Module Overview

Course 1.1: Fundamentals of BP/PE I (Lecture, 2 LP)
Course 1.2: Fundamentals of BP/PE II (Seminar, 2 LP)
Course 1.3: Tasks and Objectives of BP/PE (Seminar, 2 LP)
Course 1.4: Theories of BP/PE (Lecture/Seminar, 2 LP)

  • Module exam after completing all courses in Modules 1 and 2
  • 20-minute oral exam
  • All content and key topics from Modules 1 and 2 will be tested (all LP credits will be awarded only after the exam)
  • Coursework in the courses is not graded; feedback is provided; work may be rejected with the opportunity for “revision”; 1 or 2 LP are awarded as academic credit (the type and scope are determined by the respective instructor)
  • Attendance is required in seminars; attendance is required in lectures (not monitored)

Course 2.1: Human Resource Development/Organizational Development (Seminar, 2 LP)
Course 2.2: Leadership Development (Seminar, 2 LP)
Course 2.3: Interdisciplinary and Intercultural Studies (Seminar, 2 LP)
Course 2.4: Quality and Knowledge Management (Seminar, 2 LP)

  • Module exam after completing all courses in Modules 1 and 2
  • 20-minute oral exam
  • All content and key topics from Modules 1 and 2 will be tested (all credit points will be awarded only after the exam)
  • Performance in the courses is not graded; feedback is provided; work may be rejected with the opportunity for “revision”; 1 or 2 LP awarded as academic credit (the type and scope are determined by the respective instructor)
  • Attendance is required in seminars; attendance is required in lectures (not monitored)

Course 3.1: Personnel Selection, Evaluation, and Marketing (Seminar, 2 LP)
Course 3.2: Human Resources Consulting (Seminar, 2 LP)
Course 3.3: In-House Training and Continuing Education (Seminar, 2 LP)

  • Module exam in the form of a term paper (deadline: 6 weeks)
  • All LP are awarded upon submission of a (positively evaluated) term paper
  • Coursework in the seminars is not graded; feedback is provided; work may be rejected with the option to “revise” it; 1 or 2 LP are awarded as academic credit (the type and scope are determined by the respective instructor)
  • Attendance is required for seminars; attendance is required for lectures (not monitored)

Course 4.1: Didactics and Methodology (Lecture, 2 LP)
Course 4.2: Educational Management (Seminar, 2 LP)
Course 4.3: Research Methodology (Seminar, 2 LP)

  • Module exam after completing all courses in the module
  • 2-hour written exam
  • All module content is tested (all credit points are awarded only after the exam)
  • Coursework in the seminars is not graded (feedback is provided; work may be rejected with the option to “revise” it; 1 or 2 LP are awarded as academic credit (the type and scope are determined by the respective instructor)
  • Attendance is required in seminars; attendance is required in lectures (not monitored)
Required:
  • A total of 540 hours of practical training during the program
  • Of these, in the BPPE track: proof of 270 hours (may be divided into partial internships of at least 120 hours each)
  • Internship Report
  • Complete the proof of completion form and have it signed

Opportunities and Challenges:
  • Previous practical experience (e.g., vocational training) may be recognized, but must be relevant to BPPE—an informal application is required
  • Recognition is limited to one internship
  • Work as a student assistant or part-time student may be recognized under certain circumstances