We are a state-accredited university of applied sciences with approx. 650 students, 10professors and a network of lecturers from various industries and disciplines.
- 2 Masters
- 650 Students
- Private Institution Type
Top reasons to study here
- An international and intercultural hub for collaboration and experience
- Interactive and (co-)creative approach to teaching and learning
- A new holistic way of (re-)thinking and (re-)doing.
Master's Programmes
Business & Management (2)
Humanities (1)
Social Sciences (1)
About
History
In 1903, the university was founded as the Merkur Akademie and in 1978 was transformed into the Merkur Akademie M.A.I. gGmbH. In 1992, a bachelor's programme was launched in cooperation with foreign universities. In 2004 the MAI Privathochschulen gGmbH Karlsruhe was founded. This was accredited by the Science Council in 2005 and officially recognised by the state.
Education
We act on the assumption of the educational ideal of an educated young person with multifaceted interests, who
- is willing to assume responsibility, believes that leadership is an opportunity to serve others and society,
- is capable of changing his/her point of view and questioning his/her own construction of reality, on the basis of sound know-how and a broad academic education,
- is able to look "behind the scenes" of what seems to be self-evident,
- is willing to cross inner and outer borders and open to new and foreign experiences and,
- •thus, in the spirit of life-long learning, has acquired the ability of independently developing his/her personality.
Research
Karlshochschule academic profile is characterized by pluralistic oriented research interests in economic and entrepreneurial acting and activities in organizational life-worlds and their socio-cultural, societal embedment. We act on the assumption that economic and organizational realities are constructed and staged (performed) by agents and agencies through attributions, interpretations and negotiations of senses and sense-making. Karlshochschule International University understands itself as a business and management school that is "coined" by the studies of culture while it aspires to supplement or overcome traditional economistic and managerialistic approaches.
Career
Overall, students graduating from private universities have excellent career prospects in Germany; on average, they find an adequate work position more quickly after graduating from university. Through its connection to local industries (which are often global players) students often find a job in these companies. This is facilitated by the compulsory internships and company projects that are part of the curriculum. The study programs at Karlshochschule are oriented at pursuing a career in globally operating businesses, industries or international organizations.
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Student services
Students can work in the library, different seminar rooms or workplaces in the extended hallways.
Housing services
Karlshochschule does not provide on-site housing, since it is a small private university. Nevertheless, there is public student housing available through the Studierendenwerk Karlsruhe.
Library services
The library comprises more than 13,000 books as well as approximately 70 journals and is generally open to all interested parties. External visitors can use the library during the opening hours between 8am and 5pm.
ICT services
There is an open WiFi network on campus and several computers that can be used or borrowed by students. The university also provides IT support.
Medical services
Healthcare facilities are off campus. Students have compulsory health insurance in Germany. The public health insurance provides very good and free access to all preventive and acute health services.
Student Life
Sports facilities
Students have access to sports facilities of the public university in Karlsruhe. There is several gyms and a broad array of sports offers (team and individual).
Student clubs
The SENSE Center enables students and civil society organizations as well as schools to jointly implement a practical project. In this way, students get to know the work in civil society and the educational system and experience what it means to take responsibility for society. The students get to know the common good oriented practice and its social importance. In doing so, they sharpen their ability to work in a team, solution orientation and social skills.
Accreditation
- Officially recognized by the Wissenschaftsministerium (Ministry of Science) Baden-Württemberg
- All degree programs (12 BA, one MA) are accredited by the FIBAA
- FIBAA Premium-seal for all Management Bachelor Programs
- System accreditation by the FIBAA
Student Reviews
Good experience!
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
Overall I had a good experience and I consider studying at Karls to be a great investment for the future.
Soft Skills
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
I had a really good international and working experience since in our third and fourth semesters we work closely with companies in a company project. I also developed a bigger understanding of business, management, and culture. In my university, you'll enhance your presentation and communication skills. Which is very important depending on what kind of job you will do in...
Every small step we take defines the course of our journey
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
At the Karlshochschule University I had the opportunity not only to acquire an excellent academical education but at the same time an excellent moral education. During the course of my program I had the opportunity to take part in several practical projects, which where executed in partnership with local companies. In these projects I learned to be engaged and to be...
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