Overview
KLU, one of the top 5% of business schools worldwide (AACSB-accredited), is your launchpad for a future-proof career in any industry you dream. Our BSc in Business Administration gives you far more than core business skills: you develop KLU’s unique Operations Mindset – critical, data-driven and action-oriented, ideal for the fast-changing, AI-driven economy. You’ll study fully in English in small classes with classmates from across the world, enjoying a vibrant campus life that’s both fun and full of purpose. Student clubs, events, and close faculty support create a meaningful community where you build friendships and networks that last well beyond graduation.
An integrated internship and semester abroad give you hands-on experience and a global perspective, while KLU’s strong employer ties help you move confidently into top master’s programs or the job market. Whether you dream of building your own business, you aspire to work for a top company or you decide to keep diving into a specific topic with further education, our BSc in Business Administration is the perfect foundation for your career.
Lead the Way in Planning Sustainable Development on a Global Scale
In today’s world, businesses are expected to do more than just turn a profit – they need to operate responsibly and sustainably. From reducing greenhouse-gas emissions to ensuring fair labor practices, sustainability, fairness and solidarity are key factors in modern business. More and more companies are making sustainability a core part of their brand, responding to growing customer demands for ethical practices. As a result, sustainable management is now more in demand than ever. In short, today’s companies don’t just need to succeed – they also need to do it ethically.
Our Bachelor of Science in Business Administration is the perfect foundation for launching an international career. And with the profile “Sustainable Management” you’ll be ready to lead the way to a more sustainable future.
For all general program information, please refer to our main program page.
Dive right in with classes on:
- Chinese, Spanish or German
- Empirical Research Methods
- Non-Profit Management
- Sustainable New Product Development and Design Thinking
- Corporate Social Responsibility and Business Ethics
- Sustainable Supply Chains
Get ready for a career in global sustainability:
- Tackle the challenges of working with people in international organizations.
- Apply business ethics to your everyday work.
- Communicate in a foreign language while gaining intercultural skills.
- Collect, analyze and report data, providing actionable recommendations.
- Understand the key trends in and workings of the non-profit sector.
- Incorporate sustainability into new product development and design thinking.
- Apply sustainable strategies to complex business processes.
KLU's Operations Mindset:
Building on our heritage in logistics, all our programs foster the unique KLU Operations Mindset. This mindset embodies several core principles that will make you ready to tackle any challenge up the road. You’ll be combining academic excellence with a hands-on approach. You will learn to work systematically and data-driven managing details while maintaining a strategic view. You will be ready, to be a sustainable and responsible contemporary leader, no matter in which sector or function.
You want to discover the world?
Embark on an unforgettable journey by choosing from over 60 renowned partner institutions worldwide.
- Broaden your horizons with new courses at another university abroad.
- Experience new cultures firsthand and engage in activities you’ve never imagined.
- Forge lasting friendships with students from all corners of the globe.
- Enhance your language skills in your free time (all courses are taught in English).
- Enjoy a life-changing experience that will make your time as a student truly unique and memorable.
Curious how to make the most of your time abroad? Check out our blog post: 5 Keys to Maximize Your International Experience.
International Experience
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Interested? Just contact us at study@klu.org – we’d love to hear from you and help you get started!
Check out our Summer Open Day, and other events at klu.org/events to get a taste of what studying with us is like!
Accreditation
KLU is among the top five percent of business schools worldwide, as per AACSB accreditation.
Find out more info about our full list of accreditations here: Quality Labels & Rankings · KLU
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Visit programme websiteProgramme Structure
Curriculum includes:
- Human Resources Management
- Empirical Research Methods
- Chinese, Spanish or German
- Non-Profit Management
- Sustainable New Product Development and Design Thinking
- Business Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility
- Sustainable Supply Chains
Check out the full curriculum
Visit programme websiteKey information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , National
- Apply before , International
- Apply before , EEA/EU
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- Early-bird deadline (10% tuition discount): January 15
- International (non-EU) applicants: March 31 (recommended)
Language
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Credits
Intensive Track: 210
Delivered
Campus Location
- Hamburg, Germany
Disciplines
Business Administration Sustainable Development Supply Chain Management & Logistics View 7 other Bachelors in Sustainable Development in GermanyExplore more key information
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
High school diploma/school leaving certificate (qualifying you for admission to German universities).
- English language proficiency B2 - Check out the requirements.
- Interview - Meet our admissions team and faculty.
- Depending on your country of origin, there may be additional requirements – feel free to ask.
Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents14600 EUR / year≈ 14600 EUR / year -
EU/EEA Applies to you
Applies to youEU/EEA Nationals14600 EUR / year≈ 14600 EUR / year
Additional Details
Intensive Track: 8150€
Living costs
Hamburg
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Scholarships
At KLU, we’re committed to helping you achieve your academic goals with a range of scholarships:
- We offer a limited number of merit-based and need-based scholarships.
- Sports scholarships are available for German and international top-athletes.
- Students with grants from gifted education institutions (Begabtenförderwerke) can apply for a full tuition fee waiver.
- We proudly offer support to students from refugee communities in Hamburg.
Be sure to check out the specific criteria for each scholarship and see which opportunities are the best fit for you!
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Scholarships Information
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