Question 1

I am very good in maths, economics, and English – do I even need to prepare?

Accepted Answer

Even if you feel confident in these subjects, trying a full-length practice test under real exam conditions helps you identify any gaps. The course pinpoints those areas and streamlines your revision, ensuring no surprises on exam day.

Question 2

When should I start the preparation for the WU BBE entrance exam?

Accepted Answer

The sooner, the better. Although it’s possible to work through the materials in a few weeks if you dedicate enough time each week, beginning earlier makes the process smoother. You’ll have the flexibility to dive deeper into challenging topics and revisit them if needed. This proactive approach helps you feel well-prepared and confident on exam day, which significantly boosts your chances of joining WU Vienna.

Question 3

How long is the exam and what format does it follow?

Accepted Answer

The BBE Entrance Exam runs for 2.5 hours (150 minutes) and is conducted fully online via the WISEflow platform. It consists exclusively of multiple-choice (true/false) questions covering the three subject areas.

Question 4

What’s the success rate of students that take your program?

Accepted Answer

Students who start at least four weeks before the exam reach a 51% acceptance rate, compared to the overall 7% admission rate. This underscores the advantage of a structured, exam-focused approach in helping you secure your spot at WU Vienna.

Question 5

Scoring system for the entrance exam: In multiple-choice questions where more than one option can be correct, is partial credit possible?

Accepted Answer

The WU BBE exam awards points for each correct statement you select. For instance, if a question has five statements and you correctly identify four, you earn points for those four correct answers. There’s no penalty for incorrect or missing selections, so you can accumulate partial credit based on what you genuinely know.

Question 6

What is the BBE Entrance Exam?

Accepted Answer

The BBE (Business and Economics) Entrance Exam is part of the annual selection procedure for applicants to the Bachelor’s Program in Business and Economics at WU Vienna. It tests English language skills, elementary economics and business knowledge, as well as mathematics at the level of the Austrian “Standardized Competence-Oriented Written School-Leaving Examination.”

Question 7

When does the BBE Entrance Exam take place?

Accepted Answer

The online exam is held once a year in the spring. For 2025, the Written Online Entrance Exam will take place on June 17, 2025, with two start intervals at 10:00 a.m. and 10:02 a.m. (CEST).

Question 8

How long is the exam and what format does it follow?

Accepted Answer

The BBE Entrance Exam runs for 2.5 hours (150 minutes) and is conducted fully online via the WISEflow platform. It consists exclusively of multiple-choice (true/false) questions covering the three subject areas. WU (Wirtschaftsuniversität Wien)

Question 9

How do I register for the BBE Entrance Exam?

Accepted Answer

1. Online Self-Assessment (OSA): Complete between March 3 and June 2, 2025. 2. Entrance Exam Registration: After passing the OSA, you automatically receive access to sign up for the Written Online Exam via your WISEflow account.
Make sure you meet all admission criteria (secondary school leaving certificate, English proficiency B2, etc.) before registering.

Question 10

What technical requirements are needed?

Accepted Answer

Device: Desktop or laptop (no tablets/smartphones).

Webcam & Microphone: Internal or external, with access enabled for WISEflow.

Software: WISEflow account and the Lockdown Browser installed.

ID Verification: Official photo ID in Latin typeface (passport recommended).
Headphones, second devices, and external materials (notepad, calculator) are not permitted.

Question 11

Can I choose another exam date or reschedule?

Accepted Answer

No. The BBE Online Entrance Exam has a single date (June 17, 2025) and start intervals; no exceptions or alternative dates are possible. 
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Question 12

What topics are covered and how should I prepare?

Accepted Answer

English Language Skills: Grammar, business-related vocabulary, and reading comprehension.

Business & Economics Knowledge: Basic concepts from independent literature study.

Mathematics: Problems comparable to the Austrian school-leaving exam.

Question 13

When and how will I receive my results?

Accepted Answer

Your exam score and feedback on the personal expectations part will be available via the WISEflow portal shortly after completion. Offers of admission for successful candidates are sent by email, and then you must finalize enrollment in the winter semester.

Question 14

What happens after I pass the exam?

Accepted Answer

Successful applicants receive an admission offer and, upon acceptance, complete:

Submission of original documents (in person or by post).

Personal enrollment at the Study Service Center.

Payment of tuition fees and Students’ Union dues.
Enrollment for the winter semester typically runs from July 10 to September 5.

Entrance Exam - FAQ

I am very good in maths, economics, and English – do I even need to prepare?

When should I start the preparation for the WU BBE entrance exam?

How long is the exam and what format does it follow?

What’s the success rate of students that take your program?

Scoring system for the entrance exam: In multiple-choice questions where more than one option can be correct, is partial credit possible?

What is the BBE Entrance Exam?

When does the BBE Entrance Exam take place?

How long is the exam and what format does it follow?

How do I register for the BBE Entrance Exam?

What technical requirements are needed?

Can I choose another exam date or reschedule?

What topics are covered and how should I prepare?

When and how will I receive my results?

What happens after I pass the exam?