
FOM Hochschule für Berufstätige · Essen, Germany
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Der Bachelor-Studiengang Wirtschaftspsychologie (B.Sc.) richtet sich an alle, die berufsbegleitend oder dual neben der Ausbildung studieren möchten und verstehen wollen, wie psychologisches Wissen wirtschaftlich wirksam wird.
Im Studium beschäftigst du dich mit dem Verhalten von Konsumentinnen und Konsumenten, Mitarbeitenden und Führungskräften und lernst, psychologische Erkenntnisse für Marketing, HR und Organisation praktisch anzuwenden. Du kannst im 4. und 5. Semester zwischen Vertiefungen wählen; der Abschluss eröffnet dir zudem vielfältige Karrierewege an der Schnittstelle von Psychologie und Wirtschaft und qualifiziert für ein anschließendes Master-Studium.
180 ECTS bachelor programme in Wirtschaftspsychologie (B.Sc.) with a multi-semester module plan and a final Bachelor thesis.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | ECTS / CP | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Compulsory foundational modules | Allgemeine BWL (Grundlagen der Betriebswirtschaftslehre) | ||
| Einführung in die Psychologie (Grundlagen der Wirtschaftspsychologie) | ||||
| Grundlagen der Wirtschaftswissenschaften (Grundlagen der Volkswirtschaftslehre) | ||||
| Statistik 1 | ||||
| Semester 2 | Compulsory foundational modules and applied psychology basics | Wahrnehmung und Kognition | ||
| Lernen, Emotion und Motivation | ||||
| Statistik 2 | ||||
| Schlüsselkompetenzen & Berufsbild | ||||
| Semester 3 | Compulsory economics and organisational psychology modules | Personal & Organisation (Personalmanagement) | ||
| Unternehmensführung (Management) | ||||
| Marketing (Marktbearbeitung) | ||||
| Professional English 1 | ||||
| Semester 4 | Compulsory methods, research planning and applied business psychology modules | Studienplanung & qualitative Forschung (Studienplanung) | ||
| Anwendungsorientierte Datenanalyse 1 | ||||
| Sozialpsychologie | ||||
| Organisation und Prozessmanagement (Geschäftsprozess- und Qualitätsmanagement) | ||||
| Semester 5 | Compulsory advanced modules and language | Differentielle Psychologie und Diagnostik | ||
| Klinische Psychologie & Gesundheitspsychologie (Grundlagen Klinische Psychologie) | ||||
| Professional English 2 | ||||
| Projektmanagement | ||||
| Semesters 6–7 | Bachelor thesis and final practical/research preparation | Bachelor Thesis | ||
| Total | Compulsory modules across semesters and final Bachelor Thesis | |||
For graduates in Wirtschaftspsychologie in Germany, an employability rate of about 82% and an unemployment rate of about 18% typically reflect steady hiring demand for people who can combine psychological insights with business application.
Together, these figures suggest a reasonably stable career outlook, especially when you align your Vertiefung with the roles you target after graduation.
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Higher education entrance qualification or equivalent | You need a recognised higher education entrance qualification. The FOM admissions guidance lists Abitur or Fachabitur, or alternatively a completed vocational qualification with at least 3 years of relevant professional experience, or a recognised professional advancement qualification such as a Meister or Fachwirt. |
| Current professional or training engagement | For Bachelor programs at FOM, you generally need a current full-time or part-time professional activity. As an alternative, the university points applicants to the FOM special program “Study into the Job” to help start the bachelor path while you arrange an appropriate placement or activity. |
| English requirement for full-time study (if applicable) | FOM’s general admission guidance for full-time study states that English level B2 is required, and the proof must be provided by the end of the first semester. This requirement is tied to FOM’s described full-time study path and may not apply if you study under a different model for this program. |
The program Wirtschaftspsychologie (B.Sc.) is taught in German. International applicants who need English-taught study options should check whether the university can offer English-taught modules for your study model; otherwise you must plan for German-language learning for participation in German-taught courses.
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | EUR 15330 / total program | Gesamtgebühr: 15.330 Euro zahlbar in 42 Monatsraten à 365 Euro. |
| Exam fee | EUR 500 / one time | Einmalige Prüfungsgebühr in Höhe von 500 Euro (fällig am Ende des Studiums). |
To study at FOM, you must show sufficient funds for tuition payments and living costs. For Germany, you may also need to submit financial proof for your visa/residence permit process; prepare your documents according to the current requirements from the responsible German authority.
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| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
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| Semester begins | September 01, 2026 | March 01, 2027 |
| Milestone | September - Winter intake | March - Summer intake |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
Review the FOM Bachelor admissions conditions and ensure you meet the stated route for university admission qualification. Check whether you need to align your situation with the stated requirement for current full-time or part-time activity, or whether the university’s special support program “Study into the Job” is relevant for you. If any part of your foreign qualifications is unclear, contact FOM Study Advice early so you can plan document preparation in time.
Gather your passport and your documents that prove eligibility for Bachelor entry (school-leaving qualification and/or completed vocational training and evidence of required experience/advancement). Make sure your documents clearly show dates and qualifications so the university can assess them. Prepare to submit documents according to the online application requirements and upload format requested by FOM.
Submit your application through the official FOM online application flow during the published window. Complete all fields carefully and upload the required documents in the required format. Keep a copy of your submission confirmation and track any follow-up requests from the university.