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Commercial Assistant / Business Assistant – Information Processing Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Kaufmännische/r Assistent/in/Wirtschaftsassistent/in - Informationsverarbeitung

The training to become a Commercial Assistant for Information Processing is a 3-year school-based program offered at vocational schools (Berufsfachschulen or Berufskollegs). It provides comprehensive knowledge in commercial processes and information technology, prepares for a state examination, and enables entry into diverse professional fields.

What you do

  • Managing and maintaining data in commercial systems
  • Supporting the implementation and maintenance of IT solutions
  • Processing business transactions and customer inquiries
  • Creating and maintaining documentation and statistics
  • Assisting with the organization of office processes and projects
  • Applying common office and specialized software

Requirements

  • Intermediate school leaving certificate (e.g., Realschulabschluss)
  • Good German language skills (at least B2 level)
  • Interest in commercial processes and information technology
  • Basic understanding of numbers and data
  • Organizational and communication skills
  • Diligence and reliability

Career prospects

  1. 1Employment in IT, administrative, or commercial departments
  2. 2Further training as a specialist (e.g., Fachwirt/in) or business administrator (Betriebswirt/in)
  3. 3Specialization in areas such as IT support, data management, or e-commerce
  4. 4Possibility to study at a university of applied sciences (with Fachhochschulreife)

Open positions

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Frequently asked questions

Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.

How much do you earn in a Commercial Assistant / Business Assistant – Information Processing Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 900 to 1,200 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

How long is the Commercial Assistant / Business Assistant – Information Processing Ausbildung?

The Ausbildung takes 3 years.

What German level do I need for a Commercial Assistant / Business Assistant – Information Processing Ausbildung?

Usually B2 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.

What are the requirements for a Commercial Assistant / Business Assistant – Information Processing Ausbildung?

Intermediate school leaving certificate (e.g., Realschulabschluss); Good German language skills (at least B2 level); Interest in commercial processes and information technology; Basic understanding of numbers and data.

Where can I find open Commercial Assistant / Business Assistant – Information Processing Ausbildung positions?

There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.

How to apply as a Commercial Assistant / Business Assistant – Information Processing

Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.

Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.