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Diploma Supplement This Diploma Supplement model was developed by the European Commission, Council of Europe and UNESCO/CEPES. The purpose of the supplement is to provide sufficient independent data to improve the international “transparency“ and fair academic and professional recognition of qualifications (diplomas, degrees, certificates, etc.) It is designed to provide a desc ription of the nature, level, context, content and status of the studies that were pursued and successfully completed by the individual named on the original qualification to which this supplement is appended. It should be free from any value judgments, equiv a- lence statements or suggestions about recognition. Information in all eight sections should be provided. Where information is not provided, an explanati on should give the reason why.

1. HOLDER OF THE QUALIFICATION 1.1 Family Name / 1.2 First Name { Nachname }, { Vorname } 1.3 Date, Place, Country of Birth { GeburtsdatumEngl }, { GeburtsortEngl }, Germany 1.4 Student ID Number or Code { Matrikelnr }

2. QUALIFICATION 2.1 Name of Qualification (full name, abbreviated) Continuing Education Master Programme organization studies Title Conferred (full, abbreviated) Master of Arts (M.A.) 2.2 Main Subjects of the Qualification Education and Social Sciences with the partial subject Organization Pedagogy Specialization studies in the fields of Organization Management, School Management or Education Management 2.3 Institution Awarding the Qualification (in original language) Universität Hildesheim Fachbereich 1 Erziehungs- und Sozialwissenschaften Status (Type / Control) University / Foundation under public law 2.4 Institution Administering Studies (in original language) [see 2.3] Status (Type / Control) [see 2.3]/[see 2.3] 2.5 Language(s) of Instruction/Examination German

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3. QUALIFICATION LEVEL 3.1 Level of the Qualification This is an post-graduate, in-service study programme (Continuing Education Masters Programme). It supplements an existing degree with further professional and scientific qualifications, including a Masters thesis. It is practical- based study. 3.2 Official Length of Studies 2 year, part-time study programme/60 ECTS credits 3.3 Access Requirements A higher degree of at least 4 years [or an equivalent recognized degree] and a minimum of one year’s professional experience in a study-relevant field/prominent organizational post in an organization or a higher degree of at least 3 years [or an equivalent recognized degree] and additionally either supplementary course credits gained at an institution of higher education of up to 60 credits or professional experience of up to six years in a study-relevant field/prominent organization role in an organization which has a professional connection with the university degree or the Masters Programme in organization studies. After the second year, each year of professional experience corresponds to 12 credits and 60 credits need to be demonstrated in total.

4. CONTENTS AND RESULTS GAINED

4.1 Mode of Study A part-time, in-service study programme 4.2 Programme Requirements/Qualification Profile of the Graduate Graduates of this Continuing Education Masters Programme are able to deal competently with organizational social systems both theoretically and practically. The study programme places special emphasis on those abilities that are of special importance for the analysis, guidance, execution and evaluation of control and innovation processes in organizations. The study programme follows a trans-disciplinary approach. Besides a broad organization-scientific foundation, different consolidations are provided for the application fields of Organization Management, School Management and Education Management. The contributions of the different relevant disciplines (pedagogy under special consideration of organization pedagogy, social and organizational psychology, organization sociology, business administration and political economics, applied linguistics, cultural studies) are interlaced to form a practically-oriented curriculum which takes theoretical and methodical aspects into account. Based on their qualifications and experience gained in previous professional trainings, participants in the study pro- grammme shall

• deepen their knowledge about current scientific concepts and research methods in organizations, • learn to identify and instigate methodically the self-control and developmental capabilities of organizations and their members, • be empowered to create constructive communication and learning contexts in organizations and to use them for improving knowledge and understanding, • broaden their ability to control organized social systems responsibly after a due reflective process. Besides this core curriculum, the organization studies study programme offers a consolidation of the studies in three fields of application. The following three consolidations are possible: • Organization Management aims at interested persons from different professional backgrounds.

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• School Management: sees important competencies taught for the design, development and management of the “school” organization against a backdrop of the re-orientation of schools towards an increased level of direct responsibility.

