Dual Study Program (Duales Studium) in Business Administration - International Business (B.A.)

Are you ready to launch your career after finishing school and looking for a hands-on degree program at an international company that combines innovation with a strong focus on patients? Would you like to take on responsibility, shape your own projects and become part of a committed team? Then UCB is the right place for you!

Starting on 1 August 2027, we are offering a practice-oriented dual study program in Business Administration – International Business (B.A.) in partnership with DHBW Mannheim.

How your study program works

• Getting started in Monheim am Rhein: You will begin with a two-month onboarding period before your academic studies begin, giving you the opportunity to get to know UCB, your colleagues and your fellow dual students.
• Alternating theory and practice: Every three months, you will alternate between academic phases at DHBW in Mannheim and practical placements at UCB in Monheim.
• Program duration: 6 semesters (3 years)
• Start of studies at DHBW: October or November 2027, depending on the degree programme

Your practical placements – varied and tailored to you

Your training plan will be tailored to your interests and strengths. You will gain insight into a range of business functions, including:

• Human Resources (HR)
• Finance
• Marketing and Corporate Communications
• Digitalisation and Operational Excellence
• Market Access
• Drug Safety
• Medical and Quality
• and many other exciting departments!

• A general higher education entrance qualification (Abitur) or a university of applied sciences entrance qualification (Fachhochschulreife)
• Good to very good mathematics skills
• Good to very good written and spoken English
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• The ability to work independently and some initial professional experience, for example through internships or part-time jobs
• Active involvement in school or in extracurricular activities
• Motivation, a willingness to learn and a goal-oriented mindset
• A collaborative mindset, initiative and the ability to think outside the box

Important information

• German language skills are essential, as most communication and teaching throughout the dual study program will be in German.
• Applicants who are not German citizens or do not hold permanent residency must have a valid residence and work permit at the time of application.

• Attractive remuneration in line with the German chemical industry collective agreement
• Monthly allowance to support living expenses, such as housing costs
• Reimbursement of travel expenses for official transitions between academic and practical phases
• Holiday and Christmas bonuses
• Laptop for professional use
• Personal support from a buddy and mentor
• Training opportunities and seminars
• Subsidised meals in the company canteen
• Subsidised membership with a corporate fitness provider
• An agile, digital working environment with modern tools

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