Bachelor General Management

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Short Facts

Duration of Study

18-36 months | 180 ECTS

Type of study

part-time | online | English (also available in German from fall 2025)

Prerequisites

relevant professional experience | University entrance qualification or equivalent qualification

Academic Degree

Bachelor of Arts (Continuing Education) | BA (CE)

Tuition fee

from EUR 10.000,-

Next starting date

after passing the admission procedure

Why complete an online continuing education bachelor?

“New career perspectives often require new skills and qualifications. To ensure that you can optimally combine your continuing education with your job, we have developed a flexible online study program that you can complete from anywhere at your own pace, and that already considers your prior knowledge.” Christiane Aufschnaiter, Bakk. Phil. PhD, Academic Director.

Learn more about the Executive Bachelor General Management.

Overview

Are you looking for a study program that offers flexibility and structure? Do you want to learn independently while still benefiting from comprehensive support? Is it essential for you to combine practice and theory during your studies?
We designed this continuing education eStudy Bachelor Program General Management for working professionals who want to further their academic education in business administration and management. Depending on your prior credentials, we will individualize your study plan and allow you to study flexibly in an online format.
This is what makes this study program unique:

Maximum flexibility in time and place through the online phases (100% online | 100% free scheduling | optional Q&A Sessions).
Possible study start at any time, no fixed semester dates.
In-depth study, project-based learning, and mentoring during the 12-month focus phase (regularly MCI webinars | 2 optional workshops at MCI).
High-quality online learning through the use of the latest e-learning technologies and MCI's experience in online teaching.
Comprehensive academic, organizational, and technical support for students through lecturers and MCI study buddy.
Possibility of recognition of proven knowledge | Corresponding reduction of the tuition fees and the duration of study.

Katharina Mitterbacher Senior Office Management & Student Support

Do you have questions about studying? We look forward to hearing from you.

+43 512 2070 - 4202

estudy@mci.edu

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Structure & Content

The eStudy Bachelor Program General Management offers continuing education that is both practice-oriented and academic-based. The content and structure of the program are designed to meet the needs and expectations of working students.

This Bachelor program focuses on entrepreneurial thinking, acting, and decision-making. The aim is to educate and train experts who can develop companies and businesses in today’s complex (business) world. The online mode gives students the needed flexibility in terms of starting date, duration, location, and content of their study.

We design an individual study plan for the students, which takes into account already acquired knowledge and skills. The recognition of prior knowledge can lead to a reduction of the study time.

Phase 1: Online Phase

During phase 1 (Online Phase, 90 ECTS), students work through the contents of the respective eStudy modules in an accompanying self-study mode. It is possible to start with Phase 1 at any time. Students complete the modules at their own pace without being bound to the regular semester dates or lecture times. Individual modules of this phase can be accredited, depending on students’ prior knowledge.

In this phase, students focus on basic business administration content such as accounting, marketing, operations management, project management, or human resource management & leadership.

Phase 2: Focus Phase

During phase 2 (Focus Phase, 60 ECTS, 12 months), students complete two semesters of regular MCI Live webinars and two optional weeks with workshops at MCI. During this phase, students can also choose between the specializations Knowledge Management or Corporate Entrepreneurship.

Phase 3: Final Online Phase

Phase 3 (final Online Phase, 30 ECTS) again takes place in a pure online study mode. In this phase, students write their Bachelor thesis and take the Bachelor examination. Within the Bachelor thesis, students focus on a problem from their professional background and work on it using academic methods. During this phase, students can also choose between the specializations Knowledge Management or Corporate Entrepreneurship.

Organizational Development & Workplace Learning

In this elective, students focus on the field of human resource management and the opportunities of knowledge management and learning that digitalization offers to companies.

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

In this elective, students focus on processes of innovation management and product development as well as on strategic business management.

