Hochschule Pforzheim

We provide high-quality, contemporary curricula that cover the diversity of functions and processes that sustain successful enterprises (contemporary curricula). We develop critical-thinking skills by considering business theory and its application, exploring complex problems, creative problem solving, decision-making, personal responsibility, and leadership. This enables our students to acquire lifelong learning skills (critical thinking). We prepare students for the challenges of global business by developing an international culture within the school and by facilitating international exchange. We encourage teaching and learning in at least one foreign language as well as participation in exchange programs to study and work in other cultural environments (international culture). We create a collaborative environment for students and faculty that emphasizes communication, mutual respect, innovation, individual initiative, service and pursuit of excellence (collaborative environment). We encourage and support student initiatives (student initiatives). We appreciate the critical importance of the administrators and support staff in achieving the School's mission (appreciate support staff). We are committed to continuous improvement in teaching, research programs and processes (continuous improvement). With a view to practical requirements, we prepare our students to sustainably face the challenges posed by economic, social, and ecological developments in a global environment (sustainable development).