Faculty of Management, Economics and SocietyManagement, entrepreneurship, economics, law, philosophy and politics – with a focus on sustainability and impact
Shaping a successful and sustainable future
We offer innovative and forward-looking degree programmes and research in two core areas: Management & Entrepreneurship, and Philosophy, Politics & Economics. Our approach combines academic excellence with a practical focus. It equips our students with the specialist knowledge and skills they need for their future careers in a rapidly changing world.
What sets the Faculty of Management, Economics and Society apart
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Departments of the Faculty of Management, Economics and Society
Department of Management and Entrepreneurship (MUT)
The Department of Management and Entrepreneurship (MUT) focuses its teaching and research on decision-making, start-up and change processes in business.
Department of Philosophy, Politics and Economics
The Department of Philosophy, Politics and Economics focuses its teaching and research on major societal changes, such as the digital transformation, the climate crisis and globalisation.
We offer the following degree programmes
Bachelor’s degree programmes
In the Bachelor of Choice programme, you can study with complete freedom: students can choose from five degree programmes in the field of Business & Society, with opportunities for individual specialisation, interdisciplinary nano-degrees and over 100 courses in the ‘Studium fundamentale’. What makes it special: During the first year of study, students have the opportunity to switch to one of the four other degree programmes without losing any credits or time.
Management (B. Sc.)
Whether they choose to work for start-ups, multinational corporations, family businesses or NGOs – our students develop leadership skills and build a network whilst still at university, thanks to a curriculum with a strong practical focus.
PPÖ – Philosophie, Politik und Ökonomik (B. A.)
The original: Examine the tension between business and politics from ethical and philosophical perspectives, understand and reflect on the logic of the economic and political system, and shape new possibilities. We explore these topics with our students.
Management im Gesundheitswesen (B. Sc.)
We combine business expertise with an understanding of healthcare – in a practical and forward-looking way. With a Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Management, you’ll play an active role in shaping the healthcare sector of tomorrow and build a strong network whilst you’re still studying.
Wirtschaft, Politik und Recht (B. A.)
In order to bring about lasting improvement in our society, it is essential to understand politics, the economy and the legal framework. Our students operate within this triangle.
Management & Psychologie (B. Sc.)
Business management expertise combined with the benefits of psychological methods and insights. Through this degree programme, we prepare our students for key roles in the fields of leadership, as well as work and organisational development.
Master’s degree programmes
Management (M. Sc.)
In-depth expertise in business administration and management, combined with a holistic view of strategies and organisations – this is how we train outstanding leaders, both in theory and in practice.
PPE – Philosophy, Politics and Economics (M. A.)
On the interdisciplinary PPE degree programme, our students learn to reflect on strategic decisions from an ethical perspective and to address the social, political and economic challenges of our globalised world.
Witten MBA – Leadership & Management
Is it time for the next step in your career? This part-time degree programme offers business expertise, personal development and a holistic outlook.
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Contact details for the Dean’s Office
The Dean’s Office of the Faculty of Management, Economics and Society can be contacted via the central email address dekanat.wige@uni-wh.de .
Univ.-Prof. Dr.
Dirk Sauerland , MHE
Dean
Faculty of Management, Economics and Society | Faculty Office
Alfred-Herrhausen-Straße 50
58455 WittenRoom number: 1.223
Dr.
Monika Olivo
Managing Director
Faculty of Management, Economics and Society | Faculty Office
Alfred-Herrhausen-Straße 50
58455 WittenRoom number: 1.214
Univ.-Prof. Dr.
Thomas Clauß
Vice Dean for Research
Faculty of Management, Economics and Society
Alfred-Herrhausen-Straße 50
58455 WittenRoom number: 1.054.2
Univ.-Prof. Dr.
Denefa Bostandzic
Vice Dean for Teaching
Faculty of Management, Economics and Society | Faculty Office
Alfred-Herrhausen-Straße 50
58455 WittenRoom number: C-E.92 A
Univ.-Prof. Dr.
Christoph Schreiber
Vice Dean for Teaching
Faculty of Management, Economics and Society | Faculty Office
Heike Juditzki
Secretariat
Faculty of Management, Economics and Society | Faculty Office
Alfred-Herrhausen-Straße 50
58455 Witten
Melanie Helm
Secretariat
Faculty of Management, Economics and Society | Faculty Office
Alfred-Herrhausen-Straße 50
58455 WittenRoom number: 1.213
Committees of the Faculty of Management, Economics and Society
Ground-breaking teaching and research are only possible through participation and exchange. That is why the faculty’s members are actively involved in various faculty- and university-wide committees, such as:
- in the Senate, the university’s highest academic decision-making body.
- the Faculty Council, the faculty’s highest decision-making body.
- the Faculty Assembly, which serves to inform all members and affiliates of the faculty and to facilitate the formation of opinions.
- in the Student Council of the Faculty of Management, Economics and Society, which represents the interests of all students in the faculty.