Bachelor
AI in Business

Unlock your potential with our BSc AI in Business online programme. Dive into the intersection of artificial intelligence and business strategy, study flexibly from anywhere, and prepare to lead in a tech-driven world. Enrol online today! 

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Studies that match your ambitions and schedule: cutting-edge and 100% online. Study anytime, from anywhere, and earn your degree on your own terms.

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Apply by November 7th and save up to 1400 on your on-campus tuition!

Learn on campus in Germany and build a global network, or learn online with 24x7 access to study materials. With IU’s flexible study options, earn an internationally recognised degree that fits into your schedule. 

Overview

What you’ll learn in this Bachelors in AI in Business

Online degrees offer a modern solution to acquiring industry-relevant education with unmatched flexibility. At IU International University of Applied Sciences, our BSc AI in Business online programme equips you with essential skills to excel in AI use-cases for modern day businesses. Pursuing a bachelors in AI in Business online at IU allows you to: 

  • Balance your studies with professional and personal commitments. 
  • Access cutting-edge AI course materials anytime, anywhere. 
  • Benefit from industry-experienced faculty and practical projects. 
  • Engage in a global learning community from the comfort of your home. 

Throughout the BSc AI in Business online programme, you’ll develop the following soft skills: 

  • Analytical thinking 
  • Problem-solving 
  • Communication and teamwork 
  • Adaptability 

… and the following hard skills: 

  • Artificial Intelligence methodologies 
  • Business strategy and management 
  • Data analysis and visualisation 

Your onlinecampus degree summed up

All the facts and figures about your study programme at a glance
OnlineCampus Study Model Degree
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
180 ECTS credits

Language
English
Accreditation & Recognition
Accreditation
Currently in the process of being accredited


Recognition
Your degree is Internationally recognised and can easily be transferred to another country
Tuition Fees & Discounts
Tuition Fees
Starting from € 239 (US$ 260)* per month
*based on the exchange rate from 31.10.2024 12:00 AM (CET)

Online application
No application fees
Study Duration
Study start
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Duration
36 - 72 months (depending on time model)
Online studies:
Available from 16.12.2024 (English, 180 ECTS credits)
Information about state accreditation
This programme is still in the process of accreditation. We are expecting Ministry approval at the very latest by the start of the study programme. So far, all IU programmes have been accredited and approved successfully on time.
100 % flexible

You decide where and when you want to study

Modernised learning

Access our unique learning app and AI tutor 

Award-winning education

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Study contents

Online course overview

Our BSc AI in Business online degree programme provides an overview of the use of modern AI methods in selected use-case scenarios, with an emphasis on generative AI in the business context. Learn the fundamentals of AI and business administration, and dive deep into digitization, ethics and internationality.  

By the end of your studies, you'll be able to: 

  • Apply AI technologies effectively within various business scenarios. 
  • Develop strategic business solutions informed by AI innovations. 
  • Lead and manage AI-driven projects with confidence. 

Semester 1

ModuleECTS credits

Business 101

5

Artificial Intelligence

5

Introduction to NLP

5

Introduction to Academic Work

5

Project: AI Excellence with Creative Prompting Techniques

5

Electives D

5

Semester 2

ModuleECTS credits

Principles of Management

5

Advanced NLP: Generative AI in Business Applications

5

Deep Learning in Business Contexts: Predictive Analytics

5

Ethics and Legal Aspects in AI

5

Project: AI Product Commercialisation

5

Electives D

5

Semester 3

ModuleECTS credits

Advanced Data Analysis

5

Business Intelligence and Data Visualisation

5

Change Management

5

Augmented, Mixed and Virtual Reality

5

Project: NLP in Business Applications: Customer Service Automation and Sentiment Analysis

5

Electives D

5

Semester 4

ModuleECTS credits

AI Talent Development

5

Process Automation

5

Data Analytics and Big Data

5

Seminar: Ethical Innovation

5

Project: AI Change Management

5

Electives D

5

Semester 5

ModuleECTS credits

Electives A

10

Electives B

10

Project: Generative AI in an Enterprise Context

5

Electives D

5

Semester 6

ModuleECTS credits

Electives C

10

Project: Low-Code Development

5

Electives D

5

Bachelor Thesis

10

Electives overview

Elective A

In your 5th semester, you'll need to choose an elective module, which you can choose from one of the following modules:

