The University of Applied Sciences, Wiener Neustadt was established in 1994 as the first of its kind in Austria. From its inception and by law it was unequivocally positioned in the third level of education in Austria. Its aim was to combine academic studies with a more practically orientated education, which would be specifically suited to the business and technology sectors of today. The University of Applied Sciences, Wiener Neustadt currently consists of four faculties, Business, Engineering, Health Studies and Security. The University was awarded its official »Fachhochschule« (FH) status in 1999, again making it a pioneer among Austrian institutes of higher education.To this day, the University of Applied Sciences, Wiener Neustadt maintains its reputation of excellence and is internationally recognized as one of the top institutions of its kind. It remains the largest university of its kind in all of Austria, with the biggest selection of courses taught in the English language. With the establishment of the bachelor´s program Business Consultancy International (taught exclusively in English), the University of Applied Sciences, Wiener Neustadt hopes to further its reputation and international connections, as well as providing students with the opportunity of a truly unique and international degree.