Industrial Engineering and Management (WING)
Bachelor's degree, part-time
The Bachelor's degree programme in Industrial Engineering provides you with a comprehensive, practice-oriented education in technology, business, and personal development. You will learn how technological progress, economic success, and social change interact. As an industrial engineer, you will coordinate key interfaces between technology, industries, and business models, tackling complex challenges with confidence.
This degree prepares you for a successful career in a dynamic, intercultural environment. Upon graduation, you will be well equipped to take on a key role at the intersection of engineering and business, making a sustainable impact in the corporate world.
The Industrial Engineering programme is offered on a part-time basis, with around 15 study places available in a dual-study format.
Note: The scope and titles of the courses for the 2026/27 academic year are currently being revised as part of the further development of the programme. If you have any questions regarding the content, please feel free to contact the programme administration or programme director.
The 180 ECTS credits are distributed across six semesters and include compulsory modules, elective specialisations, and the bachelor's thesis.
Elective specialisation: At the end of the 4th semester, you choose between the elective modules Sustainable Product Management, Resilient Supply Chain Management, and Digital Construction and Process Management.
Individual competencies: Part-time students select one “individual elective” (FLEX elective) per semester (excluding semester 5) from a catalogue of options. It is also possible to take multiple FLEX electives in a single semester. A total of 10 ECTS credits from the Individual Competencies area must be completed over the duration of the programme.
ECTS: Credits awarded according to the European Credit Transfer System. In line with international standards, a total of 180 ECTS credits must be earned over six semesters.
Course content in detail
E | Elective course
ECTS: Performance points according to the "European Credit Transfer System". According to international standards, 180 ECTS points must be earned over 6 semesters.
Attendance at the FHV, e-learning units, self-organised learning and group and project work alternate throughout the course. We recommend reducing your professional activity to 60-80%.
Courses and examinations take place:
- generally on Fridays from 2:00 PM to 9:30 PM and all day on Saturdays
- additionally, 5 attendance days during the week per semester
- occasionally on Fridays from 1:00 PM in the 2nd semester (preparation for the study trip)
Mobility window: Study trip (currently to India or South Africa, 2 weeks) after the 3rd semester
Participation in two short-term programmes of RUN-EU, Semester abroad possible in the 4th semester
Internship: For professionals not working in a related field: 6 weeks (250 hours) in the 5th semester alongside work
- Admission to the final oral examination:
- all courses in the curriculum must have been successfully completed (examination regulations and grading scale) and
- the Bachelor's thesis must have been graded positively.
- Degree awarded: Bachelor of Science in Engineering, BSc
- Level of the degree according to the national and European qualifications framework: Bachelor (1st cycle)
- Field of study according to ISCED-F code: 0718 - Inter-disciplinary engineering and management
Career opportunities after graduation
Upon completing the Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, you will have developed the technical, business, and interpersonal skills needed to solve entrepreneurial challenges from a holistic perspective. These competencies open up a wide range of career opportunities, which you can take on in a leadership role – for example, in logistics, technical sales/product management, construction management, or management consulting.
The degree also qualifies you to pursue a Master's programme at a university of applied sciences or a traditional university, either in Austria or abroad. At FHV, we offer Master's programmes in Computer Science, Business Informatics, and Business Administration.
Building on this, a doctoral or PhD programme at a university is also possible.
- Project Manager: Responsible for leading and coordinating projects across various fields, from product development to IT projects.
- Change Manager: Supports organisational change processes and ensures the efficient implementation of transformation strategies.
- Process and Organisation Consultant: Analyses and optimises business processes and organisational structures to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
- Supply Chain Manager: Oversees and improves the entire supply chain, from procurement to delivery.
- Production Planner: Plans and manages production processes to make optimal use of resources and meet delivery deadlines.
- Product Manager for Sustainable Products: Develops and manages sustainable products throughout their entire life cycle.
- Marketing Manager for Sustainable Products: Designs and implements marketing strategies to promote sustainable products.
- Construction Project Manager: Manages construction projects, coordinating timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure timely completion.
- Process Manager in Construction: Optimises and digitalises construction processes to increase efficiency and integrate innovative solutions.
Industrial Engineering and Management student stories
Why study Industrial Engineering and Management at FHV?
- In integrative and interdisciplinary courses, the programme combines technical, business, and personal development content.
- You can choose an individual specialisation: Sustainable Product Management, Resilient Supply Chain Management, or Digital Construction and Process Management.
- A compulsory international study experience strengthens your intercultural communication skills.
- An innovative learning environment featuring simulations and blended learning helps you develop strong technical and methodological competencies.
- Clear timelines and a well-structured course design support the balance between work, study, and family life.
- Building a regional network of industry contacts and peers fosters exchange, broadens perspectives, and supports career progression.
- Lecturers from leading companies in the field bring valuable real-world insights into the classroom.
WINGDual students benefit from a three-year combination of academic degree, substantial professional experience, and attractive earnings.
Access and application
The Bachelor's degree programme in Engineering and Management requires the following qualifications or competencies:
- General university entrance qualification, or
- Relevant professional qualification with additional examinations
For this degree programme, relevant professional qualifications include the completion of any apprenticeship or vocational secondary school programme with a training period of at least three years, or a comparable vocational qualification in terms of scope and requirements, which includes an economic or technical component in its curriculum.
The programme director decides on the relevance of the field of study. Applicants with a relevant professional qualification must successfully complete the additional examinations at FHV.
For admission, proof of language proficiency at level B2 in both German and English (according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) is required.
The WING programme is aimed at:
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Applicants with a technical background and relevant professional experience
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Applicants without prior work experience – in this case, you can opt for the dual study model
FHV's application periods are structured as follows:
Application Period I: 15 November – 1 March
Apply by 1 March to benefit from an early admission decision.
Application Period II: until 31 May
You can apply for all study programmes regularly until 31 May.
Application Period III: until 31 August
Some programmes may still offer individual places until 31 August.
Important information: The application deadline for applicants from third countries (non-EU/non-EEA, except Switzerland) is 1 March.
Two steps to your desired degree at FHV:
Step 1:
Assessment of your complete application documents, your prior education, and relevant experience.
Step 2:
In a personal interview, we get to know you better – your goals, your motivation, and your reasons for choosing this degree programme.
Special Provisions: If you hold a qualification from a higher vocational secondary school (e.g. HTL, HAK), certain courses may be individually credited towards your degree. Details will be discussed with the programme director during a personal consultation.
Do you still have questions about the study programme?
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