Bundesinstitut für Berufsbildung

The Bundesinstitut für Berufsbildung (BIBB) is the central competence center for the research and further development of vocational training and education in Germany. Founded in 1970 based on the Vocational Training Act (BBiG), the BIBB has been closely collaborating with politics, science, and the practice of vocational education for over 50 years.

• Research and Development: The BIBB conducts scientific research on vocational education and develops practice-oriented solutions for vocational training and education. It identifies future tasks of vocational education and promotes innovations in national and international vocational education[1][4].
• Consultation and Planning: The institute participates in the preparation of training regulations, the vocational education report, and vocational education statistics. It supports the planning, establishment, and further development of inter-company vocational training centers and maintains the directory of recognized training occupations[1][2].
• International Cooperation: The BIBB is engaged in international cooperation in vocational education and supports the development of transparent and comparable education systems in Europe[1][5].

The main mission of the BIBB is to secure the economic and professional future of people through future-oriented qualifications and to keep Germany competitive. The institute is committed to ensuring and further developing the high quality of vocational education in Germany and supports lifelong learning through dual vocational training and in-company further education[1][4].

The BIBB focuses on promoting sustainability and future viability in vocational education through several initiatives:

• Promotion of Innovation: The institute promotes model trials and scientific accompanying studies to develop and implement innovative approaches in vocational education[1].
• International Cooperation: Through international collaboration, the BIBB contributes to improving existing education systems and establishing new standards[1][5].