Industrial Engineering and Management, B.Eng. Full-time
Charakter Fresenius Hochschule · Frankfurt am Main, Germany
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
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In the bachelor’s program in Industrial Engineering and Management (B.Eng.), you learn how to understand and connect technical and business processes and actively shape digital transformation. This enables you to take on key roles at the intersection of development, production, and management in both domestic and international markets.
The curriculum includes introductory courses in engineering, business administration, and mathematics, followed by advanced content in topics such as digital transformation, quantitative methods, and data analytics. In the program’s later semesters, you can choose specializations and complete a practical focus through project work, laboratories, and an optional practical semester.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Builds the foundation with Mathematics and Statistics I, Mathematics and Statistics II, and Microeconomics for data-driven engineering decision-making.
- Introduces key engineering fundamentals including Fundamentals of Physics and Engineering, Technical Mechanics for Industrial Engineers, and Operating systems and computer architectures.
- Develops digital and programming foundations with Basic Principles of Computer Science & Programming with Python and Data Science and Data Analytics.
- Specialisation phase with Specialization I (choose 1 out of 4) and Specialization II (choose 1 out of 4), each worth 20 CP.
- Applies interdisciplinary methods in Digital Project Management and Practical Project (project report and presentation).
- Develops practical, industry-relevant skills through focused topics such as Digital Transformation and Change Management and Automation and digitalization in the industry.
- Career preparation modules (Career Prep I, Career Prep II, Career Prep III) support professional communication, networking, and personal branding.
- Includes Compulsory Elective I (choose 1 out of 5) and Bachelor’s Thesis (12 CP).
- Offers an internship-based option for an extended study path (7th semester option) with Long-term internship and internship report.
Curriculum
B.Eng. (Full-time) study plan for Industrial Engineering and Management totaling 180 CP across Semester 1 to Semester 6 (option for a 7th semester noted in the study plan).
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | ECTS / CP | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Compulsory modules | International Business and Strategic Management | 5 | 30 |
| Bookkeeping and Cost Accounting | 5 | |||
| Mathematics and Statistics I | 5 | |||
| Fundamentals of Physics and Engineering | 5 | |||
| Career Prep I: Business Communication in English oder German Language | 5 | |||
| Academic Writing, Self and Time Management | 5 | |||
| Semester 2 | Compulsory modules | Financing and Investment Appraisal | 5 | 30 |
| Mathematics and Statistics II | 5 | |||
| Microeconomics | 5 | |||
| Technical Mechanics for Industrial Engineers | 5 | |||
| Operating systems and computer architectures | 5 | |||
| Digital Project Management and Practical Project | 5 | |||
| Semester 3 | Compulsory modules | Macroeconomics | 5 | 30 |
| Digital Transformation and Change Management | 5 | |||
| Data Science and Data Analytics | 5 | |||
| Electrical and Digital Engineering for Industrial Engineers | 5 | |||
| Basic Principles of Computer Science & Programming with Python | 5 | |||
| Automation and digitalization in the industry | 5 | |||
| Semester 4 | Specialization (Specialization I) plus compulsory module | Specialization I (choose 1 out of 4) | 20 | 30 |
| International and Intercultural Studies | 5 | |||
| Machine Elements for Industrial Engineers | 5 | |||
| Semester 5 | Specialization (Specialization II) plus compulsory elective option | Specialization II (choose 1 out of 4) | 20 | 30 |
| Compulsory Elective I (choose 1 out of 5) | 5 | |||
| Career Prep II: Strategic Networking and Personal Branding | 3 | |||
| Career Prep III: Career Ecosystem | 2 | |||
| Semester 6 | Project/final modules and bachelor thesis | Contributions to Industrial Engineering | 5 | 32 |
| Global Supply Chain Management and Logistics | 5 | |||
| Technical Sales and Marketing | 5 | |||
| Bachelor‘s Thesis | 12 | |||
| Internship or Voluntary Work (choose within compulsory elective track where applicable) | 5 | |||
| Total | Compulsory modules, Specialization I and II (choose 2 out of 4), Compulsory Elective I (choose 1 out of 5), and Bachelor‘s Thesis (plus internship/optional study options noted in the study plan). | 180 CP | ||
Career outcomes
- You train for cross-functional roles where engineers combine technical understanding with business and digital transformation knowledge.
- The program’s focus on project work and digital transformation equips you to become job-ready for positions such as Product and Project Manager, System Analyst, and Supply Chain Manager.
- You gain practical learning through labs, project-based modules, and career preparation components that help you present your skills professionally from early stages.
- With specialist options (for example in Production and Logistics, Industry 4.0, Technical Services, and International Management), you graduate with a profile aligned to how modern industry operates.
- You build applied skills in quantitative methods and data analytics alongside engineering fundamentals, helping you support optimisation and decision-making in real organisations.
Employability rate
Industrial engineering and management graduates in Germany typically see an employability rate of around 86% and an unemployment rate of about 14%, reflecting steady demand for engineering and operations-focused talent in industry and service sectors.
Together, these figures point to a generally stable outlook with reliable hiring opportunities for graduates who can combine technical and business execution skills.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Recognised university entrance qualification (foreign qualifications accepted) | International applicants need a recognised university entrance qualification to study this bachelor’s programme, as stated by the university for foreign applicants. If the entrance qualification does not meet German requirements, the university may offer its own entrance examination route for international applicants. |
Language requirements
For this English-language bachelor’s programme, international applicants must prove English language skills at least at CEFR Level B2, using recognised certificates.
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💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | EUR 0 / per year | |
| Semester fee | EUR 0 / per semester |
Proof of financial resources
To apply for a German student visa and enrol, you must provide official evidence that you have sufficient funds for living costs in Germany. The university publishes the required amount for proof of financial resources.
- Proof of financial resources amount: EUR 11,208 per year (EUR 934 per month)
- Common solution is a blocked account (blocked account rules apply for visa purposes)
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | October - Winter intake | April - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A | N/A |
| Semester begins | N/A | N/A |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | October - Winter intake | April - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | October - Winter intake | April - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Submit your online application
Apply via the university’s application portal during the published application window. For international applicants with a foreign university entrance qualification, upload at least your CV and your secondary school leaving certificate to the portal.
Complete the required application uploads
After you submit, ensure all required documents are uploaded in the correct format. The university states that, for their assessment, you must upload at least the CV and the relevant school-leaving certificate within the next 10 days after applying with a foreign qualification.
Admission interview (if you meet requirements)
If you fulfil the admission requirements, your personal study advisor invites you to an admission interview. The university states that this interview is not a knowledge test and is used to understand your motivation and reasons for choosing the university.
Receive study contract and proceed to next steps
After the admission interview, the university sends you a study contract with details of the next steps. If you need a residence permit for Germany, plan visa steps early and ensure you can provide the required proof of financial resources for the student visa process.