Introduces the traditional German apprenticeship training approach which has been received favourably in US governments … training. Shows that the educational transfer of the apprenticeship model may be facilitated by German firms investing and … supplemented by a higher level, dual system education which integrates theory and practice. Proposes that the Vocational Academy …

within the vocational track. Findings – The emphasis on vocational education and access to different types of training across … research on vocational education and for new policy initiatives that create new opportunities for specialization in vocational …Purpose – Seeks to examine the extent to which education systems around the world embrace vocational schooling and the …

competing, firms. Researchers now recognize that most firms benefit from investing in apprenticeship training. Evidence … their investment pay off only after accounting for reduced turnover, recruitment, and initial training costs. Generally, the … first year of apprenticeships involves significant costs, but subsequently, the apprentice's contributions exceed his …

competing, firms. Researchers now recognize that most firms benefit from investing in apprenticeship training. Evidence … their investment pay off only after accounting for reduced turnover, recruitment, and initial training costs. Generally, the … first year of apprenticeships involves significant costs, but subsequently, the apprentice's contributions exceed his …

between the Scottish Executive's education and vocational training policies. Design/methodology/approach – The paper … chronicles relations between the Scottish Executive vis‐à‐vis its education and vocational training policies and Scotland …'s electrical sector regarding the funding (or otherwise) of apprenticeships. Findings – The paper points out that the Executive is …

situation in the British construction industry. The German system of general education and vocational training is outlined. Data … workforce. Particular attention is paid to vocational qualifications, such as apprenticeships and the Meister qualification. Key … training. These factors are taken as signs of strength of the German construction workforce. Comparisons between the stocks of …

coordinated training policy, to maintain competitiveness as its industrial base becomes increasingly service‐dominated.  …A comparison of state‐regulated provision of continuing vocational training in France with the voluntarist British … model highlights Britain′s poor record in the 1980s and 1990s. The widespread well‐financed training culture in France …