Module

ECTS credits

Corporate Finance and Investment

5

Digital Finance and Controlling

5

Supply Chain Management I

5

Supply Chain Management II

5

International HR Management

5

Digital HR

5

International Marketing

5

Online Marketing

5

Social Commerce

5

Project: Campaigns in Social Media

5

Product Development in Industry 4.0

5

Production Engineering Industry 4.0

5

Applied Sales I

5

Applied Sales II

5

Healthcare Management

5

International Health Systems

5

Automation Technology

5

Product Development in Industry 4.0

5

Electrical Engineering

5

Customer Relationship Management

5

Agile Project Management

5

Elective B

In your 5th semester, you'll need to choose two elective modules, which you can choose from the following modules: 

Module

ECTS credits

FinTechs (Overview and Technological Basics)

5

FinTechs (Disruptive and Innovative Approaches) 

5

Introduction to the Internet of Things

5

Product Development in Industry 4.0

5

Introduction to New Work

5

Project: New Work

5

Social Media Marketing

5

Project: Marketing Analytics

5

Search Engine Optimization - SEO

5

Search Engine Advertising - SEA 

5

Digital Future Industry

5

Digital Future Commerce

5

E-Commerce I

5

E-Commerce II 

5

Introduction to Biomedical AI

5

Pharmaceutical Management

5

Smart Factory I

5

Production Engineering Industry 4.0

5

Electrical Machines and Energy Technology

5

Customer Behavior

5

Business Consulting I

5

Elective C

In your 6th semester, you'll need to choose an elective module, which you can choose from one of the following modules:

Module

ECTS credits

Start-Up Financing 

5

Project: AI in Finance 

5

Green and Social Logistics 

5

Project: AI in Logistics 

5

Leadership 4.0 

5

Project: AI in HR 

5

User Experience 

5

Seminar: AI in Marketing & E-Commerce  

5

Project: Cross Media Marketing 

5

Seminar: AI in Marketing & E-Commerce 

5

Introduction to the Internet of Things  

5

Project: AI in Production 

5

Sales and Distribution 

5

Seminar: AI in Marketing & E-Commerce 

5

Global Health 

5

Seminar: Technology in Healthcare 

5

Supply Chain Management I  

5

Seminar: Human-Robot Interaction 

5

Personal Career Plan

5

Personal Elevator Pitch

5

Business Consulting II 

5

Collaborative Work 

5

Conflict Management and Mediation

5

Corporate Planning and Simulation 

5

Energy Industry

5

Elective D

If you decide to do the internship:

Module

ECTS credits

Internship: Business & Management

30

Elective D

If you decide to do the six modules:

Module

ECTS credits

Project: Digital Business Models

5

Project: Business Intelligence

5

Intercultural and Ethical Decision-Making

5

Digital Skills

5

Interaction and Communication in Organisations

5

Seminar: Current Topics in Digitalization

5

Module guide

Course schedule

All the support you need, any time of day

With this programme, you’ll have access to human and AI-powered tutoring. 

Your tutors will be available to answer any questions, and you’ll have recurring appointments where you can discuss course topics with them and other students. 

Syntea, IU’s AI-powered tutor, will be available 24/7 to guide you through your courses and prepare you for exams. 

Study your way, and master working with AI at the same time. 

Admission

Entry requirements

The admissions documents must be provided in English or German. If they were not issued in one of these two languages, a translation is required. If you need to translate your documents, we can help refer you to our trusted translation partners. You can find more details here.

General academic requirements

  • Higher Secondary School Leaving Certificate such as A-Levels or IB Diploma and your transcript of records.
  • A subject-related higher education entrance qualification.

Depending on your situation, you might have to provide additional documents or meet additional requirements. If that’s the case, our admissions team will let you know after you start your application.

Fee Reduction Programme

Apply for the Fee Reduction Programme and receive a discount on your tuition fees. 

Please get in touch with our Study Advisory Team for more details. 

English language skills

Depending on your personal circumstances, you might be required to provide proof of your English language proficiency. Your skills would need to match the B2 level of the Common European Framework (CEF). 

