FAQ

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Here you will find frequently asked questions

Before you start your studies

  • 1. When does the next course start?

    Admission to the part-time course takes place once a year and begins in the winter semester.

  • 2. When does the registration period for the start of the winter semester end?

    The registration period ends approx. 4 weeks before the start of the course.

  • 3. What are the admission requirements?

    In addition to a university degree, you need 2 years of professional experience.

  • 4. Can I start my studies with a BA 180?

    Basically yes, but you need a total of 300 ECTS for a master's degree. We award 90 ECTS in the MBA Health Care Management course. In order to reach the required number, you must complete an additional project within the first semester.

  • 5. Will my degree be recognized as a bachelor's equivalent?

    The German and European education market has become increasingly complex in recent years. The number of degrees awarded has increased. If you have not attended a regular course of study at a university or technical college, we must have your case examined individually by the student office and the examination board. Please send us your final certificate and the Diploma Supplement (markus.doering@mba-health-care.de).

  • 6. What do I have to do to register for the course?

    First you only have to fill out the registration form and send it to the specified fax number or by e-mail to weiterbildung@uni-bayreuth.de. You will then receive an email with a link to upload all other required documents to our online portal. The required documents are:

  • 7. Can I get credit for subjects or entire modules from my first degree?

    The crediting of courses or entire modules must be decided individually by our examination office. For this we kindly ask you to contact us (markus.doering@mba-health-care.de). In addition to your university certificate, we need a module description of your first degree. The tuition fees remain unchanged for module credits.

  • 8. Can I sit in on one of the ongoing courses?

    Observation is possible at any time. Dates will be announced on our digital channels.

  • 9. Can I speak to a current participant or alumni to get a better impression?

    This is easily possible. We are happy to put you in touch with our participants and graduates. Since the course has already been completed by over 500 people, it shouldn't be a problem.

  • 10. Will I be enrolled as a regular student?

    Yes, you will be enrolled as a regular student and will therefore also receive a campus card from the University of Bayreuth. This has many functions. For example, it is both a student and library card, can be used as a payment card in the canteen and for copying, serves as a free ticket for local public transport in Bayreuth and Deutsche Bahn within a radius of approx. 50 kilometers, is a ticket for university sports and much more more. The semester fee is included in the tuition fees and we pay it directly to the student office.

  • 11. What is the average age of the participants?

    Due to the Bologna reform, the average age has fallen somewhat in recent years and was around 33 years in the past courses.

  • 12. What is the academic or professional background of the participants?

    The courses have a very heterogeneous composition, which makes the discussions in the course extremely exciting. Experience has shown that the physicians make up the largest proportion. This is followed by administrative employees from hospitals, pharmacists, people who work in the pharmaceutical industry or medical technology, employees of health insurance companies and some other professional groups.

  • 13. What is the maximum number of people in the MBA courses?

    We attach great importance to a seminar character with stimulating discussions in our events. For didactic reasons, we have therefore limited the course size to a maximum of 25 people.

process

  • 1. How often do I have to come to Bayreuth?

    The course consists of a total of 17 attendance phases, which take place from Friday to Sunday at the University of Bayreuth.

  • 2. When does the course start on Friday and when does the event end on Sunday?

    Due to the long journey of some participants, we only start on Friday at 10 a.m. (Saturday and Sunday then at 9 a.m.). The end of the event is scheduled for around 5 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. On Sunday, the events end at around 3:30 p.m. because of the journey home.

  • 3. What if I cannot come to Bayreuth for an attendance phase?

    If you are unable to come to Bayreuth for a weekend for professional or private reasons, this is absolutely no problem. Since we start in the winter and summer semester, all events can be made up for every six months. If this is not possible either, in exceptional cases there is the possibility of providing proof of performance in the form of a replacement service.

  • 4. What happens if I have to pause my studies due to an unexpected event?

    We can guarantee the suspension of one or more semesters without any disadvantages arising. You will not lose any examinations you have already completed or contributions you have paid. The re-entry is easily possible every six months.

  • 5. How do I get the course materials?

