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title: "HSBA ranks first in the SZ ranking for Germany's private universities across categories; First in two SZ categories."
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HSBA ranks first in the SZ ranking for Germany's private universities across categories; First in two SZ categories.

Award-winning: HSBA Impresses With its Innovative Strength and Practical Relevance in the SZ Ranking

5 May 2026 , 5.30 pm – 7.00 pm HSBA Alumni Talk with Leonie Schikarski On behalf of the Alumni Association, we are delighted to invite you to the next HSBA Alumni Talk. Details 6 May 2026 , 5.00 pm – 6.00 pm Bachelor Info Event – May 2026 Here you have the great opportunity to find out more about our Bachelor's study courses! Details INGE Schleuse Lüneburg 19 May 2026 , 5.00 pm – 7.00 pm New Construction of the Lüneburg Lock: Insights into Planning, Implementation and Its Importance for Transport HSBA Beyond Business Details

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Award-winning: HSBA Impresses With its Innovative Strength and Practical Relevance in the SZ Ranking

In the Süddeutsche Zeitung’s latest ranking of Germany’s best private universities, HSBA is among the leading institutions: it takes first place in both the categoriesInnovative Strength & Future OrientationandSubject

Thematic Focus. HSBA also impresses with top rankings in other areas – including practical relevance, graduate quality, the university’s reputation and international orientation.

The results highlight the strengths of HSBA’s dual study model: a close integration of theory and practice, clear subject-specific profiles, and a consistent focus on the demands of a global and changing world of work.

The study was conducted by the SZ Institute in collaboration with INNOFACT and is based on a representative survey of HR managers, former, current and prospective students. A total of over 1,200 people took part, including 651 HR decision-makers. Among other things, the assessment covered practical relevance, innovative strength, international orientation, as well as reputation and image.

You can find the full rankinghere.