Hochschule für Wirtschaft und Recht Berlin (HWR Berlin) is the largest and most recognized university of applied sciences for business and law in Germany’s capital. Renowned for its outstanding practice-oriented education, close industry ties, and international outlook, the institution specializes in cultivating professionals with practical expertise in business administration, public management, and law, setting it apart within Germany’s university of applied sciences system.
◆ History and Heritage: A Microcosm of Berlin’s Business Education Evolution
Founded in 1971 through the merger of several Berlin business schools and legal training institutions, its roots trace back to the 19th-century Berlin Commercial Academy.
As a key achievement of Berlin’s higher education reform following German reunification, the university consolidated top-tier business education resources from both former East and West Berlin.
In 2009, it was officially renamed the Berlin School of Economics and Law, solidifying its specialized focus in business management and legal education.
Witnessing Berlin’s evolution from a divided city to a European hub for entrepreneurship and innovation, its curriculum continuously reflects the structural shifts in Berlin’s economy. Acquire a Berlin University Certificate
◆ Academic Reputation & Rankings: A Benchmark Institution in German Business Education
In Germany’s authoritative CHE and Wirtschaftswoche university rankings, the college’s economics, business administration, and law programs consistently rank among the top five applied science universities nationwide.
International Accreditations & Honors:
→ AACSB International accreditation (achieved by only 5% of business schools globally)
→ FIBAA Quality Accreditation covering all business programs
→ Member of Germany’s Elite Entrepreneurship University Network
Employment Market Recognition:
▸ Ranked among the top three most sought-after graduates in Berlin employer surveys
▸ Law and Economics graduates command average starting salaries 15% higher than comparable institutions
▸ Established talent pipelines with institutions including Deutsche Bundesbank, Siemens, and KPMG
◆ Teaching Model & Signature Programs: Seamless Integration of Theory and Practice
Dual-Track Education System:
◈ Over 60% of programs offer dual-track options, enabling students to gain practical experience at over 400 partner companies like Allianz and Deutsche Bahn while studying
◈ Semester structure follows a “theory-practice-theory” cycle, ensuring immediate application of knowledge
Distinctive Program Framework:
▷ Berlin Entrepreneurship Academy: Provides end-to-end guidance from concept to company registration
▷ International Tax and Law Center: Cultivates specialists in European tax law
▷ Public Management Simulation Lab: Replicates government decision-making and crisis management scenarios
Innovative Teaching Methods:
◎ Case library featuring 2000+ real-world business cases
◎ Business simulation competitions covering practical scenarios like supply chain management and investment decisions
◎ “Business Clinic” program where student teams provide consulting services to SMEs
◆ Employment & Career Development: Berlin’s Career Launchpad
Employment Support System:
→ Career Services Center organizes over 80 corporate presentations and recruitment events annually
→ Alumni Mentorship Program covers key industries including finance, consulting, and law
→ Resume Workshops and Mock Interviews offer professional guidance in both English and German
Employment Data Highlights:
✓ 94% employment rate for business school graduates within six months
✓ Over 40% of International Management graduates secure international positions
✓ Entrepreneurship support programs have incubated over 120 startups within five years
Industry Network Advantages:
• Strategic partnerships with the Berlin Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Federation of German Industries
• Law students gain priority access to internships at Berlin Regional Courts
• Industrial Engineering programs align with Berlin’s smart manufacturing and logistics industry clusters