    You will receive all the essential documents in printed form on site so that you can take notes directly during the events. You can also find the documents and additional materials in digital form on our e-learning platform.

  • 6. Is there catering on site?

    A rich conference buffet is available to you on site during all events. Lunch is freshly delivered by a catering service.

  • 7. What about overnight stays?

    We have agreed special conditions with 3 hotels in Bayreuth (Link). There are also many nice guesthouses and inns. We would be happy to help you find the right accommodation for you.

proof of performance

  • 1. What proof of performance is required?

    There are a total of 8 exams, 4 case studies, 1 term paper and the master's thesis. At the beginning of the course, exams are written in the basic subjects. Towards the end of the course, more case studies are carried out. The exams are always written one month, i.e. in the following attendance phase, on Saturday at 9:00 a.m. So if you z. For example, if you have the event “Fundamentals of Business Administration” on the first attendance weekend, the exam will take place a month later. So you have enough time to prepare accordingly.

  • 2. How long are the exams?

    You have a processing time of 60 minutes for the exams. Only the exam in the subject "law" is written over 120 minutes.

  • 3. When are the exams written?

    The exams always take place on Saturday mornings from 9:00 a.m. or 8:00 a.m. ("law" exam) to 10:00 a.m.

  • 4. How are the exams structured?

    As a rule, the exams consist of open questions and calculations. Multiple choice tasks are the exception.

  • 5. How much time does it take to prepare for an exam?

    This depends heavily on the type of learner and the desired grade. All in all, we try to prepare you ideally for the performance assessments with exercises and practice exams. Our lecturers are also available at any time to answer any content-related questions. All content that is queried in the exams was actually dealt with in class.

  • 6. What if I didn't have enough time to study for an exam?

    If it is not possible for you to prepare for an exam, you can easily make up for it individually on a weekend without an exam or at another date.

  • 7. How does the group work or case studies work?

    Here, too, we try to make the effort alongside work as bearable as possible. You have to read up on certain topics in advance using texts. For the actual work in the group, however, we plan enough time directly on the weekends. The evaluation then takes place either on the basis of a presentation or a written elaboration.

  • 8. What is the scope of the housework?

    The term paper has a length of 12 to 15 pages and should prepare you for the master's thesis if possible. By dealing with the research options and citation methods in advance, you save yourself this effort later on with the master’s thesis.

  • 9. What is the scope and duration of the master's thesis?

    Admission to the master's thesis takes place automatically on the day after your last attendance phase. The processing time is 14 weeks. The scope should be around 50 pages.

  • 10. Can I combine the course with my job?

    Our degree program is designed in such a way that we try to keep the stress associated with work as low as possible. We offer individual solutions and maximum flexibility. This is expressed, among other things, in the opportunities to catch up on courses and exams as well as in other offers.

finance and career

  • 1. What is included in the €4,300 and will there be any other costs?

    The €4,300 includes all study-related costs. There are no hidden fees such as examination fees, supervision fees for the master's thesis or the like. In addition to the tuition fees, you will also have to pay the costs for travel, accommodation and meals after the courses.

  • 2. Which funding opportunities in further education can I take advantage of?

    You can find a nice overview of funding opportunities in further education from our cooperation partner, the Campus Academy of the University of Bayreuth.

  • 3. Can I deduct the tuition fees for tax purposes?

    The tuition fees can be included as income-related expenses in your income tax return. You can get more detailed information on individual cases from your tax advisor.

  • 4. Is it possible for my employer to cover some of the costs?

    This is easily possible. The employer can pay all or part of the amount. If necessary, you will then receive 2 separate invoices from us.

  • 5. Is there a document that supports me with arguments in negotiations with my employer?

    This can be downloaded here.

  • 6. What career opportunities do I have after the MBA degree?

    Due to the heterogeneous groups and the associated different chances and possibilities, it is difficult to give a general answer to this question. Each participant pursues a different goal with the degree program. Overall, it has been shown in recent years that the MBA has paved the way for professional changes/improvements for our participants. We would be happy to advise you in a personal conversation.

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