The IQ - Integration through Qualification funding program aims to sustainably improve the labour market integration of adults of foreign origin. The “Grow UP - BWL und mehr” project is funded by the Federal Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs and the European Union via the European Social Fund Plus (ESF Plus) as part of the IQ - Integration through Qualification funding program and is administered by the Federal Office for Migration and Refugees. Partners in the implementation are the Federal Ministry of Education and Research and the Federal Employment Agency.
The qualification is open to people of foreign origin who:
- live and are registered in the state of Brandenburg,
- have a foreign university degree recognized in Germany (Bachelor's, Master's, Diploma...) and
- German language skills at level B1 or higher.
You can apply at any time. The qualification starts twice a year (summer and winter).
You must submit the following documents with the application form:
- University certificate (with translation)
- Curriculum vitae
- Recognition or a certificate evaluation if available
- Language certificate B1* or higher
- ID document.
The documents can be scanned and sent to the project team by e-mail.
* If you do not have a language certificate, please contact the project team.
You are very welcome to apply. However, the decision on your participation lies with the project team, as places are initially reserved for participants from Brandenburg. We will also have to consult with the project teams of similar programs in the Berlin Regional Integration Network.
The qualification is free of charge, so you don't have to pay anything.
The travel costs to Potsdam for the classroom training can be covered - after an individual assessment - and you will get your money back.
No, you don't need to.
Lessons take place from Monday to Friday as a combination of face-to-face and online teaching, for example 3 days of face-to-face teaching at the University of Potsdam and 2 days of online teaching in one week. The distribution of face-to-face and online days depends on the dates agreed with the lecturers. You will receive a monthly timetable with all the information.
Yes, there are smaller exams. But not all modules end with an exam. For the examination modules, you must either write a written exam (a test) or give a presentation on the last day of the module. If you fail the exam, you can repeat the exam. However, it rarely happens that someone has to repeat an exam. There is no big final exam.
Yes, you need technical equipment so that you can take part in online teaching and use our Moodle learning platform.
You will need the following equipment
- a stable internet connection
- a PC/laptop
- a headset
- a webcam
If you have any questions or difficulties, please contact us.
You will not be enrolled at the University of Potsdam. Therefore, you will not receive a student ID card.
Yes, you can also take part in the training as a jobseeker or unemployed person. We only require written consent from the job center or employment agency.
No, you will not lose any money as a result of the qualification. However, should this happen, please contact us immediately. We will support you in clarifying the matter with the authorities.
You can take part in the qualification with any residence permit.
No! The qualification allows you to refresh your knowledge and build up your network (through other participants, the lecturers, the project team). This will increase your chances of finding a suitable job with the right qualifications. We are happy to support you on your way into the job market through our mentoring program and existing company contacts.
Yes, that is possible. You do not sign a contract with us, so you can leave the qualification. There are also no costs. Our aim is to support all participants in finding a suitable job. If you find one during the course, we will of course be delighted for you. If you wish to leave the training course early, please contact us (the project team). We will then look together at what happens next.