We accept the following English language skills certificates*: 

  • TOEFL (minimum 80 points)* or 
  • IELTS (minimum Level 6)* or 
  • Duolingo English Test (minimum 95 points)*
  • PTE Academics (minimum 59 points)* or 
  • Cambridge Certificate (minimum Grade B)* 

Is English your native language, or have you graduated from an English-speaking school or university? Then you do not need to prove your English language proficiency. 

Get in touch with our study advisors for more details. 

*Proof must be provided before the start of the study and must not be older than five years. 

APS Certificate

If you are from India, China or Vietnam, you might need the APS certificate to study in Germany, regardless of if your programme is 100% online or on-campus. Learn more about the APS certification here.  

Earn a high school diploma and a Bachelor’s degree – at the same time!

Don’t have a high school diploma? Have one but your grade average doesn’t meet our admission requirements? We have a solution for you! 

With the High School Diploma Study Pathway, you can earn a high school diploma and start your online Bachelor’s degree at IU – at the same time.

Visit our High School Diploma Study Pathway page for more details. 

Careers

Your Bachelor AI in Business career outlook

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AI Business Consultant

As an AI Business Consultant, you play a crucial role in strategic planning and advising companies on integrating AI technologies into their business processes. You'll analyse existing processes and design AI models that add significant value. Additionally, you'll lead training and change management initiatives, ensuring effective utilisation of new technologies through workshops and Continuous Improvement Process (CIP) principles. 

AI in Business Analyst working on his computer

AI Business Analyst

In the role of an AI Business Analyst, you are essential in analysing and implementing business processes. You will identify business requirements, design AI solutions, and monitor the implementation process. Your responsibilities also include quality assurance, testing, and organising training and support for employees, ensuring seamless adoption and performance evaluation of AI technologies. 

Project Manager in AI in Business having a presentation in front of colleagues

AI Project Manager

As an AI Project Manager, you are responsible for planning, organising, and executing AI projects within a company. You'll handle project planning, including resource allocation, setting timelines and budgets, and collaborating with various teams like data scientists, IT professionals, and business analysts. Monitoring project progress, managing risks, communicating updates, and evaluating the achievement of project goals are key aspects of your role, all while adhering to Continuous Improvement Process (CIP) principles to drive ongoing project enhancements. 

Student reviews

This is what our students say

  • Rokas Vitkus

    Lithuania

  • “If you want to study remotely, in English and not pay a lot – compared to other universities – IU is the best choice. It’s the only university that answers all three criteria.”

    Matvey Vlasenko

    Bsc Business & IT

  • “Thanks to my online studies degree in IT Management I could probably pass in any IT profession, because the content was very diverse.”

    Andreas Aumeier

    M.Sc. IT Management, Germany

Personal counselling
Have any questions?

Visit our FAQ page or get in touch with our Study Advisors.


Tuition fees

Online Study models & fees for your Bachelor degree in AI in Business

On campus study model and fees for your Bachelor degree in AI in Business

Depending on your personal or professional circumstances, you may wish to complete your studies as quickly as possible, or you may prefer a more flexible study programme that is less time-consuming. That’s why we offer part-time options for all our study programmes. This allows you to study alongside professional or personal commitments. We adjust your study fees based on your chosen time model.

Are you unable to finish your programme within the given time? No problem! If you realise that you need more time, you can simply switch to another time model with one months’ notice before the end of the month.

No registration or administration fees are charged when you apply for studying – you’ll only be charged once your studies have started, and the trial month has ended.

Your trial month begins when you receive your login credentials. This will give you the opportunity to test our courses for one month without obligation, before being charged. During that month, you can then take your first courses and start learning right away!

Once the trial month is over, your studies continue. You’ll pay your tuition fees according to your contract.

At IU, we believe in full transparency – so there are no hidden fees. You only pay for your tuition and the one-time campus registration fee of €1,500.

No registration or administration fees are charged when you apply for studying – you'll only be charged once your studies have started. If you won't be admitted to a programme because you do not meet the admission requirements, no fees will be charged.

