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Location Asset: Skilled Workforce

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A Skilled Workforce in Brandenburg

In today’s knowledge-based society, the educational level is a decisive factor for investment. The German population is highly skilled, and 58% of those between 25 and 64 have an academically or professionally oriented secondary school leaving certificate (ISCED 3,4). Moreover, 29% of Germans have a university degree (OECD 2018).

Brandenburg is Better

In Brandenburg, the proportion of highly skilled people is with 27% more or less on national average. Moreover, 65% of the working population has a vocational school qualification or the Abitur, the German university-bound secondary school leaving examination. Exceptional career opportunities and an excellent quality of life at affordable conditions make Brandenburg very attractive to skilled employees. Those thinking of moving here can find a wealth of information on the dedicated website www.fachkräfte-brandenburg.de.

Professional Qualifications in Various Countries

The percentage of highly skilled employees is on the German average, while the percentage of non-skilled employees (8%) is fourteen points below the OECD average (22%). This means that investors in Brandenburg can easily find the skilled employees they need.

Professional Qualifications in Various Countries

Professional Qualifications in Various Countries

Availability of selected skilled workers in selected professions

Availability of selected skilled workers

Availability of selected skilled workers

Links

bbw Bildungswerk der Wirtschaft in Berlin und Brandenburg e.V.
Working in Brandenburg: Welcome Center
IP Institut für Personalmanagement der UVB
Land Agency for Structure and Work Brandenburg GmbH (LASA)
Ministry for Labour, Social Affairs, Health, Women and Family Issues (MASGF)
UVB-Arbeitsgemeinschaft der Personalleiter

Wirtschaftsförderung Land Brandenburg GmbH

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