Bachelor Information Systems

Program Overview

The program covers programming, computer science, information security, e-business technology, digital business, data science, and software engineering. Taught by experienced lecturers, the program features hands-on experience through projects and internships, with the opportunity to study abroad at partner universities. Graduates can pursue careers in system analysis, consulting, business analysis, project organization, and cybersecurity analysis.

Program Outline

This Bachelor program aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become sought-after IT specialists in national and international companies. Students will acquire exciting knowledge in the management of information systems, including Programming, Computer Science, Information Security, and E-Business Technology.

The program provides a business management basis with individual focus, offering lectures in areas such as digital business, data science, and software engineering. Students will also gain hands-on experience through consulting projects, workshops, and internships in Germany or abroad.

Objectives: To equip students with the knowledge and skills to

analyze data, develop data-driven solutions, and contribute to the

digital transformation of businesses.

Target Audience: Individuals interested in data analysis, machine learning, mathematical methods, and digital transformation.

Key Facts about this Program:

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• Program Name: B.Sc. Information Systems
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• Degree Awarded: Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
• Duration: 6 semesters (7 semesters with Global Track)
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• Start Dates: September (fall term) and March (spring term)

• Campus locations: Dortmund, Munich, Hamburg
• Accreditations: AACSB, FIBAA, German Accreditation Council
• Language of Instruction: 100% English
• Additional Languages: German is compulsory for international students, French, Italian or Spanish is compulsory for German-speaking students
• Practical Experience: 20 weeks of compulsory internships, workshops, excursions

• The application process consists of uploading certain documents, passing two brief online tests in Maths and English language and a short interview with ISM staff in which your motivation to study and the results from the online tests will be discussed.

Program Content B.Sc. Information Systems

1st Semester

Business Administration 1

Principles of Business Economics

• Introduction to Business Administration, Procurement & Production (2,5 ECTS)
• Marketing (2,5 ECTS)

Business Administration 2

Financial Reporting

• Financial Accounting (2,5 ECTS)
• Financial Reporting & Business Taxation (2,5 ECTS)

Mathematical Basics

• Business Mathematics (2,5 ECTS)
• Statistics 1 (2,5 ECTS)

Business English 1

• Business Correspondence (2 ECTS)

Programming 1

• Object-oriented Programming (5 ECTS)
• Mobile Application Development (3 ECTS)

Program Specifics:

Core Competencies

• Introduction to Information Systems (1 ECTS)
• Scientific Methods (1 ECTS)
• Calculation Software (1 ECTS)
• Rhetoric (1 ECTS)
• Project Management (1 ECTS)

Internship possible (6 ECTS)

2nd Semester

Business Administration 3: Managerial Accounting

• Investment & Financing (2,5 ECTS)
• Cost Accounting (2,5 ECTS)

Economics 1

Principles of Economics

• Microeconomics (2,5 ECTS)
• Macroeconomics (2,5 ECTS)

Applied Statistics

• Statistics 2 (2,5 ECTS)
• Market Research (2,5 ECTS)

Business English 2

• Moderation & Presentation (2 ECTS)

Program Specifics:

Informatics

• Computer Engineering & Science (3 ECTS)
• Communication Networks & Distributed Systems (2 ECTS)
• Hacking & IT Security (3 ECTS)

Web Engineering

• Web Application Development (5 ECTS)

Additional courses (on a voluntary basis)

• SPSS (statistical software)
• Additional foreign language (Italian, Spanish or French)

Internship possible (6 ECTS)

3rd Semester

Business Administration 4

Human Resources & Organization Management

• Human Resource Management (2,5 ECTS)
• Organization (2,5 ECTS)

Business Administration 5

Business Management

• Principles of Corporate Management (2,5 ECTS)
• Service Management (2,5 ECTS)

Economics 2

Basics of Political Economy

• Economic Policy (2,5 ECTS)
• Corporate Social Responsibility (2,5 ECTS)

Business English 3

• Negotiation (2 ECTS)

Program Specifics:

Business Information Systems 1

• Business Application Systems (3 ECTS)
• ERP Systems (2 ECTS)

Business Information Systems 2

• Database Systems (5 ECTS)
• IT Law & Data Protection (3 ECTS)

Additional courses (on a voluntary basis)

• ERP systems (SAP)
• Additional foreign language (Italian, Spanish or French)

Internship possible (6 ECTS)

4th Semester

Semester abroad (24 ECTS)

Internship possible (6 ECTS)

5th Semester

Software Engineering

• Software Architectures & Technology (4 ECTS)
• Usability & User Experience (3 ECTS)

E-Business

• E-Procurement (2 ECTS)
• Digital Process Management (2 ECTS)
• E-Commerce (2 ECTS)

Workshop/Practical Seminar (5 ECTS)

Elective Modules (1 of 2):

General Management

• Strategic Management (2 ECTS)
• Leadership & Motivation (2 ECTS)
• Crisis Management & Recapitalization (2 ECTS)

Business Communication

• Internal Communication (2 ECTS)
• Investor Relations (2 ECTS)
• Global Communications (2 ECTS)

Additional courses (on a voluntary basis)

• Standard software (Excel)
• Additional foreign language (Italian, Spanish or French)

Internship possible (6 ECTS)

6th Semester

Data Science

• Business Intelligence (2 ECTS)
• Business Analytics (2 ECTS)
• Business Modelling & Decision-Making Project (2 ECTS)

Digital Business

• IT Management (2 ECTS)
• Digital Business Models & Transformation (2 ECTS)
• Digital Services & Products (2 ECTS)

Elective Modules (1 of 2):

Corporate Structuring

• Investment Management (2 ECTS)
• Corporate Finance (2 ECTS)
• Mergers & Acquisitions (2 ECTS)

Consulting

• Consulting Instruments (2 ECTS)
• Management of Consulting Projects (2 ECTS)
• Consulting Project/Tender Pitch (2 ECTS)

BACHELOR THESIS (11 ECTS)

7th Semester

Second, optional semester abroad (Europe/overseas)

Teaching:

The program features exciting lectures in the areas of management fundamentals (business studies & economics), basic skills (rhetoric & project management), as well as industry-specific focal points. Students will learn from experienced lecturers from the business world and benefit from a personal teaching atmosphere in small learning groups.

Careers:

Graduates with a bachelor's degree in Information Systems (IS) can pursue a number of exciting career paths, including:

• System analyst
• Consultant
• Business analyst
• Project organization
• Cybersecurity analyst
• The field offers continuous learning and growth as technology rapidly evolves, providing ongoing challenges and opportunities for those with MIS expertise.

Other:

• The program includes intensive language training with English as the lecture language as well as optional lectures in French, Italian or Spanish.
• Students can choose to complete an integrated semester abroad at one of around 190 partner universities.
• ISM is AACSB accredited, which is an important seal of quality which certifies excellence in research and teaching.
• The program is highly international, with students from 84 nationalities and 30% international students.
• ISM has a network of more than 190 partner universities to choose for your semester(s) abroad.