• Education Management: responds to the respective requirements (e.g. by UNESCO, OECD, EU, Club of Rome, Forum Bildung, Bündnis für Arbeit) which do not only call for the broadening and improvement of quality assurance with regard to safeguarding lifelong learning, but also for a stronger international orientation and enhanced networking opportunities in sustainable education management. The study programme comprises two years of study. In the first year, students get to know the essential scientific foundations and relevant concepts and methods for organizational practice. Previous knowledge in these fields is broadened. In addition, selected work techniques and instruments of professional organization design and change are learnt. The methodical reflection of one’s own study and work practices within the framework of a ‘reflection conference’ is included in the study programme right from the first semester. In the second year, students pursue their specialization studies and produce the masters’ thesis. The time period for working on the masters’ thesis is four months. The module “Masters’ Thesis” comprises the thesis and a one-hour colloquium. 4.3 Programme Details See Transcript of Records (detailed description of the course of study as a supplement to the certificate) and the certificate of the graduate. The Transcript contains all modules completed, as well as the corresponding awards gained including credit points granted and grades achieved. The certificate includes the subject and grades of the “Masters’ Thesis,” as well as the final grade. 4.4 Grading Scheme For grading awards, a grading scheme is used – see section 8.6. In order to differentiate further between exam per- formance, intermediate grades can be awarded by adding or subtracting the value of 0.3. The grades 0.7; 4.3; 4.7 and 5.3, however, are not permitted. 4.5 Overall Classification { GesamtnoteEngl } (Gesamtnote in Worten)

The final examination grade for the Master of Arts is calculated using the following ratio: course-related examinations count for two-thirds of the marks, with one third applicable to the “Masters Thesis” module. See also the respective valid examination regulations.

5. FUNCTION OF THE QUALIFICATION 5.1 Access to Further Study Qualifies for a doctorate. 5.2 Professional Status The Master degree enables the graduate to work in the areas of diagnosing, consulting, executing and evaluating control and innovation processes within organization.

6. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 6.1 Additional Information --- 6.2 Further Information Sources About the institution: http://www.uni-hildesheim.de About the programme: http://www.organization-studies.de

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7. CERTIFICATION This Diploma Supplement refers to the following original documents: Urkunde über die Verleihung des Grades vom: { AbschlussDatum } Zeugnis vom: { AbschlussDatum } Transcript of Records vom:{ AbschlussDatum }

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1 8. INFORMATION ON THE GERMAN HIGHER EDUCATION SYSTEM Artium degrees or completed by a Staatsprüfung (State Examination). 8.1 Types of Institutions and Institutional Status Within the framework of the Bologna-Process one-tier study programmes Higher education (HE) studies in Germany are offered at three types of are successively being replaced by a two-tier study system. Since 1998, a Higher Education Institutions (HEI).2 scheme of first- and second-level degree programmes (Bachelor and - Universitäten (Universities) including various specialized institutions, Master) was introduced to be offered parallel to or instead of integrated offer the whole range of academic disciplines. In the German tradition, "long" programmes. These programmes are designed to provide enlarged universities focus in particular on basic research so that advanced variety and flexibility to students in planning and pursuing educational stages of study have mainly theoretical orientation and research- objectives, they also enhance international compatibility of studies. oriented components. The German Qualification Framework for Higher Education Degrees3 - Fachhochschulen (Universities of Applied Sciences) concentrate their describes the degrees of the German Higher Education System. It contains study programmes in engineering and other technical disciplines, busi- the classification of the qualification levels as well as the resulting qualifi- ness-related studies, social work, and design areas. The common mis- cations and competencies of the graduates. sion of applied research and development implies a distinct application- For details cf. Sec. 8.4.1, 8.4.2, and 8.4.3 respectively. Table 1 provides a oriented focus and professional character of studies, which include in- synoptic summary. tegrated and supervised work assignments in industry, enterprises or 8.3 Approval/Accreditation of Programmes and Degrees other relevant institutions. To ensure quality and comparability of qualifications, the organization of - Kunst- und Musikhochschulen (Universities of Art/Music) offer studies studies and general degree requirements have to conform to principles for artistic careers in fine arts, performing arts and music; in such fields and regulations established by the Standing Conference of the Ministers of as directing, production, writing in theatre, film, and other media; and Education and Cultural Affairs of the Länder in the Federal Republic of in a variety of design areas, architecture, media and communication. Germany (KMK)4. In 1999, a system of accreditation for programmes of Higher Education Institutions are either state or state-recognized institu- study has become operational under the control of an Accreditation tions. In their operations, including the organization of studies and the Council at national level. All new programmes have to be accredited under designation and award of degrees, they are both subject to higher educa- this scheme; after a successful accreditation they receive the quality-label tion legislation. of the Accreditation Council5. 8.2 Types of Programmes and Degrees Awarded Studies in all three types of institutions have traditionally been offered in integrated "long" (one-tier) programmes leading to Diplom- or Magister

