the name Handels-Hochschule. In 1938, the former private-law foundation became a public institution, and in 1939, it was granted the right to confer doctoral degrees.

rightIn 1963, the university moved to new buildings and changed its name to Hochschule für Wirtschafts- und Sozialwissenschaften. The new buildings were planned for 900 students, but by the winter term of 1963/64, more