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Matthias Pilz is a full-time Professor at the University of Cologne’s Faculty of Management, Economics and Social Sciences, specializing in business and economic education and training. He has served as Director of the German Research Center for Comparative Vocational Education and Training since 2009 and as Director of the Center for Modern Indian Studies since 2010.
- Professor at University of Cologne (2009–present)
- Director, German Research Center for Comparative VET (2009–present)
- Director, Center for Modern Indian Studies (2010–present)
His research focuses on vocational education (VET) modularisation, school-to-work transitions, comparative VET systems, and case study-based curriculum development. He explores these themes across countries like Japan, India, China, and the USA, emphasizing policy implementation and cross-cultural adaptations.
The 15 most recent publications highlight his work on dual education systems, policy transfer mechanisms, and skill development strategies. These studies span comparative analyses of VET in Germany, India, and the USA, with a focus on curriculum innovation, international collaboration, and educational equity.
Pilz contributes to the University of Cologne’s Key Profile Area “Social and Economic Behavior” through interdisciplinary initiatives like ECONtribute and C-SEB. His work addresses societal challenges via evidence-based educational policy and workforce development frameworks.
