Ausbildung career
Commercial Assistant / Business Assistant – Business Administration Ausbildung in Germany
German name: Kaufmännische/r Assistent/in/Wirtschaftsassistent/in - Betriebswirtschaft
The training to become a Commercial Assistant or Business Assistant with a focus on Business Administration is a 3-year school-based program at vocational schools (Berufliche Schulen or Berufskollegs). It imparts comprehensive general and specialized knowledge in business administration processes and qualifies for diverse tasks in companies. This qualification enables a basic vocational qualification or a recognized vocational training certificate.
What you do
- Organizing the office and internal communication
- Processing business correspondence and emails
- Supporting commercial processes such as invoicing and accounting
- Maintaining and managing data and files
- Assisting in business administration projects
- Customer support and consultation (by phone and in writing)
- Scheduling and coordination of appointments
Requirements
- Intermediate school leaving certificate (e.g., Realschulabschluss)
- Very good German language skills (at least B2 level)
- Strong interest in economic contexts and processes
- Organizational skills and a meticulous working style
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Basic knowledge of common MS Office applications
- Self-initiative and willingness to learn
Career prospects
- 1Entry into administrative positions in various commercial sectors (e.g., purchasing, sales, human resources, accounting)
- 2Further training to become a 'Fachwirt' (e.g., Business Specialist, HR Specialist)
- 3Study at a university of applied sciences (Fachhochschule), with appropriate university entrance qualification (e.g., Fachhochschulreife)
- 4Specialization in niche areas of business administration
Open positions
There are no open positions in this career right now. New positions come in several times a day.
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Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.
How much do you earn in a Commercial Assistant / Business Assistant – Business Administration Ausbildung in Germany?
Usually 850 to 1,100 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.
How long is the Commercial Assistant / Business Assistant – Business Administration Ausbildung?
The Ausbildung takes 3 years.
What German level do I need for a Commercial Assistant / Business Assistant – Business Administration 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 – Business Administration Ausbildung?
Intermediate school leaving certificate (e.g., Realschulabschluss); Very good German language skills (at least B2 level); Strong interest in economic contexts and processes; Organizational skills and a meticulous working style.
Where can I find open Commercial Assistant / Business Assistant – Business Administration 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 – Business Administration
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.