In this research field, VET and occupations are analysed from a governance perspective, taking into account changes taking place within the Swiss VET system and considering the level of coordination between the various stakeholders. Special emphasis is placed on the perspectives of those who draft, implement, adapt or interpet VET reforms and governance guidelines.
The following topics are covered by this research field: the creation and adaptation of the Swiss professional education sector, the institutional work on occupations following the review and revision of VET/PET programmes, the definition of national qualifications frameworks to facilitate international comparisons, the international transfer of aspects of the Swiss dual-track model and the willingness of enterprises to offer apprenticeship training.