Dual Study Program in Business Administration - International Business (B.A.)

Make your mark for patients

Start date: 1 August 2027

Locations: Monheim am Rhein and Mannheim

Academic partner: Duale Hochschule Baden-Württemberg (DHBW)

 

Start your journey with UCB

Are you ready to launch your career after finishing school and looking for a hands-on degree program at an international company that combines innovation with a strong focus on patients? Would you like to take on responsibility, shape your own projects and become part of a committed team? Then UCB is the right place for you!

Starting on 1 August 2027, we are offering a practice-oriented dual study program in Business Administration – International Business (B.A.) in partnership with DHBW Mannheim.

 

How your study program works

Getting started in Monheim am Rhein: You will begin with a two-month onboarding period before your academic studies begin, giving you the opportunity to get to know UCB, your colleagues and your fellow dual students.

Alternating theory and practice: Every three months, you will alternate between academic phases at DHBW in Mannheim and practical placements at UCB in Monheim.

Program duration: 6 semesters (3 years)

Start of studies at DHBW: October or November 2027, depending on the degree programme

 

Your practical placements – varied and tailored to you

Your training plan will be tailored to your interests and strengths. You will gain insight into a range of business function, including:

Human Resources (HR)

Finance

Marketing and Corporate Communications

Digitalisation and Operational Excellence

Market Access

Drug Safety

Medical and Quality

…and many other exciting departments!

 

What we offer

Attractive remuneration in line with the German chemical industry collective agreement

Monthly allowance to support living expenses, such as housing costs

Reimbursement of travel expenses for official transitions between academic and practical phases

Holiday and Christmas bonuses

Laptop for professional use

Personal support from a buddy and mentor

Training opportunities and seminars

Subsidised meals in the company canteen

Subsidised membership with a corporate fitness provider

An agile, digital working environment with modern tools

 

What you bring

A general higher education entrance qualification (Abitur) or a university of applied sciences entrance qualification (Fachhochschulreife)

Good to very good mathematics skills

Good to very good written and spoken English

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint

The ability to work independently and some initial professional experience, for example through internships or part-time jobs

Active involvement in school or in extracurricular activities

Motivation, a willingness to learn and a goal-oriented mindset

A collaborative mindset, initiative and the ability to think outside the box

 

Important information

German language skills are essential, as most communication and teaching throughout the dual study program will be in German.

Applicants who are not German citizens or do not hold permanent residency must have a valid residence and work permit at the time of application.

 

Your application process

As a first step in the application process, please submit the following documents:

Your CV in English

Your most recent school reports, graduation certificate or transcript of records in German or English

Once we have received your documents, we will send you a qualification form by email. Please complete the form and return it to us.  We will then verify whether you meet the eligibility criteria for the dual study program based on your CV, certificates and the information provided in the form. If you meet the eligibility criteria, we will invite you to an online or in-person interview, depending on your location.

The interview will be conducted in German. To help you feel well prepared, we will provide you with a guide in advance. During the conversation, you will have the opportunity to learn more about UCB and our dual study program, and, of course, to ask any questions you may have.

The final stage of the application process is an online assessment center, which will also be conducted in German and usually takes place in a small group. If you reach this part of the process, we will provide you with all the relevant details in advance.

 

Ready to take the next step?

We look forward to receiving your application and wish you every success in the selection process!

About us 

UCB is a global biopharmaceutical company, focusing on neurology and immunology. We are over 9.000 people in all four corners of the globe, inspired by patients and driven by science.

Why work with us? 

At UCB, we don’t just complete tasks, we create value. We aren’t afraid to push forward, collaborate, and innovate to make our mark for patients. We have a caring, supportive culture where everyone feels included, respected, and has equal opportunities to do their best work. We ‘go beyond’ to create value for our patients, and always with a human focus, whether that’s on our patients, our employees, or our planet. Working for us, you will discover a place where you can grow, and have the freedom to carve your own career path to achieve your full potential.

At UCB, we’ve embraced a hybrid-first approach to work, bringing teams together in local hubs to foster collaborative curiosity. Unless expressly stated in the description or precluded by the nature of the position, roles are hybrid with 40% of your time spent in the office.

UCB is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable laws.

Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us on EMEA-Reasonable_Accommodation@ucb.com. Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments; we will not be able to support you through this channel.