What needs to be put in place at a company for such degree programs?
Companies need to ensure that the following is put in place for traineeships or the practical phases of the program:
- Authorization as a company providing training
- Comprehensive guarantees of quality for the practical phases
- Mentoring/contact(s) for cooperative degree program students at the company
- Vocational training contracts with the Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IHK) or the Chamber of Trades (HWK) (with training contract if applicable)
- Optional: Creation of a long-term personnel plan for filling management positions