News about VET from Germany

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Management assistants for e-commerce – a new training occupation from 1 August 2018

With the boom in the online trading of goods and services, the significance and scope of e-commerce is growing across all industries. New areas of activity and new organisational and business models are emerging. To meet the growing need for skilled workers in e-commerce a new commercial occupation has been created. The article highlights the background to the revision of the training regulations and describes the occupational profile.

Germany's most popular jobs

There are excellent opportunities for well-trained, qualified professionals in the German labour market. The most sought-after jobs and valuable tips for foreign applicants. Lots of German companies are looking for engineers and technicians.

Market-Friendly Education for Jordan's Youth Earns High Marks

Luminus Education prepares Jordanian youth and refugees for careers that match national needs.

Pschierer, Bavaria's Minister for Economic Affairs, makes the case for VET under the dual system

At the "Motivation Day" in the Haidl Atrium, over 500 pupils from all different school types found out about the opportunities for dual training in the region.
 

Learning for the Jobs of Tomorrow

International Finance Corporation of the World Bank Group (IFC) is supporting innovative education models that can create opportunities for young adults in the nations that need them most.

Practical experience and individual support ease the way into training for refugees

Results of the migration study by the Federal Institute for Vocational Education and Training (BIBB) and the Federal Employment Agency (BA)

Skills shortage impedes German exports

Global economic growth for the German industry is robust overall, despite global crises and trade policy challenges. After a slight slowdown in autumn 2017, German companies abroad are generally optimistic about the global economy.

What is Germany's dual education system — and why do other countries want it?

The German economy is powered by products sold the world over. The strength of Europe's powerhouse depends on outbound shipments. We take a look at one of its latest exports and reveal the secrets behind its success.

Strategies for the training of persons with little or no educational background

Federal Institute for Vocational Education and Training (BIBB) analysis of wbmonitor results provides impetus