Short Facts

Program Overview

Time Model	online \| part-time
Design	3 phases: Online Phase \| Focus Phase \| final Online Phase
Workshop at MCI	2 weeks (optional)
ECTS	180 ECTS
Language	English (also available in German from fall 2025)
Tuition fee	from EUR 10.000,-

Module Overview

MODULE	ECTS
Business Administration	85
Economics, Society & Law	20
Communication & Personal Development	20
Applied & Interdisciplinary Competencies	20
Methodical & Scientific Competences	22
Bachelor Thesis & Exam	13

Courses | Curriculum

Online Phase


ONLINE PHASE	90 ECTS
Digital Competence & Self-Management	5
Introduction to Economic History & Economics	5
Accounting I	5
Accounting II	5
Academic Writing	5
Project, Process & Quality Management	5
Fundamentals of Law	5
Data Management & Statistics	5
Intercultural Competence & Diversity Training	5
Decision Theories & Decision-Making	5
Operations Management	5
Business Communication I	5
Business Communication II	5
Investment & Finance	5
Human Resource Management & Leadership	5
Research Methods I	5
Marketing & Sales	5
Organizational Development & Change	5

Focus Phase


FOCUS PHASE	60 ECTS
Research Methods II	5
Strategic Management	5
Entrepreneurship	5
Innovation & Technology Management	5
Digital Transformation	5
Case Study & Integrative Exam	5
Business Ethics	5
International Business	5
Digital Marketing	5
Majors: Innovation & Entrepreneurship Digital Workplace Learning	5 5
Academic Coaching	5
Interdisciplinary Elective	5

Final Online Phase

FINAL ONLINE PHASE	30 ECTS
Majors: Knowledge Management Corporate Entrepreneurship	5 5
Practical Application	12
Bachelor Thesis & Final Exam	13

Curriculum (pdf | 101.85K )

Academic Board | Lecturers

Program Director

Mag. Susanne E. Herzog

Head of Executive Education & Development

Academic Director

Christiane Aufschnaiter, Bakk. Phil. PhD
MCI Head of Studies

Didactics

Flexibility through online mode

Learning where you want
Learning when you can
Learning as quickly as you want
Saving travel times and costs

Support through guided self-study

Organizational support through personal MCI study buddy
Ongoing academic support from lecturers (Q&A Sessions)
Technical support through IT-Helpdesk

Learning Advantages

Individualized learning according to prior knowledge and goals
More interactive learning with active exchange, collaboration and networking
Development of digital skills

Work – Life – Learn

Online Learning facilitates or enables the combination of work, private life and further education.

Academic Degree

Upon completing the online continuing education Bachelor program, graduates acquire the recognized title of Bachelor of Arts of Continuing Education | BA (CE).

Graduates benefit from a strong network of renowned lecturers from science, business, and society after completing the program. Networking with international students promotes contacts and creates international acceptance for the benefit of the students.

Accreditation by the prestigious Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) testifies to the high quality and reputation of the study program and the degree it awards.

Learning Goals

In order to ensure the transfer of learning and to enable students to develop relevant competencies, MCI has defined clear cross-curricular learning goals. These describe, in detail, the knowledge and skills acquired by our graduates on completion of their studies at MCI.

Information Literacy

Our graduates have the ability to research information from variety of optionally digital sources, evaluate their credibility and use them responsibly.

Responsible Decision Making

Inspired by the UN Sustainable Development Goals, our graduates can make decisions that are ecologically sustainable, economically responsible, and socially equitable.

Entrepreneurship

Our graduates demonstrate proficiency in applying entrepreneurial thinking and strategies to identify market opportunities, solve complex problems, and create innovative solutions, considering ethical issues.

Who is the program suitable for?

The continuing education eStudy Bachelor Program General Management is aimed at (future) executives and people in management positions who want to continue their education flexibly in terms of time and place next to working. In addition to a university entrance qualification, admission requirements include at least two years of qualified professional experience.

This study program is addressed to:

Persons without an academic degree who can already show several years of relevant professional experience.
Individuals who desire education or training in the field of business administration that meets the current state of the art.
Persons with a degree in non-business disciplines who wish to prepare themselves for management tasks.

Admission

Applications for studies are accepted on an ongoing basis via our online application platform. In the interests of your further planning, we recommend that you submit your application early.

Applications for several degree programs at MCI in parallel are possible and welcome, as long as the motivation for the chosen studies can be conclusively demonstrated.

Prerequisites

Generally admitted to the study program are persons

at least two years of relevant professional experience

and

a University entrance qualification (e.g. Matura, relevant university entrance qualification, Berufsreifeprüfung, etc.), or
completion of dual training in relevant apprenticeships, or
completion of a relevant vocational secondary school, or
other equivalent qualifications.

Admission Procedure

The admission procedure includes the following elements:

Online counseling interview and prior check of the crediting possibilities

The individual study plan is developed in this interview according to the applicant’s prior knowledge. Online counseling interview and prior check of the crediting possibilities.

