NORDAKADEMIE gAG Hochschule der Wirtschaft
Bachelor's Degree in International Engineering & Management
- Elmshorn, Germany
- Hamburg, Germany
Bachelor's degree
DURATION
3 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Apr 2026
TUITION FEES
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* no fees: training company covers tuition fees and compensation
Key Facts
- Start of study: Courses start in April and October, and an optional internship can be completed before the program begins
- Duration of study: 36 months as the standard period of study (3 years)
- Degree / Certificates: Bachelor of Engineering with a German and European accreditation, fully recognized in the US, Certificate of College of Charleston (for example, Advanced Manufacturing)
- Status: The study program is accredited
- International: 2 to 2.5 years in the USA, 0.5 to 1 year in Germany
Germany's best-rated German American Co-op study program is now in the US!
During this three-year program, students work at their partner companies while completing their bachelor's degree in International Engineering & Management with NORDAKDEMIE, while also taking select coursework at the College of Charleston.
Blending academic excellence with real-world experience is the key to building a successful career, and the program from NORDAKADEMIE and the College of Charleston delivers just that. Imagine gaining international exposure, a top-tier education in International Engineering & Management, and financial support — all while earning a salary and having your tuition covered by your employer. It's more than a study program; it's a launchpad for your future!
International Engineering & Management graduates possess a comprehensive range of qualifications, spanning from mechanical engineering to electronics and electrical engineering, as well as IT. This diverse skill set is complemented by in-depth commercial expertise. Notably, the German American Co-op study program at NORDAKADEMIE garnered top rankings in Germany, achieving the best results nationwide.
When are you planning to join?
- Variety: Graduation with a broad range of qualifications and expertise
- Top score: The NORDAKADEMIE study program in International Engineering & Management has achieved 1st place in the German quality ranking
- No costs to students: The partner company covers tuition fees and may provide compensation based on individual agreements.
Partnership with Purpose
NORDAKADEMIE President Stefan Wiedmann and College of Charleston President Andrew Hsu partner for this undergraduate program in International Engineering & Management. This German American Co-op Program offers students a global experience and equips businesses with workforce-ready employees.
Study contents
In the German American Co-op study program in International Engineering & Management at NORDAKADEMIE, you will initially acquire a broad foundational knowledge encompassing all functional departments of a company.
From the fifth to the sixth semester, you will delve deeper into key topics in engineering, economics, and technology management. The curriculum includes mandatory courses in mechanical engineering, production and quality management, logistics and process management, capital goods marketing, as well as controlling and investment.
In addition to providing all necessary knowledge in information technology, the curriculum places a strong emphasis on integration.
Curriculum
Get an overview of the contents of the semesters here:
Economics, Law, and Social Sciences
- Introduction to Business Administration
- Business Mathematics
- Financial Accounting
- Cost Accounting
- Managerial Accounting and Financial Management
- Purchasing and Supply Chain Management
- Marketing and Sales
- Commercial Law and Ethics
- Business Application Systems
Mathematics, Computer Science, Natural Sciences, Technology
- Mathematics for Engineers
- Materials Technology
- Thermo- and Hydrodynamics
- Engineering Mechanics
- Electrical Engineering incl. Lab.
- Engines
- Technical Basics of Information and Communication Technology
- Control Engineering
- Manufacturing and Automation incl. Lab.
- Computer-aided Design (CAD)
- Introduction to Programming
Integration
- Fundamentals of Engineering
- Systems Engineering: Life Cycle Design and Management
- Data-driven Decision Making
- Logistics, Operations Research
- Production Management incl. Lab.
- Soft Skills and Languages
- Intercultural Communication
- Foreign Language
Final Thesis
- Bachelor’s Thesis
Work Placement
- Theory-Practice Transfer Paper
Subject to change without notice. The current examination regulations apply.
Upon completion of your bachelor's degree, you will be equipped to prepare and effectively execute business decisions across all functional areas based on scientific methods. The program focuses on the intersections between technical and business responsibilities. Thanks to the dual system, the content of your studies closely aligns with the requirements of your partner company.
International Engineering & Management graduates can think in two directions at the same time - technically on the one hand and commercially on the other. This diversity predestines them for challenging interdisciplinary tasks and makes them highly demanded experts and managers.
Because they are able to design technical processes in the company and analyze business processes from both a technical and business perspective, industrial engineers have a wide range of job opportunities, e.g.:
- Production
- Transport/traffic/logistics
- Marketing/sales
- Consulting
- Controlling
- Information Technology
- Purchasing
- Organization
- Finance
- Research & Development
- Human Resources
Good to know:
You can already choose your professional orientation by selecting your training company. In addition, various elective courses during your studies give you the opportunity to set an individual focus and specialize in a particular field.
Timetable
The German American Co-op ensures a strongly application-oriented education based on scientific principles. The Bachelor‘s degree program is designed as a full-time course with a unique balance between academic learning and hands-on experience. The standout feature? The seamless integration of theory and practice.
You will first spend 10 weeks at the university, building a strong theoretical foundation. Then, you will transition into an average of 15 weeks at your partner company, where you can apply what you‘ve learned in real-world settings.
At the end of each semester, the theory-practice transfer paper challenges you to tackle a real question posed by the company, allowing you to merge academic knowledge with practical insights. This structure ensures that you actively contribute to exciting projects within your partner company, gaining valuable professional experience from day one.
The third and fourth semesters take place in Germany (6 months). If your company has a location in Germany, the practical phase can also be in Germany. This means that the time in Germany can be extended from 6 months to a year