Table 1: Institutions, Programmes and Degrees in German Higher Education

Transfer Procedures

UNIVERSITIES & SPECIALISED INSTITU- Bachelor (B.A./B.Sc./B.Eng./LL.B.) [1-2 years] TIONS of university standing [3-4 years] Master (M.A./M.SC./M.Eng./LL.M. ) Doctorate (Theologische und (Dr.) Pädagogische Diplom & Magister Artium (M.A.) degree [4-5 years] Hochschulen) (Thesis research; may include formal [Doctorate] Staatsprüfung (State Examination)[3-6.5 years] course work)

Transfer Procedures

UNIVERSITIES OF APPLIED Bachelor (B.A./B.Sc./B.Eng./LL.B.) [1-2 years] SCIENCES (UAS) [3-4 years] Master (M.A./M.SC./M.Eng./LL.M.) (Fachhochschulen)

(FH) Diplom (FH) degree (4 years] Transfer Procedures

Transfer Procedures

UNIVERSITIES OF ART/MUSIC Bachelor (B.A./B.F.A./B.Mus./B.Ed.) [1-2 years]

[3-4 years] (Musikhochschulen) Master (M.A./M.F.A./M.Mus./M.Ed.) Doctorate [some Doctorate] (Dr.) Diplom & M.A. degree, certified examinations [4-5 years]

Integrated/long (One-Tier) Programmes Doctorate

Programmes/Degrees

Transfer Procedures First degree Second degree

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8.4 Organization and Structure of Studies The universities respectively the doctorate-granting institutions regulate The following programmes apply to all three types of institutions. Bache- entry to a doctorate as well as the structure of the procedure to determine lor’s and Master’s study courses may be studied consecutively, at various aptitude. Admission further requires the acceptance of the Dissertation higher education institutions, at different types of higher education research project by a professor as a supervisor. institutions and with phases of professional work between the first and the 8.6 Grading Scheme second qualification. The organization of the study programmes makes use The grading scheme in Germany usually comprises five levels (with numer- of modular components and of the European Credit Transfer and Accumu- ical equivalents; intermediate grades may be given): "Sehr Gut" (1) = Very lation System (ECTS) with 30 credits corresponding to one semester. Good; "Gut" (2) = Good; "Befriedigend" (3) = Satisfactory; "Ausreichend" 8.4.1 Bachelor (4) = Sufficient; "Nicht ausreichend" (5) = Non-Sufficient/Fail. The minimum Bachelor degree study programmes lay the academic foundations, provide passing grade is "Ausreichend" (4). Verbal designations of grades may vary methodological skills and lead to qualifications related to the professional in some cases and for doctoral degrees. field. The Bachelor degree is awarded after 3 to 4 years. The Bachelor 8.7 Access to Higher Education degree programme includes a thesis requirement. Study courses leading to The General Higher Education Entrance Qualification (Allgemeine the Bachelor degree must be accredited according to the Law establishing 6 Hochschulreife, Abitur) after 12 to 13 years of schooling allows for admis- a Foundation for the Accreditation of Study Programmes in Germany. First sion to all higher educational studies. Specialized variants (Fachge- degree programmes (Bachelor) lead to Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Bachelor of bundende Hochschulreife) allow for admission to particular disciplines. Science (B.Sc.), Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.), Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), Access to Fachhochschulen (UAS) is also possible with a Fachhochschul- Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Bachelor of Music (B.Mus.) or Bachelor of reife, which can usually be acquired after 12 years of schooling. Admission Education (B.Ed.). to Universities of Art/Music may be based on other or require additional 8.4.2 Master evidence demonstrating individual aptitude. Higher Education Institutions Master is the second degree after another 1 to 2 years. Master study may in certain cases apply additional admission procedures. programmes may be differentiated by the profile types “practice-oriented” 8.8 National Sources of Information and “research-oriented”. Higher Education Institutions define the profile. - Kultusministerkonferenz (KMK) [Standing Conference of the Ministers The Master degree study programme includes a thesis requirement. Study of Education and Cultural Affairs of the Länder in the Federal Republic programmes leading to the Master degree must be accredited according to of Germany]; Lennéstrasse 6, D-53113 Bonn; Fax: +49[0]228/501- 229; the Law establishing a Foundation for the Accreditation of Study Pro- Phone: +49[0]228/501-0 grammes in Germany.7 Second degree programmes (Master) lead to Master of Arts (M.A.), Master of Science (M.Sc.), Master of Engineering - Central Office for Foreign Education (ZaB) as German NARIC; (M.Eng.), Master of Laws (L.L.M.), Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.), Master of www.kmk.org; E-Mail: [email protected] Music (M.Mus.) or Master of Education (M.Ed.). Master study pro- - "Documentation and Educational Information Service" as German grammes, which are designed for continuing education, may carry other EURYDICE-Unit, providing the national dossier on the education system designations (e.g. MBA). (www.kmk.org/dokumentation/zusammenarbeit-auf- europaeischer- 8.4.3 Integrated "Long" Programmes (One-Tier): Diplom degrees, ebene-im-eurydice-informationsnetz.html; E-Mail: [email protected]) Magister Artium, Staatsprüfung - Hochschulrektorenkonferenz (HRK) [German Rectors‟ Conference]; An integrated study programme is either mono-disciplinary (Diplom Ahrstrasse 39, D-53175 Bonn; Fax: +49[0]228/887-110; Phone: degrees, most programmes completed by a Staatsprüfung) or comprises a +49[0]228/887-0; www.hrk.de; E-Mail: [email protected] combination of either two major or one major and two minor fields - "Higher Education Compass" of the German Rectors‟ Conference (Magister Artium). The first stage (1.5 to 2 years) focuses on broad orienta- features comprehensive information on institutions, programmes of tions and foundations of the field(s) of study. An Intermediate Examination study, etc. (www.higher-education-compass.de) (Diplom-Vorprüfung for Diplom degrees; Zwischenprüfung or credit

