Bachelor in Computational Business Analytics (BSc)

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About the programme

Our Bachelor of Science in Computational Business Analytics is designed for students seeking a dynamic technology-focused business career. Being able to understand the manifold contexts of managerial decision-making and combining that with deep knowledge of data analysis techniques is an increasingly valuable skill set for a successful career in many industries. With the emergence of big data, companies see themselves confronted with highly complex decision-making problems that require experts that are able to speak fluently to both decision-makers as well as data scientists.

Business Analytics is concerned with the development and application of quantitative approaches to support managerial decision-making. Experts in this domain are familiar with different methods for data collection and acquisition, they are able to analyze data and build statistical models, and they can translate the outcomes of data analyses to actionable recommendations for managers. On top of this, they need to have a thorough understanding of the different areas of management, including accounting, finance, marketing, and operations.

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How is Business Analytics and Data Science used?

• Image and speech recognition (e.g., Facebook’s photo tagging, Amazon Alexa)
• Search engines (e.g., Google)
• Recommendation management (e.g., Amazon, Netflix, Booking.com)
• Design of production and logistics services (e.g., Rewe home delivery, Intel’s chip factories)
• Automated processes (e.g., credit card approval, sports betting)
• Sales and demand forecasts (e.g., Zara, Roche)

This programme is the right thing for you if

• you are interested in new and innovative technologies and their application in the business world
• you have strong analytical skills and want to work on interesting and important problems
• you are hands-on and like to work with computers
• you are eager to discover the benefits and challenges of big data

Our Bachelor in Computational Business Analytics curriculum provides students with the skills required to succeed in a career where data science meets the needs of contemporary business. Students will take core business and data science modules and learn how to combine their knowledge in the professional world.

Our Bachelor in Computational Business Analytics (BSc) is taught completely in English and studied full-time. This means you will have a normal 4 to 5-day a week schedule. Of course this can vary each semester, however usually you would have at least 1 day off during the week (lectures can take place between Monday and Saturday). It is also possible to take on a student working job on the side of our full-time model.

Our Bachelor in Computational Business Analytics (BSc) applies a practical approach to your studies by preparing you for the realities of data science in the working world. We do this by strengthening your statistical, mathematical and computational skills, and through exposing you to every day working life as part of our cooperative company projects. 

The 5th semester abroad is an integral part of the Bachelor of Science. Firstly, you will go study at one of our over 100 partner universities. This will be an exciting and challenging experience. Every partner university offers different opportunities. The Frankfurt School International Office will support you with organising your semester abroad.

You will then also do an internship abroad which will allow you to gain practical experience around the world. The internship can be done in a different country from where your exchange university is located. Our Career Services will assist and support you during your search for an internship.

We strongly recommend you apply as early as possible, however no later than June 30th if you would like to be guaranteed a spot in our Bachelor of Science programme. You are required to provide us with all necessary documents and successfully complete our application process.

Applications after June 30th will still be considered, however places will be assigned depending on availability and academic merit.

You must fulfil the following requirements before the start of your studies:

1. Complete a Secondary School Diploma (e.g. German Abitur, Fachhochschulreife, IB, EB or equivalent) - If you have not graduated yet, then you can apply by uploading your last two school report cards
    
2. Successfully complete our Assessment Centre, which consists of:

• Cognitive tests
• An English test
• An interview

Due to the current situation regarding the Coronavirus, we are working on making the Assessment Centre available to take online. We encourage you to still complete your application normally and we will inform you as soon as possible, in which form your Assessment Centre will take place.

Alternatively, you can provide us with one of the following test results in your online application: SAT, ACT or TestAS plus a standardised English test (TOEFL, IELTS, Cambridge or Pearson). In this case you will also be required to take part in an online or telephone interview.

On completion of the Bachelor in Computational Business Analytics (BSc) you will be qualified to connect the dots for companies. Business Analytics gains increasing importance in practice, and many global companies, including banks, consulting companies and large manufacturing and service firms, are seeking experts who understand the specific needs of managerial decision-making and can provide relevant (data-driven) solutions for genuine business transformations. 

Both the private sector as well as the public sector are constantly looking for ways to increase efficiency and effectiveness. Your skills as a Business Analyst are in such high demand that you may even receive job offers before you graduate. Job opportunities will include but are not limited to working as a Data Analyst, Data Visualisation Engineer, Data Scientist, Consultant, or Manager. Opportunities for you abound in all sectors that are experiencing digital transformation.

Excellent Career Prospects

Frankfurt School has an exceptional reputation and our Bachelor programmes open many doors and offer excellent career prospects for students. Students are continously individually supported when it comes to their career, from day one, by our Career Services department. Exclusive events allow students to build their professional network. Furthermore, our Career Services provides students with access to our FS Mentoring Programme, various career-related workshops and our FS Job portal throughout their whole studies. Frankfurt School ensures all students have the opportunity to already gain work experience at top companies during their studies and are prepared for a successful career upon graduation.

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Where can you meet us?

We offer several ways to get to know us such as trial lectures, fairs outside of Frankfurt and personal consultations. Visit our page to find out more!