Online application

The application is made through an online application and also through the following supplementary documents

Curriculum Vitae, letter of motivation
Proof of a general University entrance qualification
Proof of an adequate command of English
Proof of relevant professional experience
Other certificates for recognition of professional qualification and education

Online personal interview

The interview allows applicants to present themselves personally, narrate their career history, explain their motivation for applying to this program as well as describe their medium-term professional goals.

Decision

An admission committee decides on the applicant’s admission to the Bachelor program.

Recognition

Prior knowledge and professional experience offer many advantages. They can help to have better career opportunities, promotion prospects, and development possibilities. In the eStudy Bachelor Program General Management, your prior knowledge and professional expertise can generate other significant advantages for your degree.

According to FHG, it is possible to credit courses from academic/non-academic prior knowledge and professional experience for the eStudy Bachelor Program General Management. In addition, this means a reduction of tuition fees. For each accredited module (= 5 ECTS) the tuition fee will be reduced by EUR 400,-. At the same time, the recognition of prior knowledge also means that the duration of the study program will be reduced. Important: The preliminary check of the crediting possibilities should take place before applying to the study program.

Sounds interesting? Then make an appointment with us! We will consult you about your individual possibilities.

Funding Options

Prior knowledge and experience are worth it. Let us check your previous knowledge and reduce not only the study duration, but also the tuition fees!

For an overview of scholarships and funding opportunities on our website, click here.

Find out whether you can apply for a scholarship as a part-time student.

Check the possibility of tax deductions for continuing education. You can find information on this via the Arbeiterkammer, or the BMBWF.

Some students get their tuition fees covered fully or partly by their employer. Discuss this possibility with your employer.

Career & Perspectives

Upon completing the continuing education eStudy Bachelor Program General Management, graduates acquire the internationally recognized title of Bachelor of Arts (Continuing Education) BA | (CE). The completion of this Bachelor program qualifies graduates to enter a continuing master program.

Professional Opportunities

Graduates will have opportunities in management and as executives in all industries and companies. They are especially qualified for positions that focus on business management tasks, such as:

Project & Process Management
Innovation Management
Marketing & Sales
Accounting & Controlling
HR Management & Personnel Development
Entrepreneurship
Consulting
Public Administration

Questions & Answers

What is the difference between this self-paced program and an online study program?

You can work through the content of all modules and finish courses at your own pace. Students are not bound to fixed semester dates or deadlines.
Traditional online study programs provide a structured learning environment. You can not finish courses at your own pace. Students are bound to fixed semester dates and deadlines.

What does Continuing Education Bachelor mean?

In addition to traditional bachelor and master programs, MCI also offers study programs in the context of continuing education at universities. These are continuing education programs for decision makers at all management levels who are looking for flexible and customized part time programs.
Until now, in higher continuing education, the MBA degree has been the most common degree offered. Since a legal amendment in October 2021, continuing education programs at Austrian universities can also be offered at Bachelors’s level.
In these bachelor programs, the academic degree „Bachelor of Arts (Continuing Education)” is awarded, which is often referred to as “continuing education bachelor” in common usage. The extent for extraordinary bachelor studies is 180 ECTS and is equivalent to traditional bachelor programs.
This bachelor degree entitles graduates to enter a further master program.

What are the advantages of completing this Bachelor Program in this special format?

You are independent in terms of location and time when completing your studies, which allows you to combine your professional and private life.
The study progress is based on your own pace.
Take an exam whenever you are ready.
The online Bachelor (CE) General Management takes place in guided self-study (academic support through regular Q&A sessions, organizational support through MCI study buddy, technical support through IT helpdesk).
Several years of relevant professional experience can reduce your study time as well as your tuition fee.
A study start ist possible at any time.
Savings in travel time and costs.

What is the aim of this degree program in terms of content?

This continuing education bachelor program offers academic training in business administration and management.

Which prior knowledge can I get credit for?

According to Fachhochschulgesetz, already completed courses at universities, further education, as well as relevant professional experience, can be credited to this bachelor’s program. For more detailed information and an individual assessment of your previous knowledge, please contact us at estudy@mci.edu.

Do I have to pay the tuition fee at once?

No. Following payment options are possible:

single payment
payment by instalments (3 instalments)
monthly instalments (24 monthly instalments)

What is the acquired title after the graduation?

Bachelor of Arts of Continuing Education | BA (CE)

MCI Alumni are entitled to combine their academic degree with the brand “MCI”. BA (CE) (MCI)