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Dual study programme in business administration
Study, gain practical experience and start building your career. Our dual study programme in Business Administration with major in insurance combines academic learning at FHDW Hanover with practical placements at Hannover Re. After three years, you'll graduate with a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) and valuable experience in an international business environment.
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Programme at a glance
| Programme | Business Administration with a major in insurance |
| Degree | Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) with a major in insurance and certified insurance and financial practitioner |
| University | FHDW Hannover |
| Duration | 3 years |
| Salary | Collective agreement-based training salary plus additional benefits |
| Start date | 1 September each year |
| Location | Hannover |
| Practical experience | Placements in up to 5 different departments within an international environment |
Dual study programme: Your start at Hannover Re
During your dual study programme, you will alternate regularly between FHDW Hanover and your practical placements at Hannover Re. This allows you to apply your knowledge directly and gain insight into a wide range of areas within an international reinsurer.
What to expect
- Insights into the core business of an international reinsurer and the world of insurance management
- Practical placements in up to five different departments, allowing you to get to know a variety of teams, topics and career opportunities
- Involvement in day-to-day business and projects, for example market analyses, quotation assessments and cross-functional tasks
- Collaboration with colleagues from different departments and countries, as well as the opportunity to spend time abroad during your studies
- Dual qualification: Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) and an additional IHK qualification in Insurance and Financial Services
Your benefits
- We cover your tuition fees and IHK examination costs
- Collective agreement-based salary, plus holiday and Christmas bonuses
- Flexible working hours, hybrid working opportunities and 30 days of annual leave
- Professional and personal development opportunities, language courses and departmental placements
- Strong career prospects after graduation
Requirements for our dual study programme
You're about to complete your school education or already have your university entrance qualification and are curious about business, insurance and international markets? Then you're already bringing along some of the qualities that matter most.
The programme could be a good fit if you:
- are interested in business, insurance and global economic developments
- enjoy working with numbers and analytical challenges
- like working with other people and value teamwork
- are curious and open to new ideas and perspectives
- enjoy taking responsibility and contributing your own ideas
- would like to use both German and English in an international environment
For us, it's not just about grades. Curiosity, initiative, teamwork and a willingness to learn are just as important.
Maxi's experience as a dual student
Would you like to find out more about the dual study programme? Then take a look at Maxi's video. He is a former dual study programme student and shares why the dual study programme at Hannover Re was the perfect combination for him. Today he works as an underwriter in the US business. Maybe that's a path you'd like to take too? Then get to know us and apply for the dual study programme.
How to apply
The application period for the following year's training starts every spring. To apply, please submit your application documents via our application portal by October. We look forward to receiving an up-to-date CV, your most recent academic certificates and, if you like, a little more personal information about yourself and your hobbies.
"After leaving school, I was keen to broaden my horizons, which is why I was so drawn to the international nature of the company. At Hannover Re I not only have the opportunity to work at international locations, but also to get to know the diversity of the divisions and their areas of responsibility."
Podcast with dual student
You want to learn more about your opportunities as a student at Hannover Re? In this podcast, Dennis shares exciting insights into his career path, his daily responsibilities, and the challenges that come with his role.
