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The Management orientation course at the Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences is aimed at anyone who would like to study management and economics, but has not yet decided on their final subject area or generally does not feel ready for a "real degree".
In two semesters, you can get to know central content from management and business in connection with digitalization, communication, culture, tourism or health. You can choose from various subject modules, gain real study experience and can have the examinations you pass credited towards a regular degree course at a later date.
The orientation course is suitable for part-time study, without tuition fees and offers you maximum security: you can use examinations completed in subject modules as a free attempt for your subsequent Bachelor's degree course with us at the HSZG.
| Degree: | Certificate (no academic) degree |
| Standard period of study: | 2 semesters (part-time study) |
| ECTS credits: | up to 40 ECTS regular (with successful participation), up to 20 ECTS through further elective modules |
| Enrolment for: | Winter semester (entry into the 2nd semester / summer semester possible) |
| Application: 01.05 to 30.09 | Start of studies: October |
| Admission restriction: | Open admission (without NC) Details |
| Tuition fees: | No tuition fees |
| Special feature: | Examinations in subject modules count as free attempts for recognition for later degree programs. |
You can also join the orientation program in the summer semester and thus take a bridging semester.
You will then "learn to study" and immerse yourself in "Academic work in the digital world".
You will take two further modules (10 ECTS), e.g:
This allows you to specifically check which content and directions really suit you - and if you want to do even more, you can go even deeper with up to two further modules and gain additional ECTS credits.
If you successfully complete at least 60% of the planned examinations, you will receive a certificate showing all your achievements and ECTS - ideal as a basis for transferring to a Bachelor's degree program.
The orientation study program itself is not a degree, but a strategic advantage:
Graduates can then transfer to one of the following Bachelor's degree programs:
Is the orientation program a real degree program?
Yes. You are enrolled on a regular basis, take real modules and sit exams.
Can I have my achievements recognized later?
Yes, if the content of the modules is equivalent, they can be recognized for a later degree course.
What does free attempt mean?
You take the grade for credited modules with you - and have the chance to improve it if necessary.
How many exams do I have to pass?
At least 60% of the exams required for the certificate.
Are there tuition fees?
No. Only the regular semester fee is charged.
We now also offer our student advisory service via WhatsApp. Just send us a message to: +49 173 2086748
Studying with us is different. Above all, it's better. Why? We have a family atmosphere. There are small study groups and the lecturers are always there for you. There is a close connection to practice in all degree courses. And finding affordable accommodation is no problem here.
There are many other reasons, such as university sports or the student representatives, clubs and societies. Campus life in Zittau and Görlitz - the wild east - is unique.
