Business administration for veterinarians and legal framework
The online seminars Business Administration I-III and the modules on legal frameworks I-II, specifically tailored to veterinarians and offered through the Fuxam learning software, present an excellent opportunity to expand business and legal knowledge specifically for the veterinary field. With Fuxam, veterinarians can pursue flexible and practical continuing education to manage their practices more efficiently and act in a legally compliant manner.
The courses cover important topics such as practice management, financial planning and analysis, as well as the specific legal requirements in the veterinary sector. Interactive elements and case studies ensure a deep understanding and enable veterinarians to directly integrate what they have learned into their daily practice. These online seminars are an ideal resource for veterinarians who want to expand their professional skills and simultaneously prepare for current and future challenges in their practice.
Course language: German
Program Director/Course Instructor Master's: Dipl.-Ök. Sven Jan Arndt, LL.M., CIA / TE Susanne Arndt
Maximum number of participants: open, since it's online
Price for all seven modules: 1,449 EUR plus 19% VAT.
Price only for Business Administration I: 219 EUR plus 19% VAT.
Price only for Business Administration II: 659 EUR plus 19% VAT.
Price only for Business Administration III: 219 EUR plus 19% VAT.
Price only subject to legal framework: 439 EUR plus 19% VAT.
Course location: Online - additional online exercises are available using the Fuxam learning software. All lectures are also recorded and made available three months later.
ATF hours: expected 20 ATF hours (will be applied for) for all 7 modules together
Module overview
| module | Date | time | Theme | Speaker | Breaks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Module 1 | 13.04.2025 | 10:00-16:00 |
Business Administration I: Business administration – science; veterinary practice and veterinary practice environment; Fundamentals of Management: Goal setting, planning, decision making, implementation, control Key framework decisions for setting up a practice: service program, location, organization, autonomy vs. chain. |
Dipl.-Ök. Sven Jan Arndt, LL.M., CIA | Two breaks of 30 minutes each |
| Module 2 | 27.04.2025 | 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
Business Administration II: Investment & Financing: Basic concepts, estimating capital requirements, fundamentals of investment appraisal, fundamentals of debt financing, when to lease – when to buy |
Dipl.-Ök. Sven Jan Arndt, LL.M., CIA | A 30-minute break |
| Module 3 | 04.05.2025 | 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
Business Administration II: Accounting & Controlling Overview of accounting, basics of cost accounting, key performance indicators for running a veterinary practice, how to generate these indicators quickly (Excel vs. practice management software) |
Dipl.-Ök. Sven Jan Arndt, LL.M., CIA | A 30-minute break |
| Module 4 | 18.05.2025 | 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
Business Administration II: Practical experience – what to consider when buying or starting a practice Commercial leases, as well as practice purchase agreements, tax planning, legal structures, etc., are often fraught with pitfalls and problems that often only surface years later, and in the worst case, only when the practice is sold. Here, I share practical experience and how to avoid these problems. |
Dipl.-Ök. Sven Jan Arndt, LL.M., CIA | A 30-minute break |
| Module 5 | 15.06.2025 | 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
Business Administration III: Optimize pricing / sales and profit; Key drivers of profit = revenue minus costs. Break-even point. What potential for increase and savings exists? Ultimately, what is more beneficial: saving on costs or generating more revenue? Complete billing and pricing (GOT, AMPreisV); What should an invoice look like? What is the benefit of purchasing discounts in light of the pharmacy price regulations? Secure liquidity through immediate cash collection or factoring; |
Dipl.-Ök. Sven Jan Arndt, LL.M., CIA / TE Susanne Arndt | A 30-minute break |
| Module 6 | 27.07.2025 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
Legal framework Part I: 17 state veterinary chambers – 17 different professional codes of conduct and their impact on daily practice, choice of legal form in your federal state; |
Dipl.-Ök. Sven Jan Arndt, LL.M., CIA | No break |
| Module 7 | 10.08.2025 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
Legal framework Part II: Veterinary marketing: What advertising is permitted in veterinary medicine, and what is not? The German Act on Advertising of Therapeutic Products, chamber regulations, unfair competition (UWG), what to do in case of a cease and desist letter, legal notice requirements; |
Dipl.-Ök. Sven Jan Arndt, LL.M., CIA | No break |
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General information on the topic
Business administration for veterinarians: essential knowledge for practice success
Welcome to our comprehensive guide to business administration for veterinarians. In this article, you will learn everything you need to know about business administration in the context of veterinary practice. Why is business administration so important for veterinarians? We live in a time where not only medical expertise but also business acumen is crucial for the success of a veterinary practice.
First, business administration for veterinarians helps you run your practice more efficiently. By understanding basic business concepts, you can reduce costs, increase revenue, and thus improve the profitability of your practice. Second, a solid understanding of business administration for veterinarians enables you to make better business decisions, from pricing to personnel management.
Another important reason why business administration is relevant for veterinarians concerns customer retention. A solid understanding of business management helps you position your services effectively in the market and optimize your customer communication. This allows you not only to acquire new customers but also to strengthen relationships with existing ones.
Furthermore, business administration is essential for veterinarians when it comes to planning and implementing growth strategies. Whether you want to invest in new technologies, open a branch, or expand your range of services – business management knowledge is the key to success.
But how can you improve your business administration skills as a veterinarian? Numerous resources are available, from online courses and textbooks to seminars specifically tailored to the needs of veterinarians. The key is to continuously develop your knowledge and apply business administration principles in your daily practice.
In conclusion, business administration for veterinarians is not a dry or irrelevant subject, but rather an essential pillar for the success of any veterinary practice. By pursuing further education in business administration for veterinarians, you are not only investing in your personal success, but also in the well-being of your animal patients and their owners.
In summary, business administration is an indispensable component of modern veterinary practice. It not only enables more efficient practice management and better decision-making, but also contributes to customer satisfaction and practice growth. If you want to be a successful veterinarian, business administration is essential. Take the time to further your education in this important area – it's worth it!