Hochschule Mannheim – Mannheim University of Applied Sciences sees its primary mission as the training of highly-qualified, responsible, independently-minded and critical graduates who are able to present, discuss and implement solutions. To ensure this objective, the University maintains a close dialogue with business and society. Through the practical orientation of its programmes and through its activities in applied research, Hochschule Mannheim can guarantee the quality of up-to-date degree programmes. The University's outlook is global, and Hochschule Mannheim actively promotes international, scientific and cultural exchange between students. Hochschule Mannheim’s degree programmes increasingly focus on the demands and opportunities of the international community. For more than 100 years, the Hochschule Mannheim – Mannheim University of Applied Sciences has been anticipating future educational demands. Hochschule Mannheim can look back on a dynamic tradition and commitment to meeting future challenges with innovative educational concepts. To attain its ambitious goals, the University strives to create a work atmosphere between students, employees and professors which is characterised by mutual respect and open dialogue.