with our partner companies.

What you will learn during your Business Informatics dual study programme

In the Business Informatics dual study programme, you will acquire a unique combination of business knowledge and IT expertise. You will learn how digital technologies move businesses forward, from analysing and optimising business processes to developing and implementing modern information systems and application systems. 

You’ll build a strong foundation in computer science, including programming, databases, IT security and system architectures, and expand your knowledge through specialisations, elective modules and practice-oriented assignments. The curriculum covers topics such as project management, IT management, business process management, software engineering, business intelligence and digitalisation.

During the practical phases with our partner institutions, you will apply your theoretical knowledge directly, shape processes and develop innovative IT solutions. Your goal: to become an expert at the interface between business and IT, and actively shape the professional profile of a modern business informatics specialist.

Starting together: Highlights from our induction day

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A warm welcome to our new talents

Karina Hollmann, Head of Department, and Sven Krausch, Head of New Talent, welcome the new apprentices and students.
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Sharing experiences

Everyone introduces themselves and shares a little about who they are. This sparks the first conversations and helps people discover common interests.
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Building connections

Meeting new people and making contacts. After all, a strong network often starts on day one.
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Team building

Laughing, listening and taking part together – helping the team bond right from the start.
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Getting to know each other

An icebreaker activity gives everyone the chance to get to know each other personally straight away. This quickly turns a group of new faces into a team.
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Our New Talent team

Jasmin Schubert, Sophia Raatz, Sabine Besser, Friederike Ortmann, Sven Krausch

The training programme of our Business Informatics dual study programme

The dual study programme at Bundesdruckerei GmbH begins in the winter semester on 1 October at HWR Berlin. At Xecuro GmbH in Bonn, you start on 1 September in cooperation with Rheinische Hochschule Köln (University of Applied Sciences). The programme lasts six semesters (three years) and regularly alternates between theory phases at the university and exciting practical phases at the workplace. 

At university, you will gain the theoretical foundation: from business administration and IT management through to computer science modules such as programming, databases, IT security, information systems and application systems. During the practical phases with our partner companies, you will put this knowledge into practice: you will analyse business processes, support the introduction of new systems, develop concepts for IT application systems and contribute to projects focused on digitalisation, security and cloud technologies.

Your remuneration during the dual study programme in Business Informatics

We offer an attractive remuneration package that increases with each year of study. In addition, you receive holiday pay, an annual bonus and, where applicable, support towards tuition fees.

At Bundesdruckerei GmbH, your remuneration based on a 35-hour workweek is: 

  • 1. Year: €1,241.36
  • 2. Year: €1,307.80
  • 3. Year: €1,522.58

At Xecuro GmbH, your remuneration based on a 40-hour workweek is: 

  • 1. Year: €1,421.03
  • 2. Year: €1,497.09
  • 3. Year: €1,742.95

You will also benefit from 30 days of annual leave and regular working hours. Sports partnerships, workshops and qualification opportunities complement your studies and prepare you optimally for your career.

Your profile to qualify for the Business Informatics degree programme

Would you like to actively shape the digital world and are you interested in both business and information technology? Then you already have the ideal foundation for your studies with us! 

  • You hold a general higher education entrance qualification or the entrance qualification for universities of applied sciences, ideally with good grades in maths and computer science
  • You are interested in business, software development and new technologies
  • You think logically, work in a structured way and analyse problems systematically
  • You have the skills needed to understand and optimise IT and business processes
  • You have perseverance, are motivated and learn quickly
  • You want to complete a solid education in a modern, future-oriented profession and to deepen your knowledge through targeted specialisations

Our Benefits

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Variety and fun

Theory and practice alternate throughout your studies. You can contribute your own ideas and discover where your strengths really lie.

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Personalised support

Buddies and mentors support you both personally and professionally throughout the entire programme, especially when choosing your elective modules and areas of specialisations.

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Strong team spirit:

After successfully completing your studies, we offer employment for at least six months, with very good chances of long-term career opportunities.

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Guaranteed employment

After successfully completing your studies, we offer employment for at least six months, with very good chances of long-term career opportunities.

Your application for the dual study programme in Business Informatics

You apply online via our careers portal. Once we receive your documents, there will be a selection test that assesses your subject-specific skills. If you pass this test successfully, an interview will follow. Shortly afterwards, you’ll receive feedback – and, if successful, your place on the programme. 

And if everything works out: Welcome to the team at the Bundesdruckerei Group – a partner institution that combines theory and practice perfectly. Apply now for one of our sought-after places and start your career as an aspiring economist with a strong industry focus.

Required documents for your application

  • Cover letter
  • CV
  • Certificates
  • Assessment of work and social behaviour (if available)
  • Proof of internships 
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Apprenticeship und Study Programme

Do you have any questions about our apprenticeships?

Then send us an email (recruiting@bdr.de) or call our application hotline.

+49 (0)30 2598 - 2350