Skip to content
DeinAzubi

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

  1. 1Entry into administrative positions in various commercial sectors (e.g., purchasing, sales, human resources, accounting)
  2. 2Further training to become a 'Fachwirt' (e.g., Business Specialist, HR Specialist)
  3. 3Study at a university of applied sciences (Fachhochschule), with appropriate university entrance qualification (e.g., Fachhochschulreife)
  4. 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.

Browse all positions

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 – 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.