Solution Concepts for the Integration of Vocational and Further Vocational Training

This result presents solution concepts and models for improving the permeability between vocational education, further vocational training, and higher education. It analyses existing barriers and shows how learning outcomes and qualifications can be recognised, credited, and combined across education systems.

The developed concepts demonstrate practical pathways for integrating vocational training, further training, and Bachelor’s degree programs. They provide a structural basis for the BA&VET dual study programs and support flexible education pathways tailored to learners’ and SMEs’ needs.

Examination Regulations “Sustainable Management”

This result provides the examination regulations and qualification frameworks for recognised further vocational qualifications in Sustainable Management, including Commercial Specialist in Sustainable Management and Energy Consultant.

The regulations define learning outcomes, examination procedures, evaluation criteria, and certification standards and ensure transparency, quality assurance, and international comparability. They enable formal recognition within qualifications frameworks and strengthen the credibility and transferability of the BA&VET training programs.

Concept, Curricula and Module Handbook for the Dual Study Program “Business Administration & Sustainable Management of SMEs”

This result contains the full concept, curricula, and module handbook for the three-cycle dual Bachelor’s degree program “Business Administration & Sustainable Management of SMEs”. It combines academic studies, vocational training, and recognised further education within one coherent study structure.

The module handbook describes learning objectives, content, workloads, and assessment methods, as well as pathways for credit transfer from vocational and further training. It provides a ready-to-use blueprint for universities and partner institutions implementing the BA&VET study program.

Implementation and Evaluation of the Course “Business Administration & Sustainable Management”

This result documents the implementation, testing, and evaluation of the dual study program “Business Administration & Sustainable Management” and the qualification of participating students. It describes the organisation, delivery, participant profiles, and academic framework of the pilot phase.

The evaluation confirms a high quality of implementation, strong relevance for SMEs, and positive feedback from students and lecturers. The result provides practical evidence that the study program is feasible, effective, and suitable for long-term implementation.

Concept, Curricula and Teaching Materials for the Training Program “Commercial Specialist in Sustainable Management”

This result presents the complete concept, curriculum, and teaching materials for the further training program “Commercial Specialist in Sustainable Management”. The program qualifies SME owners, managers, and specialists to integrate sustainability into core business functions.

It covers key areas such as sustainable competitiveness, marketing, finance, human resources, and leadership. The result offers structured, practice-oriented training materials that can be directly used by vocational training providers and chambers.

Evaluation Concept and Reports for the Training Program “Sustainable Management”

This result summarises the evaluation concept, implementation report, and evaluation results of the further training program “Sustainable Management”. It assesses both the training process and learning outcomes from the perspectives of participants and lecturers.

The results demonstrate high satisfaction, strong practical relevance, and clear learning effects. In addition, the report outlines prospects for future implementation and scaling, supporting sustainable use and transfer of the training program beyond the project duration.