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Building Bridges Between Educational Institutions and the World of Work CONFIRMED
- Orsolya Carrick
- 25 lessons, 5 days
- English, B1/B1+
- 20 April 2026
This course supports adult education professionals in building effective partnerships between educational institutions and companies. The focus is on communication, mediation and cooperation models that help organisations align learning objectives with real-world needs while maintaining their institutional mission.
Description:
Successful cooperation between educational institutions and companies is not primarily a structural or legal issue – it is a communication and mediation challenge.
This training focuses on how adult education organisations can initiate, develop and sustain meaningful partnerships with companies and external stakeholders. Participants will explore cooperation models, communication strategies and mediation tools that support mutual understanding, clarify expectations and create long-term collaboration frameworks.
Special attention is given to:
- managing different organisational cultures,
- negotiating roles and responsibilities,
- aligning learning goals with organisational and labour market expectations without turning the programme into vocational training.
The course is designed for adult education contexts, where flexibility, dialogue and stakeholder engagement are key.
Aims and objectives:
- Strengthen cooperation between adult education institutions and companies
- Develop communication and mediation skills for partnership-building
- Explore cooperation models applicable in adult learning contexts
- Improve stakeholder dialogue between educators, organisational leaders and company representatives
- Support sustainable, trust-based collaboration beyond formal agreements
Learning outcomes:
Participants will be able to:
- Design and manage cooperation frameworks with external partners
- Apply mediation and communication techniques in institutional–industry collaboration
- Identify and address conflicting expectations between organisations
- Adapt cooperation models to adult education and non-formal learning contexts
- Support partnership-building processes that respect institutional autonomy
Target groups:
- Adult education professionals
- Teachers, trainers, facilitators, coordinators
- Educational managers and project leaders
Minimum level of language: English B1 or B1+
Duration of training: 25 lessons, 5 days
Date:
- 20-24 April 2026 CONFIRMED
- 19-23 April 2027 PLANNED
The final confirmation of the course is subject to reaching the minimum number of participants.
Location: Budapest, Hungary
Price:
Course price: EUR 400
Registration fee: EUR 50
The price includes course, certificate, Erasmus+ documentation (if needed),
Price is NET. VAT: 0% for organisations with a valid EU VAT number; in all other cases VAT may apply – please contact us for details.
Applicable funds: As part of the Erasmus+ Key Action 1 (KA1), all costs for mobility /travel expenses, course fees, accommodation, subsistence fee/ are covered by the fund.
Please click here to register if you wish to participate in this course.
Short Description
Class Times
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Day 1 — Introduction & Context of School–Work Cooperation
Welcome and course overview: aims, expectations and participant introductions
The concept of school–work connection: why building bridges matters for VET and students
Overview of work‑based learning, dual education, and labour market relevance
(Lays foundation for cooperation between schools and employers.)
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Day 2 — Partnership Development
Mapping stakeholders: identifying potential industry partners and school roles
Strategies for initiating contact and establishing collaboration agreements
Effective communication skills for building trust and shared expectations
(Focus on practical partnership building processes.)
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Day 3 — Curriculum Alignment and Co‑Creation
Linking industry needs with curriculum design: methods and frameworks
Co‑creating learning outcomes that reflect workplace competences
Practical case studies of school–industry curriculum integration
(Strengthening the relevance of education to real work needs.)
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Day 4 — Quality Cooperation Management
Sustaining partnerships: communication channels, roles, and responsibilities
Monitoring and evaluating cooperation: indicators and feedback loops
Conflict management and shared goal setting in collaborations
(Focus on long‑term and quality partnership maintenance.)
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Day 5 — Practical Plans and Transfer to Practice
Participants’ presentations: personal or institutional partnership plans
Peer review and improvement feedback on practical action plans
Reflection on key lessons learned and planning next steps for follow‑up implementation
(Includes reflection & dissemination activities important for Erasmus+ reporting.)
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