@phdthesis{Speidel, type = {Bachelor Thesis}, author = {Joel Speidel}, title = {What are current information sources and mechanisms for international students wanting to study in Germany, and how could commercial service providers create opportunities by providing an alternative to these students. Using the Chinese market as an example, how could these alternatives be implemented?}, pages = {65}, abstract = {The current mechanisms and information sources for international students in Germany are insufficient. This thesis aims to evaluate the need for potential substitutes of preexisting information sources. Specifically, it analyzes if a commercial service provider can operate as a successful alternative. To investigate current mechanisms and their shortcoming, former information sources were assessed and evaluated. Additionally, five expert interviews were conducted gaining a time accurate evaluation of the present situation. The results show that current information sources are too bureaucratic and restricted in their actions. Nonetheless, the findings also display that there is a great need for optimal and effective access points. This thesis concludes with an analysis of a likely business model, and how it would successfully operate within the Chinese market. Conclusively, a commercial service provider has the optimal prerequisites to fulfill the current demands of international students.}, language = {en} }