requirements for the Magister Artium) is prerequisite to enter the second stage of advanced studies and specializations. Degree requirements include submission of a thesis (up to 6 months duration) and comprehen- 1 The information covers only aspects directly relevant to purposes of the sive final written and oral examinations. Similar regulations apply to Diploma Supplement. All information as of 1 July 2010. studies leading to a Staatsprüfung. The level of qualification is equivalent 2 Berufsakademien are not considered as Higher Education Institutions, to the Master level. they only exist in some of the Länder. They offer educational - Integrated studies at Universitäten (U) last 4 to 5 years (Diplom degree, programmes in close cooperation with private companies. Students Magister Artium) or 3 to 6.5 years (Staatsprüfung). The Diplom degree is receive a formal degree and carry out an apprenticeship at the awarded in engineering disciplines, the natural sciences as well as company. Some Berufsakademien offer Bachelor courses which are economics and business. In the humanities, the corresponding degree is recognized as an academic degree if they are accredited by a German usually the Magister Artium (M.A.). In the social sciences, the practice accreditation agency. varies as a matter of institutional traditions. Studies preparing for the 3 German Qualification Framework for Higher Education Degrees (Re- legal, medical and pharmaceutical professions are completed by a solution of the Standing Conference of the Ministers of Education and Staatsprüfung. This applies also to studies preparing for teaching Cultural Affairs of the Länder in the Federal Republic of Germany of professions of some Länder. 21.04.2005). - The three qualifications (Diplom, Magister Artium and Staatsprüfung) 4 are academically equivalent. They qualify to apply for admission to Common structural guidelines of the Länder for the accreditation of doctoral studies. Further prerequisites for admission may be defined by Bachelor‟s and Master‟s study courses (Resolution of the Standing the Higher Education Institution, cf. Sec. 8.5. Conference of the Ministers of Education and Cultural Affairs of the - Integrated studies at Fachhochschulen (FH)/Universities of Applied Länder in the Federal Republic of Germany of 10.10.2003, as amended Sciences (UAS) last 4 years and lead to a Diplom (FH) degree. While the on 04.02.2010). FH/UAS are non-doctorate granting institutions, qualified graduates 5 “Law establishing a Foundation „Foundation for the Accreditation of may apply for admission to doctoral studies at doctorate-granting Study Programmes in Germany‟”, entered into force as from 26.2.2005, institutions, cf. Sec. 8.5. GV. NRW. 2005, nr. 5, p. 45 in connection with the Declaration of the - Studies at Kunst- and Musikhochschulen (Universities of Art/Music etc.) Länder to the Foundation “Foundation: Foundation for the Accredita- are more diverse in their organization, depending on the field and tion of Study Programmes in Germany” (Resolution of the Standing individual objectives. In addition to Diplom/Magister degrees, the Conference of the Ministers of Education and Cultural Affairs of the integrated study programme awards include Certificates and certified Länder in the Federal Republic of Germany of 16.12.2004. examinations for specialized areas and professional purposes. 6 See note No. 5. 8.5 Doctorate 7 See note No. 5. Universities as well as specialized institutions of university standing and some Universities of Art/Music are doctorate-granting institutions. Formal prerequisite for admission to doctoral work is a qualified Master (UAS and U), a Magister degree, a Diplom, a Staatsprüfung, or a foreign equivalent. Particularly qualified holders of a Bachelor or a Diplom (FH) degree may also be admitted to doctoral studies without acquisition of a further degree by means of a procedure to determine their aptitude.