Business information technology specialists are equally familiar with business and IT. Their job is to analyse business requirements, model and design solutions, and communicate skillfully with people in different roles and professions. Thus, they deliver the innovation that helps organisations succeed in the age of digitalisation!
As a business information technology specialist you will find broad opportunities for varied roles in IT services and consulting or in the IT departments of companies and public administrations. In your job you have to consider the needs of users while being aware of the technical, organisational and financial resources available. To find the best possible solution you will liaise with internal and external partners and use appropriate models to describe your findings.
Your studies will equip you with the ability to systematically analyse big data within an organisation and actively shape business processes. You can work in a consulting role to develop new e-business services and prepare the successful launch of new products. As you gain experience you will develop leadership skills, effectively driving the digital aspects of a corporate strategy.
Admission
As a general rule you will be admitted to the programme with a professional Baccalaureate. If required you may need an additional year of practical experience. Find further information here.
Registration
Deadline for the academic year 2020/21: 30 April 2020
«Especially the first steps in programming are new territory for many students. By participating in the lectures, a lot of material is conveyed in an understandable way.»
Michel Riedo, graduate
Programme
The full-time programme can be completed in six semesters and the part-time programme in eight semesters. The part-time model is designed for people who have a job, participate in a sport or care for others.
Students who can evidence that they worked at least 50% throughout their studies as qualified commercial employees will be awarded up to 15 credit points if they submit an additional paper related to their employment. They can either be salaried employees or self-employed.
Teaching times Basel
Part Time: Mondays and Wednesdays (afternoon and evening), Saturday mornings
Full Time: Monday to Thursday (all day)
Teaching times Brugg-Windisch
Part Time: Thursdays and Fridays (occasionally Saturday mornings)
Full Time: Thursdays and Fridays plus 2 half-days (to be defined)
Introduction week
Your studies start with an introduction week in september (week 37). Introduction week (PDF)
Degree program
Your degree involves taking modules in five groups. Elective modules are an opportunity to pursue your interests in more depth. You will receive ECTS credits for every module you complete successfully. You need to achieve 180 points for your bachelor’s degree. The following table shows how many ECTS points are allocated to the different groups of modules.
Group of modules
Core modules
Elective modules
Foundation
30-35 ECTS
5-25
Business Administration
30-35 ECTS
Information Technology
30-35 ECTS
Business Information Technology
30-35 ECTS
Student Work
35 ECTS
180 credits must be obtained to successfully complete the course. The modular structure provides you with the opportunity to focus on specific module groups in accordance with your future career goals.
In the practice project you will gain first hand experience of the challenges faced by companies. You will use the knowledge gained to work out solutions for practice, working in small groups in the company. The tasks are varied and keep pace with technological change.
You will take a fresh approach to analysing processes in the company and making suggestions for improvement. For example, you will assist the company in choosing business software, provide support in business processes and contribute your ideas to topics like cloud computing or data management. You will experience the impact of applying the competencies you gained in your studies. A successful project may even lead to a job after you have completed your studies.
The bachelor thesis completes your course of studies. Student projects
As a business information technology specialist you will find broad job opportunities for varied roles in IT services and consulting or in the IT departments of companies and public administrations. In your job you will have to consider the needs of users while being aware of the technical, organisational and financial resources available. To find the best possible solution you will liaise with internal and external partners and use appropriate models to describe your findings.
Business IT experts are in great demand in companies ranging from SMEs and ambitious start-ups to multinational corporations. Many attractive jobs await you with great potential for the future – with either more emphasis on business or on IT depending on your interests and preferences.
Our good connections with universities abroad pave the way for an exchange semester. Credits obtained at a partner university can be counted towards your degree if proof of performance is provided. Buddy programmes, summer schools und study trips provide further opportunities to prepare for the challenges of the modern working world in an international environment. Find further information here.
Organisational details
Registration fee (1)
once
CHF 200
Personal course fee (2)
per semester
CHF 700
Copying and materials
per semester
CHF 100
Teaching materials, books, projects
per year
ca. CHF 1'000
Diploma fee
once
CHF 300
(1) A separate registration fee has to be paid for each programme you register for.
(2) For students domiciled in a Swiss canton or in the Principality of Liechtenstein with legal entitlement to a grant, for Expatriate Swiss citizens or for students domiciled in a Swiss canton, who are holders of a residence permit that has not been issued specially for their studies. For other students, please contact the secretariat. Tuitition fees qualify for attendance of any Bachelor course within FHNW, independent of the particular enrolment at a faculty.
Download the study guide (PDF)