Steinbeis University’s Schools of Next Practices
(S-Next) offer a unique approach to higher education, merging traditional academic learning with practical business experience. S-Next has gained recognition for its innovative dual education approach, which combines classroom or online theory with on-site workplace experience (“transfer“). This method is designed to bring the latest industry developments to students, preparing them for successful careers in their chosen fields.

S-Next specializes in programs designed to elevate careers in business management, economics, and adjacent disciplines. Our offerings include an extensive array of Master of Science (MSc) and Master of Business Administration (MBA) specializations. These span a diverse range of areas such as Data Analytics & Artificial Intelligence, Digital Innovation & Business Transformation, Digital Marketing, Management & Innovation, HR & Change Management, Sustainable Management, and Business & Organizational Psychology.

In addition to these, we provide Executive MBAs, various Certificates, and Diplomas of Advanced Studies to further enrich professional skill sets. These programs are designed to equip students with the necessary skills to excel in the modern business world and are particularly appealing to professionals seeking to advance or pivot their careers.
Steinbeis University’s Schools of Next Practices not only emphasize academic excellence but also focus on practical, real-world applications, making their programs particularly attractive to individuals looking to bridge the gap between academic theory and business practice.

More than 150 years ago, this economic politician from Württemberg who promoted industrialization famously demanded, “You must rely on innovations and people.” Posthumously considered the father of industrial education in Württemberg, he founded trade schools throughout the state — including the weaving schools in Blaubeuren (1852) and Reutlingen (1855). Having staunchly advocated for a double-sided education — what we now refer to as dual education — von Steinbeis was unique in his acknowledgment that only the combination of theoretical knowledge and practical skills could effectively train the industrial workers of the future.

As the worldwide network for the transfer of knowledge and technology, the Steinbeis Foundation is an umbrella organization that serves to honor the legacy of Ferdinand von Steinbeis. There are approximately 1,000 companies and 6,000 experts in the Steinbeis network — all of whom offer research and development, consulting and expertise, and training and education services for the technology and management fields. Most Steinbeis organizations are based at research institutions, specifically at universities, which are original sources of knowledge for Steinbeis. d

Steinbeis Hochschule, a prominent private university in Germany, epitomizes the seamless integration of academic knowledge with practical application. Founded as part of the Steinbeis Foundation, the university is renowned for its distinctive project competence concept, which empowers students to engage in real-world projects, thus bridging the gap between theoretical studies and practical experience. Offering a diverse array of programs including bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees alongside certification courses in fields such as management, technology, and innovation, Steinbeis Hochschule caters to both full-time students and working professionals. With a strong emphasis on applied research and a global perspective, the university fosters innovation and prepares students to excel in a dynamic professional environment. Steinbeis Hochschule stands as a beacon of innovative education, dedicated to developing future leaders through a curriculum that emphasizes the synergy between theory and practice.