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Pilz, Matthias; Wiemann, Kristina – Vocations and Learning, 2021
The transfer of dual training from Germany to other countries is widely debated. However, there is little, if any, academic research in this area. The present study addresses this research deficit and examines the training activities of German companies in China, India and Mexico. Data was collected in 86 manufacturing companies of differing sizes…
Descriptors: Models, Industrial Training, Training Methods, Transfer of Training
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Schneider, Sebastian; Wessels, Antje; Pilz, Matthias – Vocations and Learning, 2023
In India, the Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) are a vital part the Vocational Education and Training (VET) system. Previous research reveals that in addition to some other problems, it is the strongly theory-based training that impedes the transition of VET graduates into the labour market, and leads to a lack of work-readiness in young…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Vocational Education, Institutes (Training Programs), Industrial Training
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Vogelsang, Beke; Pilz, Matthias – European Journal of Training and Development, 2021
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to analyse the qualification measures of 12 German multi-national companies (MNCs), all of which are present in China, India and Mexico. In particular, the transfer of dual initial training practices and further training measures are investigated. It examines the impact consistent training strategies across…
Descriptors: Corporations, Organizational Culture, Industrial Training, Manufacturing Industry
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Jambo, Svenja; Pilz, Matthias – International Journal of Training Research, 2018
India is a growing country in terms of both the number of young people and its economic expansion. Therefore, skilling is crucial both at policy level and for educational institutions. Yet, apart from general statements concerning the 'lack of attractiveness of vocational education', no research-based findings exist about this topic in India.…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Teacher Attitudes, Industrial Training, Institutes (Training Programs)