Graduate industrial engineer (FH)

Industrial Engineering Diploma

The best of both worlds: Are you as enthusiastic about technical details as you are about business contexts? Then train to become a sought-after and qualified all-rounder.

Zittau
Graduate industrial engineer (FH)
8 semester
NC-Free

About the degree program

In a complex business world, specialists are needed who understand technical details and economic contexts in equal measure. The Industrial Engineering and Management degree course in Zittau will turn you into precisely this sought-after universal talent. You will combine engineering skills with business know-how and become an important interface between the two worlds. This unique dual qualification opens doors for you in almost all industries.

Versatile qualification for complex tasks

The comprehensive degree program provides you with in-depth knowledge in various core areas:

  • Solid business fundamentals in management, controlling and accounting
  • Technical expertise in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering and manufacturing processes
  • Specialist expertise in energy systems, production technology and digital transformation
  • Methodical skills in project management, quality assurance and process optimization
  • Analytical thinking skills for holistic problem solving in complex systems

By choosing between the specializations Sustainable Energy and Supply Management or Production and Digital Transformation, you can shape your profile according to your personal interests. The informal atmosphere on campus allows for intensive support and interaction with students from different disciplines. After eight semesters, you will be optimally prepared to develop innovative solutions for the challenges of tomorrow as a link between technology and business.

Optional variant with KIAdirekt

What's special: This degree course is optionally available as a cooperative KIAdirekt course. This means you work in a company (the cooperation partner) and earn money. The KIAdirekt variant at our university is explained in more detail here.

The choice is yours!

You can complete the Diploma in Industrial Engineering and Management in 8 semesters. Or you can opt for a practice-integrated part of your studies in the KIAdirekt concept. This starts as early as September with 4 weeks of practical experience in a company.

Please note: To apply for this option, you first need a contract with a company. Details

What is KIAdirekt?

KIAdirekt is a practice-integrated study model. It effectively combines theory and practice and is supported by the Saxon state government and leading companies.

You apply the knowledge you have acquired through practical work in the internship semester and in the company. The compulsory elective modules allow you to specialize further according to your preferences. Details

Faculty:Economic Sciences and Industrial Engineering
Location:Zittau
Degree:Diploma in Industrial Engineering (FH)
Standard period of study:8 semesters
ECTS points:240
Teaching language:German
Enrollment for:Winter semester
Application: 1.5. to 30.09.Start of studies: October
Admission restriction:open admission (without NC) Details
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Accreditation status:in preparation

Course content

The eight-semester diploma course is systematically divided into a basic and advanced phase. In the first four semesters, you will acquire a broad foundation: from mathematical and scientific basics to core business subjects and technical disciplines such as mechanical and electrical engineering. At the same time, you will develop important skills in business informatics and accounting.

From the fifth semester onwards, you will deepen your knowledge with compulsory elective modules and choose one of the two specializations. Depending on your choice, you will focus on sustainable energy systems or modern production technologies. In the sixth semester, you will gain valuable practical experience through a company internship. The last two semesters combine in-depth theoretical knowledge with practical application in business games and project seminars before you write your thesis and prove your comprehensive qualifications.

1st semester
  • Mathematics I
  • General Business Administration
  • Accounting I (bookkeeping and accounting)
  • Business informatics I (basics of information and communication systems, database systems)
  • Physics I
  • Technical Mechanics
2nd semester
  • Mathematics II
  • Introduction to thermodynamics
  • Accounting II (cost accounting and basics of controlling)
  • Business Informatics II (IT application systems, selection of standard software, IT management, programming)
  • Fundamentals of electrical engineering
  • Construction I and materials engineering
3rd semester
  • Statistics
  • Investment and financing
  • marketing
  • Economics
  • Manufacturing processes
  • Compulsory elective module ZfL
4th semester
  • Fundamentals of scientific work (elective module)
  • Quantitative methods
  • Controlling
  • Regenerative energy systems
  • Law
  • Production and Lean Management
  • Construction II
5th semester
  • Logistics management
  • Digital technologies and project management
  • Measurement, control and regulation technology
  • Compulsory elective module Technology
    • Modeling and simulation
    • Heating and ventilation technology
    • Building automation/energy management
    • Bionics
    • Control systems/industrial data communication
    • Introduction to process automation

Specialization or field of study Sustainable Energy and Supply Management

  • Electrical Energy Technology
  • Wired energy supply

Specialization or field of study Production and Digital Transformation

  • Production equipment
  • Work Preparation/CNC Programming/Robot Technology
6th semester
  • Work placement
7th semester
  • Business simulation
  • ERP project seminar
  • Compulsory elective module Economics
    • Product and price management
    • Regional development and SMEs
    • Market-oriented business concepts
    • Labor and business law

Specialization or field of study Sustainable Energy and Supply Management

  • Energy market/energy system planning
  • Energy process analysis
  • Supply and waste management

Specialization or field of study Production and Digital Transformation

  • Planning and control in production systems
  • Digitalized production process development
  • Quality management and technical documentation
8th semester
  • Diploma colloquium
  • Final module (diploma thesis and defense)

Career opportunities

Professional areas where you can get started

Production management

You optimize manufacturing processes and control complex production workflows. You analyze efficiency, implement digital technologies and coordinate various departments. Your expertise combines technical understanding with economic evaluation of production decisions.

Energy management

You develop sustainable energy concepts and optimize supply structures. You plan energy systems, evaluate economic efficiency and monitor the implementation of environmentally friendly solutions. Your focus is on the balance between ecology and economy.

Technical sales

You advise customers on complex technical products and systems. You explain technical interrelationships clearly, calculate offers and conduct contract negotiations. Your strength lies in the translation between technical requirements and commercial objectives.

Project management

You manage interdisciplinary projects from conception to implementation. You coordinate teams from different specialist areas, monitor budgets and deadlines and ensure successful project implementation. Your expertise covers both technical and commercial aspects of the project.

Management consulting

You support companies in strategic decisions and optimization processes. You analyze business models, identify potential for improvement and accompany transformation processes. Your interdisciplinary knowledge enables holistic consulting approaches.

Controlling and quality management

You monitor operational key figures and ensure quality standards. You develop control instruments, analyze cost structures and implement improvement measures. Your work combines technical processes with financial evaluation.

You will find even more opportunities with us in other related Bachelor's degree programs. You can expand your career opportunities with our Master's degree programs , which you can take after completing this industrial engineering degree:

Further Master's programs

Not sure yet? If you have any questions, please contact our student advisory service. We are at your side when it comes to choosing a course.

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Prof. Dr. rer. pol.
Tino Schütte
Faculty of Business Administration and Engineering Management
02763 Zittau
Schliebenstrasse 21
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First floor
+49 3583 612-4647
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Department of Studies and International Affairs
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