Full-Time

Duration 36 Months

US$ 434
US$ 391 /mth* Apply now
* € 359 based on the exchange rate from 31.10.2024 12:00 AM (CET)

Part-Time I

Duration 48 Months

US$ 374
US$ 342 /mth* Apply now
* € 314 based on the exchange rate from 31.10.2024 12:00 AM (CET)

Part-Time II

Duration 72 Months

US$ 282
US$ 260 /mth* Apply now
* € 239 based on the exchange rate from 31.10.2024 12:00 AM (CET)

All our study programmes include the following benefits

  • Teaching and study material
  • Marking of your end-of-module exams
  • Monthly live and recorded tutorials
  • Use of the online campus
  • Individual study coaching
  • Online exams
  • Career coaching
  • Learn German and English for free
  • 4-week money back guarantee
  • Teaching and study material
  • Marking of your end-of-module exams
  • Individual study coaching
  • Online exams
  • Career coaching
  • Learn German and English for free
  • On-campus tutorials, 2-3x week
  • Access to all on-campus services
Recognition

Recognition of previous achievements

  • Save time: Skip individual modules or whole semesters!

Even before you apply for a study programme, we’ll gladly check whether we can take your previous achievements into account: 100% online, no strings attached. Simply fill in our recognition application form, which you can find under the content section of each study programme's webpage, and upload it via our upload section. You can also e-mail it to us, or send it via post.

Send an email to study@iu.org to find out which previous achievements you can get recognised. You can get your previous achievements recognised during your studies.

Do you need help with your application for recognition? Our student advisors will be happy to help. Simply arrange a personal call-back appointment.Arrange a personal video consultation appointment to discuss recognition

Why IU International University of Applied Sciences is the best choice

Your Studies Are Flexible and 100% Online

Schedule when you want to learn and study 100% online. At IU you have the possibility to complete your degree fully from home, whether full-time or part-time. You can even take your exams online whenever it suits you. 

Accredited & Globally Recognised

IU is accredited and certified with a seal of approval from the German Accreditation Council. All IU study programmes, materials, and services meet high internal and external quality standards, which are regularly reviewed and updated. We can also provide you with an official Europass Diploma Supplement once you graduate, to ensure that your degree is recognised anywhere in the EU.

You Gain Full Support

We provide you with innovative learning tools, digital study material, tutorial videos, live teaching sessions, student advice and support. You also have 24/7 access to our large online library. Your tutors are always available to answer your questions. Our study coaches are also available to help at any time. 

The Ideal Mix of Theory & Practice

Our programmes provide you with essential theoretical knowledge and focus, above all, on practice-oriented studies designed to best prepare you for your future career. Thanks to our great variety of electives you can specialise in the specific areas that match your personal goals.

Accredited & Globally Recognised

IU is accredited and certified with a seal of approval from the German Accreditation Council. All IU study programmes, materials, and services meet high internal and external quality standards, which are regularly reviewed and updated. We can also provide you with an official Europass Diploma Supplement once you graduate, to ensure that your degree is recognised anywhere in the EU.

The Ideal Mix of Theory & Practice

Our programmes provide you with essential theoretical knowledge and focus, above all, on practice-oriented studies designed to best prepare you for your future career. Thanks to our great variety of electives you can specialise in the specific areas that match your personal goals.

Hybrid Studies = More Flexibility

By combining in-person tutorials 2-3 times per week with 24/7 access to online study materials, you get to benefit from a more flexible study schedule. This allows you to work alongside your studies, or combine other activities, with relative ease. 

You Gain Full Support

We provide you with innovative learning tools, intimate campuses, easy access to lecturers, live teaching sessions, student advice services, and career support. You also have 24/7 access to our large online library. Your tutors are always available to answer your questions – and so are our study coaches.  

FAQs

What are the admission criteria for the BSc AI in business online?

To enrol in the BSc AI in Business online programme, you typically need a recognised secondary school diploma or equivalent qualification. At IU International University of Applied Sciences, we may also consider work experience and other qualifications as part of our flexible admission process. Check out our admission requirements to know more.

How long does the online BSc AI in business take to complete?

The duration of the online BSc AI in Business programme can vary. Full-time students often complete the degree in three years, while part-time students might take up to six years, depending on individual schedules and commitments. 

What are the fees for the BSc AI in business online?

The fees for the BSc AI in Business online programme vary based on factors such as study mode (full-time or part-time) and preferred payment plans. IU International University of Applied Sciences offers flexible payment options to accommodate different financial needs. For the most accurate fee information, it is best to contact our Study Advisors.