Dual Study Program Business Administration - Digital Business Management (B.A.)

About us

UCB is a global biopharmaceutical company, focusing on neurology and immunology. We are around 8,500 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.

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

Are you looking to start your career after finishing school in a successful, internationally operating pharmaceutical company that puts patients at the center and works closely with them? Do you want to take on responsibility and manage your own projects from the very beginning? Is strong team spirit just as important to you as exciting future prospects? Then you’ve come to the right place!

We offer you a practice-oriented dual study program starting August 1st, 2026, in cooperation with the Duale Hochschule Baden-Württemberg (DHBW) Mannheim, in the field of Business Administration – Digital Business Management (B.A.) .

What does the program look like?

During the dual study program, you will alternate every three months between theoretical phases at DHBW and practical phases at UCB.

Monheim (am Rhein) or Mannheim? Both!

The program begins on August 1st, 2026, with a two-month introductory phase in Monheim am Rhein (NRW), allowing you to get familiar with UCB, meet your cohort, and connect with colleagues before your studies begin.

Your first theoretical phase at DHBW in Mannheim (BW) will start in October or November 2026, depending on your study track. The total duration of the program is six semesters.

What will you learn?

Your training at UCB is tailored to your interests. Depending on which departments and areas you’d like to explore, we’ll work with you to create a personalized training plan for your practical phases.

You’ll gain insights into various departments at UCB, including:

• Human Resources
• Finance
• Marketing & Corporate Communications
• Digitalization & Operational Excellence
• Market Access
• Drug Safety
• Medical & Quality – and many more…

What do we offer?

• Fair compensation according to the chemical industry tariff:
• 1st year: €1,204
• 2nd year: €1,315
• 3rd year: €1,389 gross (subject to tariff changes)
• Monthly housing allowance (€500 gross)
• Coverage of travel or train costs between theory and practice phases
• Holiday and Christmas bonuses
• Laptop for professional use
• Support from a buddy and a mentor
• Training opportunities & seminars
• Financial subsidy for lunch in the company cafeteria
• Subsidized membership with a corporate fitness provider
• Agile & digital working environment

What qualifies you for a dual study program at UCB?

• General or subject-specific university entrance qualification (Abitur or Fachhochschulreife)
• Good to very good math skills
• Good to very good proficiency in English (spoken and written)
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Independent working style & initial work experience through internships, holiday or part-time jobs
• Engagement in school and extracurricular activities
• Motivation to perform & willingness to learn
• Quick comprehension & strong goal orientation
• Initiative & team spirit
• Outside-the-box thinking

Applicants who are not citizens or permanent residents of Germany must hold a valid residence permit and work authorization at the time of application.

Please note: The primary language of communication and instruction throughout the dual study program is German. Therefore, fluency in German is essential for successful participation in both theoretical and practical phases.

Please submit the following documents with your application (preferably in German):

• Cover letter
• CV
• School certificates
• Optional: (Further education) certificates, internship and job references

Are you ready to ‘go beyond’ to create value and make your mark for patients? If this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!

For technical issues or questions regarding this job posting, please contact:

Joline Klömpken – Joline.Kloempken@ucb.com